Research Scientist/Engineer 3-Division of Infectious Disease Diagnostics (Temporary)

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Required Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity your application must demonstrate you meet both the minimum qualifications and additional qualifications listed below. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except reputed company there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Virology, Immunology, Molecular Biology, or reputed company field and four years of relevant experience to include reputed company reputed company (NGS) and an understanding of basic viral biology. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications WILL NOT be forwarded to the Hiring Manager. Additional Qualifications Experience in reputed company/probe design for PCR, reputed company reputed company, reputed company project design, and understanding of basic viral biology. Prior experience in analyzing reputed company reputed company data. Strong written and communication skills. Ability to problem solve and troubleshoot.

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