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Dna Associate Jobs in Waukee, IA (NOW HIRING)

Sales Associate

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$13.50 - $15.52/hr

Easy, preppy-inspired outfits are a part of our DNA, so we've got you covered. Whatever the ... Job Summary As a Sales Associate, you embody our brand with personal style and passion, bringing ...

Laboratory Technician

Johnston, IA · On-site

$17 - $22/hr

Associate's degree or Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as molecular biology ... Previous lab work experience in DNA/RNA isolation, NGS, or qPCR is preferred. Analyses with gene ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for dna associate in Waukee, IA is $19.98, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.67 and $22.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
Infographic showing various Dna Associate job openings in Waukee, IA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 25% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,565 per year, or $20 per hour.

Research Associate

Johnston, IA • On-site

Vish Consulting Services Inc
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 51 - 200 employees

Contractor

Re-posted 19 days ago


Job description

VCS is looking for a Research Associate for one of our client

Pay : 25/Hr.

Shift : 1st shift 40 hrs. in a week

Location : Johnston, IA 50131

Contract : 6+ Months with the possible extwnsion

Description:

Job Purpose:
As a member of the Regulatory Sciences team, act as Research Associate for PCR molecular analyses for regulatory biosafety studies. Responsible for following experimental and laboratory procedures according to agreed upon protocols, for collecting, organizing and summarizing study data and for providing support to other laboratory personnel.
Duties/Responsibilities
1. Provide molecular analysis support for Regulatory Sciences and Registration (DNA extraction, sample weighing, control generation, master mix preparation, PCR plate set up)
a. Provide technical support to investigate, develop and/or adapt methods, as needed, to address:
i. Molecular technology issues within the laboratory
ii. New data requirements
b. Document experimental protocol, methods and results and prepare data in accordance with government regulatory requirements.
c. Maintain record management practices in accordance with Good Laboratory Practices
d. Participate in experiments in compliance with Good Laboratory Practice requirements to answer key scientific questions.
e. Evaluate technical issues with regard to PCR technologies, research, work with other laboratory personnel to formulate experimental plan, communicate and perform implementation of next steps to address and resolve issue(s) in collaboration with laboratory personnel.
f. Maintain laboratory resources, e.g., inventory, safety, calibrations, etc.
2. Responsible for adherence to Good Laboratory Practices within the laboratory.
a. Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), methods and worksheets for analytical procedures and equipment such as sample weighing, DNA extraction, reagent preparation, genomic controls and PCR.
b. Responsible for equipment maintenance logs (daily, routine and non-routine) for the laboratory.
3. Support Regulatory studies related to regulatory trait package preparation.
a. Coordinate required research, greenhouse and laboratory efforts to obtain necessary materials (i.e. tissues, reagents, labware) for generation of required data.
b. Document and prepare study records.

Thank You!

Bhanendra S Singh

Vish Consulting Services(VCS)

Bhanendra @vishusa.com

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