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Molecular Biologist Resume Example

A molecular biologist resume needs precise, ATS-searchable technique keywords alongside proof that your bench work produces reproducible, publishable, or IND-ready results.

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GRACE WHITFIELD

Molecular Biologist

Tarrytown, NY · g.whitfield@email.com · (555) 908-3376

Summary

Molecular biologist with 7 years of experience in antibody engineering and gene expression analysis for therapeutic development. Designed assays supporting 3 candidates that advanced to preclinical development, and co-authored 5 peer-reviewed papers.

Experience

Molecular Biologist II · Regeneron Pharmaceuticals

2020 - Present

  • Developed a CRISPR-Cas9 knock-in mouse model used to validate a novel monoclonal antibody target, supporting IND filing
  • Optimized a qPCR gene-expression assay, improving reproducibility from 82% to 98% across 500+ samples
  • Mentored 3 research associates on cloning and protein expression techniques
  • Lead vector design in Benchling for 25+ expression constructs supporting antibody discovery

Research Technician · Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory

2017 - 2020

  • Performed RNA-seq analysis on 200+ samples supporting a study on chromatin remodeling published in Genes & Development
  • Constructed 40+ plasmid vectors for gene-function studies with a 95% successful cloning rate
  • Maintained 12 mammalian cell lines aseptically with zero mycoplasma contamination events

Laboratory Assistant · Cornell University Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics

2015 - 2017

  • Prepared 60+ liters of media and buffers weekly and kept 15 bacterial and yeast strain stocks
  • Ran gel electrophoresis and mini-prep workflows on 100+ samples monthly for 4 graduate projects
  • Logged calibration and reagent inventory in a LIMS, cutting reorder delays under 48 hours

Education

M.S. Molecular Biology — Cornell University · 2017

Skills

PCR/qPCR, CRISPR-Cas9, RNA-seq, Western Blot, Gel Electrophoresis, Plasmid Construction, Cell Culture, Protein Expression, Benchling, Vector Design, Assay Development

Certifications

Technologist in Molecular Biology, MB(ASCP), American Society for Clinical Pathology

Responsible Conduct of Research, CITI Program

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Must-Have Keywords for Molecular Biologist Resumes

These are the keywords ATS systems and recruiters search for. Include them naturally in your Skills, Summary, and Experience sections.

PCR/qPCRCRISPR-Cas9Gene CloningWestern BlotRNA-seqCell CultureProtein ExpressionGel ElectrophoresisVector DesignPlasmid ConstructionBioinformatics ToolsAssay Development

The Right Resume Structure for Molecular Biologist Roles

ATS systems parse your resume top to bottom. The order of your sections matters — here is the order that works best for Molecular Biologist applications:

  1. 1Contact Information
  2. 2Professional Summary
  3. 3Technical Skills
  4. 4Professional Experience
  5. 5Publications
  6. 6Education
  7. 7Certifications

ATS Optimization Tips for Molecular Biologist Resumes

  • Lead bullets with the biological question you answered, then the technique and the outcome — not just a list of methods.
  • Quantify reproducibility and throughput: "Developed a qPCR assay with 98% reproducibility across 500+ samples."
  • Name specific gene targets, model systems, or cell lines (HEK293, CRISPR knockout mice) to match recruiter searches.
  • Include software/bioinformatics tools (Benchling, Geneious, R) — molecular biology roles increasingly require dry-lab skills too.
  • If you've contributed to a patent or IND filing, state it explicitly — this signals translational impact.
  • Keep a "Selected Publications" line even if brief; it validates rigor for PhD-level roles.
  • Show collaboration across departments (pharmacology, bioinformatics) since modern molecular biology is rarely solo work.

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