Associate Scientist

Azenta Life Sciences; Oxford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Azenta Life Sciences is seeking an Associate Scientist to join their NGS Lab team in Oxford. In this entry-level position, you will be involved in preparing sequencing libraries, DNA analysis, and liaising with customers, all while being part of a collaborative and innovative workplace that values growth and diversity.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Company Pension

Life Insurance

Electric vehicle leasing

Cycle to Work

Denplan

Azenta Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Company bonus scheme

LinkedIn Learning cooperation

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences required.
• Knowledge of standard laboratory processes.
• Strong communication/interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare amplified template libraries for high-throughput sequencing.
• Carry out DNA sequencing on next-generation DNA analyzers.
• Perform routine maintenance of DNA analyzers.

Skills

Knowledge of standard laboratory processes

Strong communications skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences

Advanced degree (preferred)

Job description

GENEWIZ UK Ltd

At Azenta, new ideas, new technologies and new ways of thinking are driving our future. Our customer focused culture encourages employees to embrace innovation and challenge the status quo with novel thinking and collaborative work relationships.

All we accomplish is grounded in our core values of Customer Focus, Achievement, Accountability, Teamwork, Employee Value and Integrity

Job Title

Associate Scientist

Job Description

Company Overview

At Azenta Life Sciences, a global leader in the life sciences arena headquartered in Burlington, MA, and operating offices worldwide, the trajectory of our future is shaped by fresh ideas, cutting-edge technologies, and innovative perspectives. Every day our employees support us fulfilling our mission to bring breakthroughs to the market faster. Our organizational culture, firmly grounded in our core values, places the utmost importance on putting people first. Open communication is not just encouraged but embedded in our DNA, fostering an environment where ideas freely flow, and collaboration thrives. Authenticity is not just a principle but a guiding light, encouraging our diverse workforce to bring their true selves to work.

This culture empowers our employees to champion innovation and question conventional norms through creative thinking and collaborative work dynamics. Diversity is not just a concept but a cornerstone of our ethos, recognizing that a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences enhances our collective creativity and success. Leveraging our unmatched expertise, we offer comprehensive services spanning lab analysis, sample management and storage, informatics software, and consumables. Notably, our extensive installed base oversees the management of over 1 billion samples on a global scale.

Our NGS Lab team is looking for a new talent, starting at the earliest possible time as Associate Scientist.

Location: Oxford

Permanent, full-time employment

How You Will Add Value

The Associate Scientist position in our Next Generation Sequencing department is a great entry-level role with room for growth and advancement. If you have the desire to work in a casual yet results-driven environment that embraces innovation- then you’re just what we’re looking for!

What You Will Do

• Prepare amplified template libraries for high-throughput sequencing
• Carry out DNA sequencing on next-generation DNA analyzers
• Perform routine maintenance of DNA analyzers and related equipment
• Check inventory and replenish consumable sequencing supplies
• Communicate with customers by phone and e-mail in a friendly and professional manner
• Follow SOPs and guidance of supervisors
• Be an effective team-player committed to company goals
  
  
  

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences required, advanced degree preferred
• Knowledge of standard laboratory processes
• Follow and help to develop Standard Operating Protocol (SOP)
• Strong communications/interpersonal skills, both verbal and written, are essential.
• Sequencing experience (NGS) preferred.
  
  
  

Our Offer

• Become part of a company that makes a positive contribution to launching groundbreaking scientific developments and therapies.
• Contribute to innovative cell therapies and be a part of revolutionary cancer therapies.
• Take advantage of the operational opportunities in a growing, modern, and innovative company within the health care/life science industry.
• Experience an intensive exchange of experiences and close cooperation in a worldwide network with our customers, friends, and partners.
• After your initial training, you will receive regular training and further education opportunities that are tailored to your needs.
• A workplace that promotes your maximum.
• Positive corporate culture and practiced teamwork across all locations.
• Our other benefits include:
• Private Medical Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Company Pension.
• Life Insurance.
• Electric vehicle leasing.
• Cycle to Work.
• Denplan.
• Azenta Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Company bonus scheme
• LinkedIn Learning cooperation.
  
  
  

EOE M/F/Disabled/VET

If any applicant is unable to complete an application or respond to a job opening because of a disability, please email at [e-mail] for assistance.

Azenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.