Associate Scientist - Bioinformatics II

ATR International; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ATR International’s client, a leading American biopharmaceutical company in Santa Monica, seeks a Scientist focused on advancing Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) for genomics research. You will bridge biology and tech in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and contribute to biomarker discovery and drug target work.

The role involves preparing DNA/RNA for sequencing, library prep (bulk/single-cell), QC, and troubleshooting protocols while maintaining ELN records and presenting findings in

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in a relevant scientific field.
• Bachelor’s Degree with 2+ years of scientific experience.
• Associate’s Degree with 4+ years of scientific experience.
• High School Diploma with 5+ years of scientific laboratory experience.
• 2+ years hands-on experience with NGS platforms and assays.
• Hands-on experience with DNA and RNA extraction from diverse sample types.
• Ability to learn new techniques quickly in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and solve scientific problems.
• Strong organizational skills and efficiency in task management.
• Experience working in multidisciplinary teams.
• Familiarity with LIMS systems and electronic lab notebooks such as Benchling.

Responsibilities

• Extract and prepare DNA and RNA from a variety of biological samples.
• Prepare DNA, RNA, and ATAC-seq libraries from bulk and/or single-cell samples for NGS sequencing.
• Perform quality control on biological samples and sequencing libraries.
• Troubleshoot experimental procedures and optimize library preparation and sequencing protocols under supervision.
• Conduct Next Generation Sequencing experiments on Illumina platforms and other sequencing technologies.
• Perform qPCR for library quality assessment.
• Stay current with advancements in genomics technologies and develop expertise in NGS applications.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of experiments in an electronic laboratory notebook (ELN).
• Present scientific findings clearly in team meetings and collaborative discussions.

Skills

NGS technologies

DNA/RNA extraction

qPCR

ELN documentation

Biology knowledge

Education

Master’s Degree in a relevant field

Bachelor’s Degree with 2+ years experience

Associate’s Degree with 4+ years

High School Diploma with 5+ years experience

Tools

Benchling

LIMS

Illumina sequencing

Job description

Our client, a leading American biopharmaceutical company, is seeking a talented and highly motivated Scientist with a strong interest in advancing Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) technologies for genomics research. This role will sit within their Bioinformatics and Sequencing group in Santa Monica and support a growing R&D portfolio focused on drug target and biomarker discovery.

The selected candidate will work at the interface of biology and technology in a fast-paced, highly collaborative research environment. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge genomic technologies that directly impact biomedical research and therapeutic development.

Responsibilities

• Extract and prepare DNA and RNA from a variety of biological samples
• Prepare DNA, RNA, and ATAC-seq libraries from bulk and/or single-cell samples for NGS sequencing
• Perform quality control (QC) on biological samples and sequencing libraries
• Troubleshoot experimental procedures and optimize library preparation and sequencing protocols under supervision
• Conduct Next Generation Sequencing experiments on Illumina platforms and other sequencing technologies
• Perform qPCR for library quality assessment
• Stay current with advancements in genomics technologies and develop expertise in NGS applications
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of experiments in an electronic laboratory notebook (ELN)
• Present scientific findings clearly in team meetings and collaborative discussions

Basic Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in a relevant scientific field
• Bachelor’s Degree with 2+ years of scientific experience
• Associate’s Degree (AA) with 4+ years of scientific experience
• High School Diploma with 5+ years of scientific laboratory experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, Genetics, or related fields
• 2+ years of hands‑on experience with NGS platforms and assays
• Hands‑on experience with DNA and RNA extraction from diverse sample types
• Ability to learn new techniques quickly in a fast‑paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and solve scientific problems
• Strong organizational skills and efficiency in task management
• Goal‑oriented mindset and willingness to take on additional responsibilities
• Experience working in multidisciplinary teams
• Familiarity with LIMS systems and electronic lab notebooks such as Benchling
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Strong work ethic with flexibility to adapt to changing priorities