Cell Biology & Genomics Scientist – Automation & NGS

Advanced Clinical; Ridgefield (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k benefits

Job summary

Advanced Group in Ridgefield, CT seeks a Research Associate/Scientist to support discovery research by performing mammalian cell culture, cell-based assays, and automated workflows. The role also covers DNA/RNA extraction, PCR/qPCR, and protein analysis to generate high-quality data for target validation.

The candidate will work with cross-functional teams across biology, genomics, automation, and bioinformatics, maintaining rigorous documentation and SOP compliance while advancing

Qualifications

• Master's degree with 3+ years of relevant experience or Bachelor's with 7+ years.
• Hands-on mammalian cell culture, cell biology, and cell-based assays.
• Experience with NGS workflows and molecular biology techniques.
• Familiarity with automation platforms or high-throughput workflows.
• Strong troubleshooting, organizational, and documentation skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to execute complex protocols.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform mammalian cell culture, cell-based assays, and related experiments.
• Execute and support automated workflows for cell-based and molecular biology applications.
• Perform NGS workflows, including sample and library prep, QC, and sequencing support.
• Conduct DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, qPCR, and protein analysis.
• Analyze results, troubleshoot issues, and report findings to teams.
• Maintain accurate lab records and sample tracking per SOPs.
• Collaborate with biology, genomics, automation, and bioinformatics teams.

Skills

Mammalian culture

Cell-based assays

NGS workflows

Molecular biology

Laboratory automation

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Communication

Education

Master's degree in a relevant field

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

Lab automation platforms

Sequencing instruments

NGS library prep equipment

Job description

Advanced Group in Ridgefield, CT seeks a Research Associate/Scientist to support discovery research by performing mammalian cell culture, cell-based assays, and automated workflows. The role also covers DNA/RNA extraction, PCR/qPCR, and protein analysis to generate high-quality data for target validation.

The candidate will work with cross-functional teams across biology, genomics, automation, and bioinformatics, maintaining rigorous documentation and SOP compliance while advancing