Cell Biology Genomics Scientist - Automation & Organoids

WillHire; Ridgefield (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

WillHire is seeking a capable research professional in Ridgefield, CT to support discovery research programs in Cardiovascular-Renal-Metabolic Diseases. The role involves hands-on automation platforms, mammalian cell culture, and NGS-related work with training provided as needed.

Responsibilities include executing automated workflows, tissue dissociation, and library preparation for bulk and single-cell RNA-seq, while maintaining strict documentation and collaborating across biology, automation,

Qualifications

• Experience with mammalian cell culture and iPSC workflows.
• Experience with sequencing run setup and NGS workflows.
• Ability to maintain detailed records and data integrity.

Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and analyze cell-based experiments for target validation and discovery; includes mammalian culture and iPSC workflows.
• Operate and monitor automated workflows for cell-based and molecular assays; troubleshoot routine issues.
• Perform tissue, cell, and nuclei dissociation and execute RNA-seq workflows including library prep and QC.
• Perform DNA/RNA extraction, PCR/qPCR, nucleic acid/protein quantification, and basic sample prep.
• Maintain accurate sample, reagent, metadata and ELN records; comply with SOPs and safety.
• Collaborate across cell biology, automation, genomics, and bioinformatics teams.
• Demonstrate exceptional attention to detail and independent troubleshooting.
• Communicate findings and recommendations clearly to the team.

Skills

Mammalian cell culture

Cell-based assay execution

NGS workflows

Troubleshooting

Collaboration

Laboratory automation experience

Documentation/ELN

Education

Master’s degree with 3+ years of relevant experience

Bachelor’s degree with 7+ years of relevant experience

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

NGS instrumentation

Job description

WillHire is seeking a capable research professional in Ridgefield, CT to support discovery research programs in Cardiovascular-Renal-Metabolic Diseases. The role involves hands-on automation platforms, mammalian cell culture, and NGS-related work with training provided as needed.

Responsibilities include executing automated workflows, tissue dissociation, and library preparation for bulk and single-cell RNA-seq, while maintaining strict documentation and collaborating across biology, automation,