Contract NGS Library Prep Scientist

Aequor; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Aequor in Pleasanton, CA seeks a Research Scientist I/II to advance molecular diagnostics through NGS and methylation sequencing. You will work on cell-free nucleic acids from clinical samples, collaborating with biology and bioinformatics teams to optimize sequencing performance.

The role offers hands-on lab work, data analysis, and opportunities to contribute to translational projects in oncology, genetics, and related fields. 12-month contract, W2 terms, on-site in Pleasanton.

Qualifications

• Molecular biology background in human disease research.
• Experience with NGS library preparation, targeted enrichment, and sequencing.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work well in cross-disciplinary teams and be self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Perform cell-free nucleic acids extraction from plasma, whole blood, and FFPE tissue.
• Plan and conduct hands-on laboratory experiments under supervision.
• Design, execute and analyze methylation sequencing workflows.
• Analyze data, interpret results, and plan future experiments.
• Collaborate with molecular biology and bioinformatics groups to optimize sequencing performance.
• Execute high-throughput sequencing on AXELIOS 1 within a core lab.
• Maintain detailed records of all experiments and related data.

Skills

Molecular biology

NGS

Genomics

Bioinformatics

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Tools

AXELIOS 1 sequencer

Job description

Aequor in Pleasanton, CA seeks a Research Scientist I/II to advance molecular diagnostics through NGS and methylation sequencing. You will work on cell-free nucleic acids from clinical samples, collaborating with biology and bioinformatics teams to optimize sequencing performance.

The role offers hands-on lab work, data analysis, and opportunities to contribute to translational projects in oncology, genetics, and related fields. 12-month contract, W2 terms, on-site in Pleasanton.