General Associate, Research Assistant, Laboratory - SOM Institute For Genome Sciences

University of Maryland, Baltimore; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) Institute for GenomeSciences (IGS) invites applications for a Contractual Laboratory Research Assistant. This full-time temporary role supports Maryland Genomics with high-throughput sequencing, single-cell, and spatial multi-omics analyses, qPCR/dPCR, and bioinformatics workflows.

Responsibilities include sample handling, DNA/RNA extraction, PCR/qPCR, and meticulous record-keeping, with adherence to safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry or field of study related to laboratory research.
• May require training related to occupational safety and health, environmental compliance, shipping of hazardous materials and/or ionizing radiation.
• May consider a combination of directly related experience and education.

Responsibilities

• Follow laboratory’s established policies and procedures.
• Manage specimen receipt and accessioning.
• Assist in routine laboratory maintenance, including equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Contribute to lab cleanliness and a safe laboratory environment.
• Perform components of sample transfer, DNA and RNA extraction, PCR, and qPCR.
• Maintain records for equipment and reagent validation.
• Research and development activities for ongoing and future testing efforts.
• Maintain thorough documentation of laboratory activities, protocol deviations, equipment malfunctions, and corrective actions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Team collaboration

Laboratory techniques

Safety and regulatory compliance

Technology/Systems use

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry or related field

Tools

NextGen sequencing

Job description

Job Description

The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB), Institute for GenomeSciences (IGS) is currently recruiting a Contractual LaboratoryResearch Assistant. Maryland Genomics at the Institute for GenomeSciences (IGS) is a high-throughput laboratory and data analysisteam supporting the scientific programs of IGS and itscollaborators, both across the University of Maryland, Baltimorecampus and around the globe. Using high-throughput sequencing,single-cell, and spatial multi-omics, qPCR/dPCR, and bioinformaticsplatforms, Maryland Genomics generates and analyzes high-qualitygenomic data in a cost-effective manner.

This is a Full-Time, Temporary, Contractual position.

Responsibilities

• Follow laboratory’s established policies and procedures.
• Manage specimen receipt and accessioning.
• Assist in routine laboratory maintenance, including equipmentmaintenance and troubleshooting.
• Contribute to lab cleanliness and a safe laboratoryenvironment.
• Perform some or all components of primary sample transfer, DNAand RNA extraction, PCR, and qPCR.
• Maintain records for equipment and reagent validation.
• Research and development activities for ongoing and futuretesting efforts.
• Maintain thorough documentation of laboratory activities,protocol deviations, equipment malfunctions, and correctiveactions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry or field ofstudy related to laboratory research.

Other: May require training related to occupational safety andhealth, environmental compliance, shipping of hazardous materialsand/or ionizing radiation.

May consider a combination of directly related experience andeducation.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Knowledge of position requirements.
• Knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, andlaws.
• Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems.
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and writtenthoughts, ideas, and facts.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others andindependently.
• Knowledge of NextGen sequencing and library prep experience isdesirable.
• Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to theUMB Core Values ofAccountability, Civility, Collaboration,Diversity, Excellence, Leadership, andKnowledge.

Hiring Range: $23.00-$25.00 per hour – Commensurate with educationand experience

About Us

The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) is Maryland’s publichealth, law, and human services university. Six professionalschools and the interdisciplinary Graduate School confer themajority of health care, human services, and law professionaldegrees in Maryland each year.

Our goal is to support the University’s mission of education,research, clinical care, and public service by amplifying UMB’svoice as a thought and action leader, and to enhance goodwill inthe communities and people with whom we engage. UMB is a publicuniversity and constituent institution of the University System ofMaryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physicallywithin the State of Maryland.

UMB is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforceand is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. Allqualified applicants will receive consideration for employmentwithout regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry or nationalorigin, sex, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation,gender identity or expression, genetic information, physical ormental disability, marital status, protected veteran's status, orany other legally protected classification.

If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for adisability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), duringany part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request. Youmay also contact [e-mail]. Please note that onlyinquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodationwill be responded to from this email address.

The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discriminationin any education program or activity that it operates. Individualsmay report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. Read the UMB Notice of Non-Discrimination for moreinformation.

UMB is a public university and constituent institution of theUniversity System of Maryland. All employees are expected to workprimarily physically within the State of Maryland. Regular and contractual employee are eligible for acomprehensive benefits package.

About the Team

The University of Maryland School of Medicine (SOM) was charteredin 1807 as the first public medical school in the United States. Itcontinues today as one of the fastest growing, top-tier biomedicalresearch enterprises in the world. SOM is dedicated to providingexcellence in biomedical education, basic and clinical research,quality patient care and service to improve the health of thecitizens of Maryland and beyond.