Genome Lab Lead: HTS & WGS on-site

Illinois-Institute-of-Technolog; Lyons Township (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Illinois Institute of Technology is seeking a Lab Manager, Whole Genome Sequencing, to lead HTS/WGS activities and genome data management at the Bedford Park site. You will guide research efforts, draft scientific papers, and support strategic planning with the executive team.

The role emphasizes scientific leadership, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and hands-on laboratory oversight in a fully on-site environment.

Qualifications

• M.S. in genomics, food science, engineering, or a related field with 5 or more years of relevant experience, or a Ph.D. with 2+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with high-throughput sequencing (HTS), whole genome sequencing (WGS), genome data management, and related laboratory techniques.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, respond to complex issues, and proactively identify solutions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel, genome analysis tools, and relevant coding applications.
• Strong attention to detail in conducting research and maintaining scientific notebooks, data, and technical documentation.
• Strong scientific writing, communication, organizational, and laboratory management skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing and analyses in accordance with required specifications, established procedures, and quality standards to produce accurate research data.
• Manage laboratory processes, supplies, and equipment to support timely, accurate, and cost-effective laboratory operations.
• Develop, document, update, and maintain approved procedures for assigned scientific platforms while planning and prioritizing short- and long-term laboratory activities.
• Collaborate with industry and government partners and participate in cross-functional teams to support project objectives and results.
• Develop client, grant, and internal funding proposals and prepare project status updates and reports.
• Lead small projects and provide direction to assigned research staff and students.
• Support laboratory safety requirements and identify opportunities to improve department effectiveness.
• Contribute to scientific papers, presentations, and other communications for scientific meetings, stakeholders, and leadership.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Scientific writing

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Independent work

Education

M.S. in genomics, food science, engineering, or related field

Ph.D. with 2+ years of relevant experience

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

Genome analysis tools

Relevant coding applications

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Pipetting techniques

Job description

Illinois Institute of Technology is seeking a Lab Manager, Whole Genome Sequencing, to lead HTS/WGS activities and genome data management at the Bedford Park site. You will guide research efforts, draft scientific papers, and support strategic planning with the executive team.

The role emphasizes scientific leadership, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and hands-on laboratory oversight in a fully on-site environment.