Genome Sequencing & Lab Automation Specialist

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 61,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign invites applications for a Visiting Research Specialist in Life Sciences at the Roy J. Carver Biotechnology Center to support genome sequencing, gene expression, and microbial profiling on campus in Urbana-Champaign.

Responsibilities include preparing RNA/DNA samples, performing library construction across NGS chemistries, operating automated liquid handling systems, and ensuring QC with Qubit, NanoDrop, and qPCR, while maintaining safety and

Qualifications

• Masters degree in life sciences or related field required.
• Experience with wet lab work and robotic automation preferred.
• Proficiency with nucleic acid handling and sequencing basics.

Responsibilities

• Prepare RNA and DNA samples for sequencing workflows.
• Perform library construction across multiple NGS chemistries.
• Operate automated liquid handling systems for library prep.
• Conduct quality control using Qubit, NanoDrop and qPCR.
• Maintain safety, documentation, and instrument readiness.

Skills

Independent work

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Education

MSc in life sciences or related field

PhD in life sciences or related field

Tools

LIMS

qPCR

Fragment Analyzer

NanoDrop

Qubit

Job description

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign invites applications for a Visiting Research Specialist in Life Sciences at the Roy J. Carver Biotechnology Center to support genome sequencing, gene expression, and microbial profiling on campus in Urbana-Champaign.

Responsibilities include preparing RNA/DNA samples, performing library construction across NGS chemistries, operating automated liquid handling systems, and ensuring QC with Qubit, NanoDrop, and qPCR, while maintaining safety and