Genomics Lab Coordinator: Plant Sequencing & Data Integrity

EvolDir; Storrs (CT); On-site; USD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Connecticut's Plant Computational Genomics Lab in Storrs is seeking a Molecular Lab Coordinator to oversee daily operations, develop scalable sample-tracking, and lead sequencing efforts across diverse specimens, with emphasis on plants and challenging samples.

The role requires organizing SOPs, biosafety compliance, and data integrity while coordinating with CGI and other facilities. Ideal candidates have 2+ years of molecular lab experience and strong collaborative skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in molecular biology, genomics, plant biology, or a related field.
• Two+ years of molecular lab experience beyond coursework.
• Demonstrated experience with high-throughput sequencing workflows, including DNA/RNA extraction and library preparation.

Responsibilities

• Design, document, and maintain SOPs for high-throughput sample processing from accessioning through sequencing.
• Oversee inventory management, reagents, equipment, and coordination with CGI and facilities.
• Extract DNA/RNA from diverse samples including recalcitrant plants; prepare libraries for short-read and long-read platforms.
• Ensure metadata and sample identifiers propagate through bench to analysis for reproducibility.
• Train/mentor students and researchers in techniques, safety, and documentation practices.

Skills

Molecular biology

Genomics

High-throughput sequencing

Documentation

Organization

Independent/collaborative work

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in molecular biology/genomics/plant biology

Tools

Illumina sequencing

Oxford Nanopore / PacBio

Barcoded sample tracking

Job description

The University of Connecticut's Plant Computational Genomics Lab in Storrs is seeking a Molecular Lab Coordinator to oversee daily operations, develop scalable sample-tracking, and lead sequencing efforts across diverse specimens, with emphasis on plants and challenging samples.

The role requires organizing SOPs, biosafety compliance, and data integrity while coordinating with CGI and other facilities. Ideal candidates have 2+ years of molecular lab experience and strong collaborative skills.