Genomics Lab Research Associate I

Natera; San Carlos (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental/vision benefits

Life and disability plans

Fertility benefits

401k benefits

Commuter benefits

Employee referral program

Job summary

Natera is seeking a Research Associate 1/2 in San Carlos, CA to perform varied laboratory procedures within the RUO Oncology Team. The role involves nucleic acid extraction, library preparation for next-generation sequencing, data interpretation, and maintaining compliance with SOPs and HIPAA/PHI privacy guidelines.

The position requires 1–3 years of lab experience, a BS/BA in a biological science, and onsite work with flexible shifts.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in a biological science or equivalent required.
• 1-3 years of related laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

• Normalize plasma samples.
• Extract nucleic acids from whole blood, plasma, tissue blocks using automated and manual extraction methods.
• Perform library preparation for nextgen sequencing using automated and manual methods.
• Determine quantity and/or quality of nucleic acids using Quant-IT, Qubit, Nanodrop, BioAnalyzer, and qPCR.
• Load libraries onto next generation sequencing platforms (NovaSeq, iSeq, MiSeq, etc).
• Interpret data and determine appropriate next steps per outlined requirements.
• Perform routine laboratory equipment maintenance as defined in standard operating procedures.
• Recognize equipment and instrument malfunctions and elevate to R&D equipment support team and relevant team members.
• Track sample inventory and status using Laboratory Information Management Software or Google Sheets.
• Maintain accurate records of lab work using a variety of softwares including Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel, and internal databases.
• Periodically review SOPs and other work instructions.
• Suggest process improvements to subject matter experts as needed.
• Ensure accurate, ethical, and appropriate management of samples in compliance with all applicable federal regulation.
• Perform other tasks as specified by the manager/director.

Skills

Pipetting

Library preparation

NGS platforms

Nucleic acid techniques

LIMS/database software

MS Office

Google Drive

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

BS/BA in biological sciences

Tools

NovaSeq

MiSeq

iSeq

Job description

Natera is seeking a Research Associate 1/2 in San Carlos, CA to perform varied laboratory procedures within the RUO Oncology Team. The role involves nucleic acid extraction, library preparation for next-generation sequencing, data interpretation, and maintaining compliance with SOPs and HIPAA/PHI privacy guidelines.

The position requires 1–3 years of lab experience, a BS/BA in a biological science, and onsite work with flexible shifts.