High-Throughput Sequencing Lab Engineer (NGS & Epigenomics)

Sailgene Technology; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Sailgene Technology in the United States seeks a laboratory scientist to support high-throughput sequencing operations, including sample receiving, handling, preparation, and data reporting across Illumina, ONT, and PacBio platforms.

The role requires a Master’s degree in Biology or related fields, bilingual English-Mandarin, and legal work authorization in the United States. You will perform DNA/RNA extractions, library prep, and contribute to quality control and workflow optimization.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or above in Biology or related life sciences; exceptional candidates with a Bachelor’s degree may be considered.
• Bilingual in English and Mandarin required.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current employer sponsorship.
• Solid molecular biology laboratory experience including DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, reverse transcription.
• Familiarity with Illumina, ONT, and PacBio sequencing workflows.
• Strong willingness to learn new sequencing technologies.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily high-throughput sequencing lab operations including sample handling, storage, and shipment.
• Perform routine molecular biology experiments (DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, RT).
• Conduct library preparation and sequencing operations for ONT, PacBio, and Illumina.
• Perform epigenomics sequencing experiments (Hi-C, Pore-C, ATAC-seq, CUT&Tag, ChIP-seq).
• Prepare samples for 10x Genomics platform (tissue dissociation, nuclei extraction, library preparation).
• Follow SOPs and optimize methods for efficiency and data quality.
• Record procedures, results, abnormalities; maintain lab records; prepare reports.
• Prepare and archive production-related documents and SOPs.
• Maintain a safe, clean lab environment; comply with safety requirements.
• Continuously learn new sequencing technologies to support capabilities.

Skills

Bilingual English Mandarin

Learning ability

Laboratory record-keeping

Education

Master’s degree in Biology or related life sciences

Exceptional candidates with a Bachelor’s degree may be considered

Tools

Illumina sequencing

ONT sequencing

PacBio sequencing

Job description

Sailgene Technology in the United States seeks a laboratory scientist to support high-throughput sequencing operations, including sample receiving, handling, preparation, and data reporting across Illumina, ONT, and PacBio platforms.

The role requires a Master’s degree in Biology or related fields, bilingual English-Mandarin, and legal work authorization in the United States. You will perform DNA/RNA extractions, library prep, and contribute to quality control and workflow optimization.