Laboratory /Research Technician - Clinical Genomics Center (CGC)

University of California; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement contribution

Vacation & sick leave

Paid holidays

Onsite café

Free parking

Onsite fitness center

Relocation assistance

Job summary

The Clinical Genomics Center at Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation is seeking a highly motivated Laboratory/Research Technician to assist in Next Generation Sequencing operations. You will perform molecular biology tasks, run PCR, prepare libraries, and manage data and records with care.

Ideal candidates have strong organization, attention to detail, and experience with basic molecular biology techniques.

Qualifications

• Experience with basic molecular biology techniques (e.g., pipetting, DNA/RNA purification, PCR).
• Proficiency with Windows Office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Good organization and record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Work independently within CGC to execute projects in a timely manner.
• Perform PCR, NGS library prep, sequencing, electrophoresis, DNA quantification, purification and pooling.
• Operate laboratory equipment (pipettes, thermocyclers, electrophoresis, robotics, NGS instrumentation).
• Document results in an organized manner.
• Execute protocols with maximum precision and reliability.
• Read and review new protocols and discuss implementations.
• Maintain accurate laboratory logs and records.
• Provide written and verbal updates to supervisor.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team oriented

Meticulous records

Molecular biology techniques

Pipetting

Tools

Windows Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

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Laboratory /Research Technician - Clinical Genomics Center (CGC)

The Clinical Genomics Center (CGC) is seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented individual with molecular laboratory experience to assist in Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) operations.

Responsibilities

• Work independently within the CGC team to execute projects in a timely manner.
• Perform various molecular biology wet lab tasks (PCR, NGS library prep, sequencing, electrophoresis, PCR purification, DNA quantification, NGS library dilution/normalization and pooling).
• Operate various laboratory equipment (micropipettes, thermocyclers, electrophoresis instruments, liquid-handling robotics, NGS instrumentation)
• Document results in an organized manner.
• Execute protocols with maximum precision and reliability.
• Read and review new protocols and discuss their possible implementation.
• Maintain accurate laboratory logs and records.
• Provide written and verbal updates to supervisor.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

• Excellent organization skills. Must be team oriented, personable, and able to deal with diverse personalities.
• Must be able to take direction, follow instructions and keep meticulous records.
• Must be reliable and self-driven with a high attention to detail.
• Experience with basic molecular biology techniques (e.g., Pipetting, DNA/RNA purification/dilution, PCR amplification, etc.) required.
• Solid computer skills with familiarity with Windows Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of NGS library preparation techniques highly preferred.
• Previous NGS exposure/familiarity preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot laboratory protocols end-to-end preferred.

Hours

Typically Monday through Friday, 8:30AM to 5:00PM.

OMRF Benefits

We offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits to full-time employees including medical, dental, and vision insurance, minimum 8% company retirement contribution, vacation and sick leave, and paid holidays. All employees have access to our onsite café, free onsite fitness center with access to personal trainer, free parking and much more! Relocation assistance available for those located 50 miles outside of Oklahoma City metro. Learn more about our benefits here.

OMRF is an Equal Opportunity Employer.