Metagenomics Research Associate I

UC San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego's Knight lab, within the Department of Pediatrics, seeks a Staff Research Associate 1 to assist with DNA/RNA extraction and analysis for Next-Gen sequencing. You will help develop and test new technologies, maintain sequencing equipment, and support microbiome projects spanning human health to environmental applications.

Working under the Laboratory Manager, you will contribute to high-impact research on microbial communities, data analysis, and protocol optimization, with scheduled

Qualifications

• Theoretical knowledge of basic human genetics and molecular biology.
• Experience with biology techniques such as PCR, gel electrophoresis, sequence analysis, RT-PCR, DNA/RNA isolation within the past 2 years.
• Follow University Environmental Health and Safety requirements; maintain a sterile environment.
• Micropipetting and dilutions experience.
• Knowledge of liquid handling automation and validated protocols.
• Knowledge of next generation sequencing for high throughput pipeline; able to perform validated protocols.

Responsibilities

• Assist with extracting, purifying, and analyzing DNA and RNA for Next-Gen Sequencing.
• Help maintain sequencing equipment and test new technologies.
• Assist metagenomics/metatranscriptomics projects and data reporting.
• Ensure adherence to safety and SOPs.

Job description

UC San Diego's Knight lab, within the Department of Pediatrics, seeks a Staff Research Associate 1 to assist with DNA/RNA extraction and analysis for Next-Gen sequencing. You will help develop and test new technologies, maintain sequencing equipment, and support microbiome projects spanning human health to environmental applications.

Working under the Laboratory Manager, you will contribute to high-impact research on microbial communities, data analysis, and protocol optimization, with scheduled