NGS Research Associate: Genomics Lab & Assay Development

Predicine; Hayward, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Predicine in Hayward, CA is seeking a Research Associate to perform routine lab work and support NGS-based cancer genomics workflows for research samples. You will assist in assay development, lab inventory, reagent QC and instrument maintenance in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate holds a BS with 4 years or MS with 2 years in biology-related fields, with strong molecular biology techniques and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• BS with 4 years or MS with 2 years in Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry or a closely related field.
• Solid background in molecular biology or biochemistry with good general laboratory techniques and documentation skills.
• The ability to prioritize and complete tasks and advance projects.
• The ability to interact adaptably with scientists and non-scientists from various disciplines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A willingness to work hard and be creative in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with automation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Execute routine lab work including pre-analytical sample preparation, plasma isolation and nucleic acid extraction from various specimens (Plasma, Serum, Cell line, Blood, FFPE, Fresh tissue, Urine et al).
• Support scientists in developing assays.
• Execute daily NGS assay workflows including library prep, target enrichment, sequencing sample loading to Illumina sequencers.
• Support sample accession, storage and management.
• Operation and maintenance of instrumentation critical for NGS workflows (Thermocycler, Bioanalyzer, Qubit, Sequencer)
• Laboratory data entry, data processing and troubleshooting.
• Document assay-related batch worksheet.
• Support lab inventory on assay related reagents and consumables.
• Assist in preparing SOPs and reports.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Molecular biology

NGS workflows

Lab techniques

Data entry

Documentation

Communication

Automation experience

Education

BS or MS in biology

Tools

Illumina sequencers

Job description

Predicine in Hayward, CA is seeking a Research Associate to perform routine lab work and support NGS-based cancer genomics workflows for research samples. You will assist in assay development, lab inventory, reagent QC and instrument maintenance in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate holds a BS with 4 years or MS with 2 years in biology-related fields, with strong molecular biology techniques and excellent communication.