Research Associate I, Genomics & Biochemistry, Boulder

Watchmaker Genomics, Inc.; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Watchmaker Genomics, Inc. invites applications for the full-time Research Associate I in Boulder, CO to contribute to a research program focused on developing and characterizing proprietary reagents for genomics applications.

You will execute established protocols and document results under the guidance of senior scientists in a fast-paced biotech environment. Requires a BS in molecular biology or biochemistry with 0 years experience.

Qualifications

• BS required in molecular biology, biochemistry, or related field.
• Experience with PCR, qPCR, NGS sample prep and data analysis preferred.
• Strong documentation and collaboration skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Execute molecular biology experiments including PCR, qPCR, buffer optimization and NGS sample prep workflows.
• Document all procedures, observations, and results in lab notebooks and data systems.
• Perform routine bioinformatic analyses using established pipelines under senior scientists.
• Contribute to a team launching enzymology and genomics products.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to scientific discussions.
• Identify observations that support process improvement.

Skills

Molecular biology techniques

PCR

qPCR

NGS

Data analysis

Documentation

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Bioinformatics

Education

BS in Molecular biology/biochemistry

Tools

NGS pipelines

Bioinformatics

LIMS

Job description

Watchmaker Genomics, Inc. invites applications for the full-time Research Associate I in Boulder, CO to contribute to a research program focused on developing and characterizing proprietary reagents for genomics applications.

You will execute established protocols and document results under the guidance of senior scientists in a fast-paced biotech environment. Requires a BS in molecular biology or biochemistry with 0 years experience.