RNA Analysis NGS Intern: Build RNA-seq Expertise

Zymo Research Corporation; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EAP Sessions

Paid Sick Leave

Complimentary fruit, snacks, and BeveR

Complimentary catered lunches on Thom

Complimentary EV Charging

Job summary

Zymo Research Corporation in Irvine, CA is seeking a dynamic member for the RNA Analysis NGS team to advance cutting-edge RNA-seq technologies. You will execute experiments, compile data, and present findings under mentorship from a senior team member. A strong interest in NGS and RNA biology, plus hands-on RNA-seq experience, is essential.

The role emphasizes collaboration, literature review, and rigorous interpretation of sequencing results as part of a growing research effort.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Molecular Biology or related field.
• 2 year experience in an academic or industry lab.
• Experience with standard molecular biology techniques i.e. PCR, qRT-PCR.
• First-hand experience constructing RNA-seq libraries.

Responsibilities

• Perform and optimize RNA-seq library construction workflows
• Analyze and interpret NGS sequencing data
• Independently review literature and plan experiments
• Communicate results with the rest of the team

Skills

RNA-seq

NGS data analysis

Literature review

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Molecular Biology or related field

Master’s degree is a plus

Tools

PCR

qRT-PCR

RNA-seq library construction

Job description

Zymo Research Corporation in Irvine, CA is seeking a dynamic member for the RNA Analysis NGS team to advance cutting-edge RNA-seq technologies. You will execute experiments, compile data, and present findings under mentorship from a senior team member. A strong interest in NGS and RNA biology, plus hands-on RNA-seq experience, is essential.

The role emphasizes collaboration, literature review, and rigorous interpretation of sequencing results as part of a growing research effort.