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Senior/Principal Research Associate

4 months ago


South San Francisco, United States Skills Alliance Full time

JOB DESCRIPTION

Our client is growing, and we are hiring new team members who believe in the potential of engineered cells as medicines, who want to challenge status quo, and who lead with the desire to work on novel ideas. We are looking for a 6 month contractor Research Associate/Senior Research Associate/Principle Research Associate to join the Analytical Genomics team. You will report to Executive Director to develop and execute NGS-based assays across the company. Prior experience with general molecular biology techniques, such as PCR and nucleic acids extraction, are required. Prior experience with NGS library prep and operating Illumina sequencers is preferrable. The ability to work independently in a highly collaborative environment and a team first mind-set will be required to succeed in this position.


What youll do

Develop, implement, and optimize NGS-based methods with appropriate experimental controls under manager supervision. This includes optimization and modification of existing kits and protocols, and troubleshooting issues that arise with assay development

Work independently to execute on NGS protocols, standard molecular biology and biochemistry techniques

Preparation of NGS libraries and operation of NGS sequencers on a regular basis

Perform cell biology techniques e.g. cell culture, to implement genomic assays

Document experimental results in an electronic lab notebook, maintain good lab notebook procedures, and ensure data and reports are recorded accurately

Prepare assay related documents (i.e. protocols) to meet the quality requirements

Support the operation and maintenance of the Analytical Genomics lab and equipment


What were looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in biology, biochemistry, biomedical engineering, genetics, or related field plus 2 years, or masters degree with 1 years of relevant experience in the life sciences or biopharma industry
  • Title (RA/SRA/PRA) will be appropriated based on your experience
  • Minimum of 2 years of in-depth hands-on laboratory experience with molecular biology techniques (PCR, nucleic acid extraction and quantification)
  • Experience designing and documenting experiments
  • Outstanding attention to detail and ability to assess technical protocols
  • Demonstrated success working and collaborating in a team setting
  • Ability to handle several projects concurrently

Must be detail oriented, self-motivated, flexible, and able to prioritize

Outstanding verbal and written communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences

Collaborative, a team player and demonstrate curiosity

Ability to engage in crucial conversations providing and receiving feedback


What you should know

The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $40 and $50 per hour; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience


How we work together

Lead from every seat we seek to understand, act with honesty, and engage in the crucial conversations

Thrive as a team we hire amazing people, are intensely curious, and cultivate inclusion and personal connectivity

Make it happen we value vigorous debate, alignment around our decisions, and resilient execution