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- Carry out NGS and epigenomics assays in support of large collaborative initiatives.
- Contribute to the development of NGS assays to benefit drug discovery and translational research.
- Generate NGS libraries and perform library QC upstream of sequencing.
- Develop and edit protocols and standard operating procedures.
- Perform a wide variety of basic molecular biology techniques with minimal supervision.
- Maintain an uninterrupted supply of reagents and consumables for ongoing collaborative efforts.
- Effectively communicate results in a group setting.
- Maintain an accurate and complete laboratory notebook and other records, as needed.
- Play a key role in the utilization of genomics assays across diverse research programs.
- Work under the guidance of a principal scientist to reliably high-quality data to ongoing collaborative research efforts.
- Must be a strong team player with a positive attitude and flexibility to change of priority.
- The candidate should have a master's degree in the life sciences with at least 2 years' experience performing NGS assays, or a bachelor's degree with at least 4 years' experience performing NGS assays.
- Hands-on experience with epigenomics assays such as chromatin immunoprecipitation (ChIP-seq), DNA methylation assays, or ATAC-seq.
- Competence in routine mammalian cell culture and sterile technique.
- Strong understanding of NGS technologies, with a track record of utilizing such assays in a research environment.
- Familiarity with Illumina sequencing, and hands-on experience in the generation and QC of Illumina sequencing libraries.
- Experience with standard molecular biology tools e.g., PCR, qPCR, gel and capillary electrophoresis.
- Proficiency with MS Office suite, and ability to understand and present on genomics data.
- Strong organizational skills and comfort with systems e.g., Confluence, JIRA, SharePoint systems.
- Commitment to quality by rigorous and constant evaluation of own work.
- Adaptability; able to function effectively in a fast paced and rapidly changing environment.
- Ability to use technical skills and good time management to perform work efficiently and meet project timelines.
Vacancy expired!