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GENEWIZ from Azenta Life Sciences ยท 12 hours ago

Senior Associate Scientist

positionSouth Plainfield, NJ
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level
money$61K/yr - $73K/yr
date5+ years exp

Azenta Life Sciences is a global leader in the life sciences space, providing automated bio sample management solutions and genomic services. The Senior Associate Scientist will play a crucial role in a fast-growing team, leveraging bench skills in a regulated NGS laboratory and performing various lab tasks related to molecular biology.

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Hiring Manager
Thryn Young
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Responsibilities

Check inventory and replenish consumables
Maintain a safe workplace in accordance with company and OSHA policies/procedures
Assist in updating current SOPs and work guides
Ability to plan and manage projects under supervision
Perform assigned lab tasks which may include but not limited to:
DNA and RNA extraction from a variety of sample types using standard and custom protocols, aid and train team members
Quality and quantity check for all sample types, comprehend and review QC data in depth and provide feedback accordingly
Perform standard, custom and specialized library preparation, assist with troubleshooting efforts
Proper operation and routine maintenance across Illumina and PacBio platforms
Handle communications between internal teams for project related issues and questions
Proper documentation and record keeping

Qualification

DNA extractionRNA extractionLibrary preparationIllumina platformsPacBio platformsATAC-SeqCell cultureStandard Operating ProtocolsProject managementCommunication skillsTeam player

Required

BS in Biological Sciences or related discipline with 5+ years of related lab experience required
Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, customer-oriented environment
Highly motivated and well organized
Independent, detailed oriented, team player
Closely follow Standard Operating Protocols (SOPs)
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written
Ability to react to situations with a sense of urgency

Preferred

MS in Biological Sciences or related discipline with 3+ years of related lab experience preferred
Experience in ATAC-Seq (Chromium), 10X, Cell Culture, Cell Processing, Cell Handling strongly preferred

Company

GENEWIZ from Azenta Life Sciences

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GENEWIZ from Azenta Life Sciences is a leading global genomics service provider serving researchers worldwide through a suite of solutions including synthesis, Sanger sequencing, whole plasmid sequencing, and next generation sequencing spanning genomics, transcriptomics, and proteomics.
dateFounded in 1999
location
Plainfield, New Jersey, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
http://www.genewiz.com/

H1B Sponsorship

GENEWIZ from Azenta Life Sciences has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
unknown
Key Investors
OrbiMed
2018-09-26Acquired
2015-01-11Series Unknown

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