Motion Recruitment · 7 hours ago
System Engineer
Santa Clara, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
1+ years expMotion Recruitment is developing new technologies to make genetic testing easy, reliable, and affordable. As a Senior System Engineer, you will learn to use the new Single Molecule Sequencing platform and assist in developing operating protocols while performing wet-lab experiments and analyzing results.
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Hiring Manager
Shikha Sable
Responsibilities
Become an expert on the operation of the Single Molecule Sequencing Platform
Perform a variety of sample prep, library, or sequencing and sequencing related experiments on a daily basis, help to analyze and interpret the data
General support of diverse research and development activities
Customer support activities such as monitoring runs, documenting and communicating defects, and following escalation paths to resolve customer issues
Contribute to the platform verification team as a member by executing, analyzing, and interpreting the results of platform verification studies
Perform all work using best laboratory practices and maintain a well-organized and concise record of work performed and progress made
Assist engineers with hardware design through testing subcomponents
Analyze data, derive conclusions, document findings, write SOPs and prepare reports for sharing within and between R&D groups
Setup strong experimental designs while working independently
Troubleshoot instrument failures and seek out specialized help as needed
Develop and deploy a wide range of technologies, including sample extraction, library prep, and sequencing
Develop, execute, and document test cases for verification and validation. Ensures complete and comprehensive coverage of requirements in the test campaigns
Customer support through monitoring of runs, early morning meetings to discuss defects, results and progress, QC of reagents and configuration used for customer, possible travel to customer sites
Support of instrument fleet to learn troubleshooting techniques as needed to assist R&D and to support customers
Perform system integration and testing activities and verify system performance through simulation, tests, and measurements. Assess results for applicability, validity, and conformance to product requirements
Work independently with general management direction to drive product development and collaborations to identify opportunities for continuous improvement
Keep supervisor/project leader informed of project status, particularly of significant findings and results in critical problem areas
Qualification
Required
B.S. or M.S. or PhD degree in the science/chemistry/engineering required and 1-5 years of experience (depending on educational background)
(Candidates with hands-on experience with DNA sequencing such as raw sample preparation, nucleic acid extraction, library preparation, and NGS sequencing are encouraged to apply)
Previous laboratory experience required
Familiarity with MATLAB, GIT, Python or similar tools for data analysis and/or automation
Previous experience with prototype instruments or DNA sequencing desirable
Previous experience with PCR required
Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential
Demonstrated ability to work well in teams and across scientific disciplines is essential
The candidate should be passionate, self-motivated, and possess a strong desire to acquire on-the-job training
Company
Motion Recruitment
Motion Recruitment, a Kelly® Company, delivers IT Talent Solutions for Contract, Direct Hire, Managed Solutions and Statement of Work to all of North America from our 21 delivery centers.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
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Littlejohn & Co
2024-05-03Acquired
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1998-06-04Private Equity
Leadership Team
Beth Gilfeather
CEO
Brad Page, MBA
Chief Financial Officer
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