The New York Genome Center is looking for a highly motivated, independent but team-oriented individual with strong expertise in Next Generation Sequencing. As Laboratory Operations Scientist you will be responsible for optimization and troubleshooting all lab processes, protocols, and instrumentation in a rapidly growing next generation sequencing facility. Responsibilities will also include interpretation of sequencing and bioinformatics QC analysis to ensure the highest quality standards.
Job Responsibilities:
• Evaluate current sequencing operation procedures for their optimization and improvement.
• Develop tools to monitor equipment more effectively to ensure high quality data.
• Support process optimization through QC analytics.
• Train employees on optimized processes and troubleshooting strategies.
• Contribute to the development of Standard Operating Procedures.
• Provide support to the lab as needed, including sample QC, library prep, sequencing, and lab audits.
• Help with the development and implementation of a laboratory information management system.
• Work with Project Management and other teams/departments to ensure project deadlines are achieved.
• Interpret QC data and troubleshoot laboratory protocols and data analysis.
• Implement and execute QC measures critical to experiment design and process execution.
Candidate Profile:
• Advanced degree in Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry or related field plus laboratory experience in nucleic acid research required, PhD preferred;
• 5+ years of demonstrated experience in a molecular Biology Lab with at least 3+ years of experience in NGS;
• Demonstrated skill in troubleshooting techniques, interpreting run analysis data, run quality assessment, and routine machine maintenance and repair;
• Excellent communication skills, detail oriented, and highly motivated;
• Solid knowledge of molecular biology techniques and related protocols and equipment;
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and LIMS-based systems for project management;
• Ability to multitask is a must, along with an orientation toward teamwork and leadership;
• Strong creative thinking and problem solving skills;
• A high tolerance for change will be beneficial as NYGC is in start-up mode and the environment will transform rapidly.
Job Responsibilities:
• Evaluate current sequencing operation procedures for their optimization and improvement.
• Develop tools to monitor equipment more effectively to ensure high quality data.
• Support process optimization through QC analytics.
• Train employees on optimized processes and troubleshooting strategies.
• Contribute to the development of Standard Operating Procedures.
• Provide support to the lab as needed, including sample QC, library prep, sequencing, and lab audits.
• Help with the development and implementation of a laboratory information management system.
• Work with Project Management and other teams/departments to ensure project deadlines are achieved.
• Interpret QC data and troubleshoot laboratory protocols and data analysis.
• Implement and execute QC measures critical to experiment design and process execution.
Candidate Profile:
• Advanced degree in Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry or related field plus laboratory experience in nucleic acid research required, PhD preferred;
• 5+ years of demonstrated experience in a molecular Biology Lab with at least 3+ years of experience in NGS;
• Demonstrated skill in troubleshooting techniques, interpreting run analysis data, run quality assessment, and routine machine maintenance and repair;
• Excellent communication skills, detail oriented, and highly motivated;
• Solid knowledge of molecular biology techniques and related protocols and equipment;
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and LIMS-based systems for project management;
• Ability to multitask is a must, along with an orientation toward teamwork and leadership;
• Strong creative thinking and problem solving skills;
• A high tolerance for change will be beneficial as NYGC is in start-up mode and the environment will transform rapidly.