The Genome Technology Core at the Whitehead Institute is looking for a talented technician to join our team. Applicants should send resume and cover letter to Tom Volkert ([email protected]). Full listing is below.
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WHITEHEAD INSTITUTE for BIOMEDICAL RESEARCH
Position Description
9.25.2014
TITLE: Technical Assistant I/II
Classification: Exempt: Research Staff
REPORTS TO: Supervisory Lab Personnel
OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY
Join a dynamic team supporting cutting edge technologies in a fast-paced and rewarding environment. State-of-the-art genomics core seeks experienced and motivated technical support for its Next-Generation sequencing and microarray workflows.
CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES
• Provide high-quality and professional support to cutting edge scientific research.
• Attain proficiency in all levels of sample workflow including, DNA/RNA isolation, library preparation, quality control, operation of DNA sequencers and microarray scanners, basic data processing and analysis, and more.
• Apply molecular biology skills and experience to optimizing workflows and implementing new protocols as they become available.
• Lean about the wide variety of technologies and equipment available in the core and assist researchers with their use.
• Communicate effectively with all levels of staff to ensure that work supports current objectives.
• Other tasks, as required
QUALIFICATIONS
• BS or MS in Molecular Biology, or related field.
• Experience handling DNA and RNA in a lab setting required.
• Familiarity with basic laboratory techniques and principles of molecular biology.
• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills and the desire to work in a service-oriented environment.
• Strong written, communication and organizational skills required.
• Experience with qPCR, Microarrays and Sequencing a plus.
• Experience with genomic technology platforms like Illumina, Affymetrix and Agilent a plus.
• Interest in advanced data processing and analysis encouraged but not required.
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WHITEHEAD INSTITUTE for BIOMEDICAL RESEARCH
Position Description
9.25.2014
TITLE: Technical Assistant I/II
Classification: Exempt: Research Staff
REPORTS TO: Supervisory Lab Personnel
OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY
Join a dynamic team supporting cutting edge technologies in a fast-paced and rewarding environment. State-of-the-art genomics core seeks experienced and motivated technical support for its Next-Generation sequencing and microarray workflows.
CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES
• Provide high-quality and professional support to cutting edge scientific research.
• Attain proficiency in all levels of sample workflow including, DNA/RNA isolation, library preparation, quality control, operation of DNA sequencers and microarray scanners, basic data processing and analysis, and more.
• Apply molecular biology skills and experience to optimizing workflows and implementing new protocols as they become available.
• Lean about the wide variety of technologies and equipment available in the core and assist researchers with their use.
• Communicate effectively with all levels of staff to ensure that work supports current objectives.
• Other tasks, as required
QUALIFICATIONS
• BS or MS in Molecular Biology, or related field.
• Experience handling DNA and RNA in a lab setting required.
• Familiarity with basic laboratory techniques and principles of molecular biology.
• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills and the desire to work in a service-oriented environment.
• Strong written, communication and organizational skills required.
• Experience with qPCR, Microarrays and Sequencing a plus.
• Experience with genomic technology platforms like Illumina, Affymetrix and Agilent a plus.
• Interest in advanced data processing and analysis encouraged but not required.