Tamus
Research Associate
College Station, TX · Contract
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BioinformaticsMolecular BiologyNGSResearchCommunication
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About the role
- With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service.
- Come join an extraordinary team of AgriLife scientists with vast and various backgrounds.
- As a specialized member of a close-knit group, you will be exposed to all aspects of our facility operations.
Responsibilities
- Execute NGS Workflows: Perform high-throughput Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) library preparation and sample quality control (QC) protocols.
- Operate Advanced Automation: Run, maintain, and troubleshoot precision laboratory instrumentation, automated liquid handlers, and sequencing platforms.
- Manage Data & Samples: Handle sample intake, log processing steps into the laboratory information management system (LIMS), and verify sample data integrity.
- Maintain Quality Standards: Follow established laboratory Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), institutional biosafety guidelines, and quality control metrics.
- Perform Other Duties: Execute related laboratory and administrative tasks as assigned to support facility operations.
- Perform high-throughput Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) library preparation and sample quality control (QC) protocols.
- Run, maintain, and troubleshoot precision laboratory instrumentation, automated liquid handlers, and sequencing platforms.
- Manage Data & Samples:
- Maintain Quality Standards:
Requirements
- Ability to stand for extended periods.
- Ability to lift laboratory supplies weighing up to 25 pounds.
- Ability to distinguish colors used in laboratory assays and instrumentation.
- Two (2) years of experience performing high-throughput NGS library preparation and associated quality control procedures.
- Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Required Experience:
- Required Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Biology, Genetics, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a relevant scientific field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Physical Requirements:
Nice to have
- Experience operating automated liquid handling systems.
- Experience with Illumina sequencing platforms.
- Experience working in a CLIA, GLP, ISO, or research service laboratory.
- Experience using a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
- Why Work at Texas A&M AgriLife?
- Applicant Instructions
- Applications received by Texas A&M AgriLife must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached.
- Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application.
Skills
- Demonstrated proficiency in high-throughput NGS library preparation workflows.
- Experience performing molecular biology quality control (QC), including nucleic acid quantification and fragment analysis.
- Experience working with automated liquid handling systems or the ability to become proficient quickly.
- Knowledge of laboratory safety protocols and standard scientific instrumentation.
- Exceptional attention to detail and precision under time-sensitive service deadlines.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced laboratory environment.
Compensation
- Proposed Minimum Salary
Benefits
- Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory
Company info
- We are seeking a highly detail-oriented candidate with professional laboratory experience executing Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) library preparation and quality control (QC).
- Click here to learn more about how you can be a part of AgriLife and make a difference in the world!
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