Job ID: #9140
Science
Research Associate, Molecular Biology
Waltham, MA
Science
Research & Development
Responsibilities of the Research Associate, Molecular Biology:
- Generate NGS libraries, including processing of tissues to generate cDNA and genomic DNA, PCR, and purification.
- Operate Illumina sequencing instruments, including maintenance and troubleshooting,
- Develop and optimize processes to improve speed and/or data quality,
- Track sample tracking using ELN and LIMS,
- Maintain an up-to-date notebook, participate in meetings, prepare presentations, and communicate to leadership as needed.
Requirements of the Research Associate, Molecular Biology:
- Bachelor’s degree with ideally 1-2 years of lab experience.
- Hands-on experience with varied PCR and basic molecular biology methods.
- Strong attention to detail required.
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