Research Associate 1- Temp
Research Associate 1- Temp
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POSITION SUMMARY:
The Research Associate 1 follows research protocols. Performs research and/or development tasks in collaboration with others. Makes detailed observations analyzes data and interprets results. Investigates creates and develops new methods and technologies for project advancement. Maintains high level of professional expertise through familiarity with scientific literature.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Independently execute simple experiments.
- Assist with SOP development.
- Receive and process laboratory specimens following the standard methods and procedures with superb attention to detail.
- Track samples with use of LIMS database queries and advanced excel techniques; verify that correct specimens are being processed and analyzed.
- Maintain equipment and instruments in good operating condition recognize any malfunctions and troubleshoot as needed.
- Complete routine preventive maintenance and troubleshooting on instruments and equipment.
- Responsible for maintaining updated understanding and knowledge of the methods employed in the laboratory.
- Utilize molecular biology techniques in performing laboratory tests. This role will have occasional access to PHI both in paper and electronic form and have occasional access to various technologies to access PHI (paper and electronic) in order to perform the job.
- Employee must complete training relating to HIPAA/PHI privacy General Policies and Procedure Compliance training and security training as soon as possible but not later than the first 30 days of hire.
- Must maintain a current status on Natera training requirements.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- BS/BA in a biological science or equivalent.
- Minimum of 1 year of Molecular Biology laboratory experience.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- gDNA isolation from biological samples (preferred).
- Practical knowledge of LIMS/database query tools (preferred).
- Experience with PCR library preparation for next generation sequencing and sequencing platforms (NextSeq HiSeq Ion Torrent.
- Sample analysis/QC on the Agilent Bioanalyzer Nanodrop Qubit electrophoresis.
- Skill conducting quantitativePCR (optional).
- Experience with laboratory robotics platforms (optional).
- Must have proven interpersonal communication computer and technical skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills required.
- Microsoft Excel experience required.
Austin TX
$23 $25 USD
OUR OPPORTUNITY
Natera is a global leader in cellfree DNA (cfDNA) testing dedicated to oncology womens health and organ health. Our aim is to make personalized genetic testing and diagnostics part of the standard of care to protect health and enable earlier and more targeted interventions that lead to longer healthier lives.
The Natera team consists of highly dedicated statisticians geneticists doctors laboratory scientists business professionals software engineers and many other professionals from worldclass institutions who care deeply for our work and each other. When you join Natera youll work hard and grow quickly. Working alongside the elite of the industry youll be stretched and challenged and take pride in being part of a company that is changing the landscape of genetic disease management.
WHAT WE OFFER
Competitive Benefits Employee benefits include comprehensive medical dental vision life and disability plans for eligible employees and their dependents. Additionally Natera employees and their immediate families receive free testing in addition to fertility care benefits. Other benefits include pregnancy and baby bonding leave 401k benefits commuter benefits and much more. We also offer a generous employee referral program!
For more information visit www.natera.
Natera is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace environment and welcome people of different backgrounds experiences abilities and perspectives. Inclusive collaboration benefits our employees our community and our patients and is critical to our mission of changing the management of disease worldwide.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will be considered without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics age veteran status disability or any other legally protected status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories consistent with applicable laws.
If you are based in California we encourage you to read this important information for California residents.
Link: https://www.natera/noticeofdatacollectioncaliforniaresidents/
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Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Temp
