Associate Scientist Bioinformatics III

Santa Monica, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 3 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Overview:

TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients world-wide. The below job opportunity is with one of our Biotech clients who researches develop and commercializes drugs. The company focuses primarily on antiviral drugs used in the treatment of HIV hepatitis B hepatitis C and influenza including Harvoni and Sovaldi.

Position: Associate Scientist - Bioinformatics III

Location: Santa Monica CA 90404

Duration: 12 Months

Job Type: Temporary Assignment

Work Type: Onsite

Job Description:

We are seeking a talented and highly motivated scientist with an interest in advancing Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) technologies for genomics research to join our Bioinformatics and Sequencing group.
You will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced and highly collaborative environment to support a growing R&D portfolio.
You will work at the interface of biology and technology and will support the effort on assessment and development of custom NGS needs to assist drug target and biomarker discovery efforts.

Responsibilities:

Extraction and preparation of DNA and RNA from various sources
Preparation of DNA RNA and ATAC-seq libraries from bulk and/or single cells for NGS sequencing
Perform quality control on samples and libraries.
Troubleshoot the experimental procedures and protocols for library preparation and sequencing under supervision
Perform Next Generation Sequencing experiments on Illumina platforms and other platforms
Perform qPCR for library quality control
Maintain updated working knowledge of Genomics technologies and develop significant experience in next-generation sequencing applications
Keep records of experiments in electronic notebook (ELN)
Deliver scientific findings effectively in group meetings and collaborative forums

Basic Qualifications:

Masters Degree
Or Bachelors Degree and 2 years of scientific experience
Or AA Degree and 4 years of scientific experience
Or High School Degree and 5 years of scientific experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in Biological Sciences Molecular Biology Biochemistry Bioengineering Genetics or related fields
2 years of hands-on experience with Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) platforms various NGS assays and their underlying sequencing methodology
Hands-on experience with DNA and RNA extraction from various sources
Ability to learn new techniques in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrated ability to solve scientific and engineering problems
Excellent organizational skills and efficiency at getting tasks done
Goal oriented and looking to take on additional responsibilities
Experience working in a multi-disciplinary environment
Experience working with LIMS and electronic notebook e.g. Benchling
Excellent interpersonal verbal and written communication skills
An excellent work ethic ability to work in a dynamic environment and ability to adapt to changing priorities

TekWissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.

Overview: TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients world-wide. The below job opportunity is with one of our Biotech clients who researches develop and commercializes drugs. The company focuses ...