Research Associate from Joulé
San Diego, CA 92121
About the Job
Job Title: Research Associate
Location: San Diego, CA
Compensation: $27.15 - $33.75/hr
Type: Contract, Potential for extension or conversion to permanent
Responsibilities
Requirements
Benefits
System One offers eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options, including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, and participation in a 401(k) plan.
Location: San Diego, CA
Compensation: $27.15 - $33.75/hr
Type: Contract, Potential for extension or conversion to permanent
Responsibilities
- Lab operations include RNA/DNA extraction/purification, NGS library preparation & QCs, and loading sequencers
- Development and benchmarking of high-throughput NGS technologies (e.g., DNA-Seq and RNA-Seq assays)
- Develop and edit protocols with standard operating procedures
- Generate, organize, and maintain meticulous records on all conducted experiments
- Work independently and/or with supervision with team members on new assay and protocol development
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to benchmark assays for automation liquid handlers
Requirements
- Bachelor degree with 0-3 years of professional experience in molecular biology, biotechnology, or biochemistry
- Demonstrated expertise in molecular biology techniques, including DNA/RNA extraction & purification, NGS library preparation & QC, PCR, qPCR, cloning, etc.
- Strong understanding of theory behind techniques, proficient reasoning skills in experimental design and optimizing wet lab techniques, coupled with an exceptional attention to details
- Must be a strong team player with a proactive and positive attitude
- Ability to use technical skills and good time management to perform work efficiently and meet project timelines
- Exposure to cell biology techniques such as cell culture, along with functional assays for drug responses is a plus
Benefits
System One offers eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options, including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, and participation in a 401(k) plan.
Salary
27 - 34 /year
