Associate Scientist I (Extraction), NGS, M-F 3pm – 11:30 pm EST

Azenta Life Sciences • South Plainfield, NJ

19h • Onsite

About The Position

At GENEWIZ by Azenta, new ideas, new technologies and new ways of thinking are driving our future. Our customer-focused culture encourages employees to embrace innovation and challenge the status quo with novel thinking and collaborative work relationships. As a global leader in R&D genomics services, GENEWIZ, leads the way in providing superior data quality with unparalleled technical support to enable researchers around the world to advance their scientific discoveries faster than ever before. Our customers at top-tier pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and academic institutions, as well as cutting-edge start-ups, rely on our proprietary technologies for consistent, reliable, high-quality data, even on the most difficult projects. A full-service provider, we provides Sanger DNA sequencing, gene synthesis, molecular biology, high throughput/next generation sequencing, bioinformatics, and GLP regulatory services. How You’ll Make an Impact Be an integral part of an exciting, fast-growing team where you can leverage your outstanding bench skills in our regulated NGS laboratory! With your molecular background, you will be able to utilize not only your existing skills, but will also learn many new techniques, creating attractive new growth opportunities.

Requirements

• BS in Biological Sciences or equivalent required.
• Some laboratory benchwork experience required.
• Understanding of Molecular Biology principles and technologies
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced customer-oriented environment.
• Highly motivated and well organized.
• Independent, detailed oriented, team player.
• Closely follow Standard Operating Protocols (SOPs).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to react to situations with a sense of urgency.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent documentation and record keeping skills

Nice To Haves

• Kingfisher experience preferred.
• Hamilton experience preferred.
• Experience in a Next Generation Sequencing lab preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform DNA and RNA extraction from cell pellets, tissues, blood and various sample types.
• Perform lab procedures in accordance with SOPs and CLIA/CAP regulations
• Follow SOPs and guidance of team leads and managers for timely completion of tasks.
• Lab procedures can include but are not limited to those classified as Research Use Only (RUO), Regulated Environment (Reg-E) and CLIA-V.
• Able to adapt and use various automated extraction/liquid handling instruments such as: Kingfisher Hamilton
• Validate or perform routine maintenance of Extraction equipment for RUO use and Clinical use.
• Check inventory and replenish consumable supplies
• Communicate by phone and e-mail in a friendly and professional manner
• Sample quality and quantity check using various methods and equipment

Benefits

• Azenta is a market leader in automated bio sample management solutions and multiomics services across areas such as drug development, clinical and advanced cell therapies for the industry's top pharmaceutical, biotech, academic and healthcare institutions globally. We provide unparalleled capabilities with our lab analysis, sample management and storage services, informatics software, and consumables, with the largest installed base managing over 1 billion samples globally. As a global leader in R&D multiomics services, Azenta Life Sciences, leads the way in providing superior data quality with unparalleled technical support to enable researchers around the world to advance their scientific discoveries faster than ever before.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level