Genomics Researcher

Bureau Veritas•Mason, OH

2d•$21 - $25

About The Position

The Genomics Researcher processes samples and retrieves data documentation for RNA, DNA, PCR, sequencing, extraction, profiling, or immunoassay work within the Bioscience/Genomics laboratory. The role supports genomics research and performs experiments using manual methods or automated and robotics platforms. It also involves collaborating on projects, learning protocols and instruments, compiling and presenting test data to clients, maintaining laboratory records and equipment, and supporting other genomics and omics projects as needed. The position follows standard operating procedures, safety guidelines, client requirements, and company quality, health, safety, security, and environmental policies and systems. The schedule is typically Monday through Friday for 40 hours per week, with flexibility required to meet departmental needs and complete assigned projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a related life science field; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted.
At least two years of experience in a molecular biology laboratory.
Strong wet-laboratory experience, including pipetting, diluting, and preparing solutions.
Experience manipulating and analyzing RNA and/or DNA.
Ability to respond positively and productively to change in a customer-oriented environment.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems quickly.
Ability to work with and smell fragrances, and to work with live microorganisms, molds, human cells, and bodily fluids as needed.

Responsibilities

Support Biosciences Genomics research activities.
Conduct experiments involving RNA and/or DNA sequencing, extraction, microarray profiling, or immunoprecipitation.
Execute quantitative PCR experiments using standard 96-well and high-throughput formats.
Complete experiments manually or using automated and robotics platforms.
Collaborate on genomics projects and learn new protocols and instruments as needed.
Compile, interpret, and present test data to clients.
Maintain required laboratory documentation, logbooks, and experiment records; generate data reports using an electronic lab notebook (ELN).
Maintain laboratory materials and equipment, and keep the laboratory clean and organized.
Assist with other genomics and omics projects as needed.
Follow standard operating procedures, safety guidelines, client requirements, company management systems, the Quality Manual, and the Safety/Chemical Hygiene Plan.
Perform other duties as assigned based on manager direction, department needs, and workload.