Lab Technician II

InVivo Biosystems • Eugene, OR

5h

About The Position

This position is a collaborative, team-based role designed to support genome editing tasks and deliver genome edited animals to our internal and external clients. This hands-on bench role is responsible for the delivery of daily/weekly transgenic project tasks and meeting delivery milestones. If you are looking for a great team, a dynamic collegial environment, and interesting projects to work on, join us at InVivo Biosystems!

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Molecular Biology, Bioengineering, or a related life sciences discipline, with a minimum of 4 years of relevant laboratory experience.
• Strong foundation in molecular biology techniques, including hands-on proficiency with standard PCR methods; experience with primer design and DNA sequence analysis is a plus.
• Demonstrated experience with genome engineering approaches such as CRISPR-based knockout KO and homology-directed repair, or Tol2 transposon-mediated transgenesis, is highly desirable.
• Proficiency with standard restriction enzyme cloning strategies and associated diagnostic assays.
• Hands-on experience working with animal models, including routine husbandry; prior work with zebrafish or C. elegans is strongly preferred.
• Solid working knowledge of common laboratory equipment, best practices, and standard operating procedures.
• Exceptional attention to detail, strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities, and a high level of reliability and accountability.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with in vitro transcription and RNA purification techniques preferred.
• Prior experience with microinjection techniques is highly preferred.
• Familiarity with genome assemblies and annotation resources such as Ensembl or NCBI.
• Experience designing and constructing plasmids using vector design software (e.g., Benchling, ApE, or equivalent) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Detect precise edits in vivo using standard to advanced molecular biology techniques.
• Inject, screen, and propagate de novo genome edited animals.
• Troubleshoot genome editing projects and analysis of genotyping data.
• Work collaboratively with the team to meet commercial timelines, with the ability to deliver on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Adhere to SOPs and provide detailed project tracking and documentation.
• Prepare solutions and buffers as necessary to complete the above activities.
• Other responsibilities as assigned and support other teams as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Basic and Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
• 401k Plan with an employer match
• Flexible Paid Time Off Program
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Family Leave
• Dog-friendly office
• Employee Events - including Summer BBQs, community service, and holiday-related events

What This Job Offers

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