Research Associate, Next Gen Sequencing

Colossal Biosciences • Dallas, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Colossal is seeking a Research Associate who will take on large-scale genome sequencing initiatives for species conservation and de-extinction in a core lab. They will expand on tools and methodologies to optimize sequencing data flow while maintaining and enhancing workflows to track samples from submission to data delivery. This position is based on-site in Dallas, TX.

Requirements

• Capable of working in a fast-paced, high volume sequencing core on parallel projects, while maintaining accuracy and timely data transfer
• Self-motivated, flexible, proactive, works well under pressure and deadlines, detail-oriented
• Enthusiastic to learn new skills and take on new responsibilities
• Creative problem-solver who can perform technical trouble-shooting
• Communicates clearly and proactively to ensure data delivery to stakeholders
• BA/BS with 1+ years of hands-on research in bioengineering, molecular biology, genetics or related fields, such as computational biology

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with UHMW gDNA isolation and optical genome mapping (Bionano)
• Comfortable with working in a core lab and communicating with stakeholders.
• Experience in library preparation and sequencing using the Oxford Nanopore Technology platform

Responsibilities

• Maintain a thorough and detailed electronic lab notebook
• Library preparation and sequencing - ONT platform
• UHMW gDNA extraction and preparation for optical genome mapping - Bionano
• Perform structure and copy number variant analyses
• Utilize and adapt robotic automation for NGS workflows (Firefly Plus)
• Maintain a clean and organized laboratory space

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Excellent paid time off and company holidays
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Company matched 401k retirement plan
• Paid parental leave at 100% salary for up to 12 weeks
• Education reimbursement

What This Job Offers

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