Laboratory Technician II, NGS

POSITION OVERVIEW

Performs molecular genetic assays and general laboratory maintenance for the Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) team.

ACCOUNTABILITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Carries out complex laboratory procedures such as library preparations, amplification, enrichment, library dilutions, and loading of sequencers for the NGS team
• Operates and maintains sophisticated laboratory equipment, including Beckman, Tecan, Echo, and Mantis automated liquid handlers; Agilent Tapestation; and Next Generation Sequencing Instrumentation (Ultima Genomics; Complete Genomics; Illumina).
• Ensures that samples coming through the NGS production pipeline have testing procedures completed accurately and within turn-around-time.
• Assists with special projects for validation and implementation of new NGS products.
• Maintains records of laboratory work and sample tracking.
• Follows all laboratory protocols and policies, including quality control and quality system activities, and documents appropriately all records, deviations, and corrective actions as required.
• Monitors and maintains supply inventories and reagent stocks.
• Proactively identifies and assists with troubleshooting issues with assays, equipment, or procedures on the pipeline.
• Contributes to organization and cleanliness of the team and lab workspaces.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• 4- year Bachelor degree or higher in a Biological Science or related field; or equivalent education and experience meeting requirements of regulatory agencies.
• Computer literacy of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally verbally and in writing.
• 2+ years of general laboratory experience with molecular biology techniques (e.g. PCR, qPCR, NGS, microarrays arrays, DNA extractions, capillary electrophoresis, etc.).
• Previous experience with Next Generation Sequencing platforms and procedures.