Posted in Other 30+ days ago.
Location: Pleasanton, California
Innova Solutions is immediately hiring for a
Scientist I, II or Sr
Position type: Full time Contract.
Duration: 12 months
Location:
Pleasanton, CA
As a Scientist I, II or Sr
, you will:
Job Description:
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Sequencing Workflows and Applications team at client is seeking a scientist to contribute to the research and early development of new reagents, workflows and assay solutions in the field of Next Generation Sequencing (NGS).
The qualified candidate will have experience in NGS workflow optimisation with hands-on experience in nucleic acid extraction, library preparation, target enrichment, sequencing, and data analysis.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
? The successful candidate should have a background in molecular biology and human disease related fields, with hands-on experience designing, optimizing and validating NGS base workflows.
? Accurately and consistently records experimental methods, materials and results in electronic laboratory notebooks.
? Analyzes data, evaluates results, forms conclusions, and determines future experiments.
? Uses broad knowledge of molecular biology technique to proactively troubleshoot assays, resolve technical issues and challenges, and perform data interpretation.
? Presents work including scientific background information and project updates at internal staff meetings and at cross-functional team meetings.
? Establishes and maintains productive relationships with personnel in Development; orients and trains new R&D personnel as needed.
? Writes and implements standard operating procedures (SOP).
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
? Bachelor's degree in Biological/Life Sciences, Chemistry, Biochemistry or related field
? Preferred: More than 1 year of relevant industry
? Scientist I - 0 to 3 years of relevant industry experience
? Scientist II 3-5 years of relevant industry experience
? Sr. Scientist - minimum BS degree with 6+ years or MS with 3+ years of relevant industry experience.
? Strong molecular biology background.
? Experience in assay design, optimization, validation, experimental design, data analysis, and presentation.
? Experience performing next-generation sequencing methods (Exome, whole genome, RNA sequencing).
? Excellent communication skills.
Preferred
? Next-generation sequencing using Illumina instruments such as NovaSeq, HiSeq, Nextseq, MiSeq
? Previous experience in analysis and interpretation of NGS data is a plus.
? Previous experience with different genomics analysis technologies such as microarrays, real time PCR and ancillary equipment for quality control and validation is a plus.
? Understanding of oncology biology
Qualified candidates should APPLY NOW for immediate consideration! Please hit APPLY to provide the required information, and we will be back in touch as soon as possible.
We are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar positions. If this role is not a fit for you, we do offer a referral bonus program for referrals that we successfully place with our clients, subject to program guidelines. ASK ME HOW.
Thank you!
Namrata Gautam
Senior Associate Recruitment
PHONE: (+1) 314-523-1818
EMAIL: Namrata.Gautam@innovasolutions.com
PAY RANGE AND BENEFITS:
Pay Range*: $35- $50 per hour.
*Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.
Benefits: Innova Solutions offers benefits( based on eligibility) that include the following: Medical & pharmacy coverage, Dental/vision insurance, 401(k), Health saving account (HSA) and Flexible spending account (FSA), Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, Short term and Long term Disability, Accident & Critical illness coverage, Pre-paid legal & ID theft protection, Sick time, and other types of paid leaves (as required by law), Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
ABOUT INNOVA SOLUTIONS:Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Innova Solutions employs approximately 50,000 professionals worldwide and reports an annual revenue approaching $3 Billion. Through our global delivery centres across North America, Asia, and Europe, we deliver strategic technology and business transformation solutions to our clients, enabling them to operate as leaders within their fields.
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