About the job
Admera Health is seeking an Associate Scientist I/II to join our growing team!
ADMERA - Entering the ADvanced Molecular ERA
Admera Health provides genomic and bioinformatic services supporting discovery through clinical research stages. Our services include solutions for genomics, transcriptomics, epigenomics, and bioinformatics. Admera has deep expertise working with single-cell, FFPE, custom panels, and difficult or low-input samples.
Corporate Culture Attributes:
Innovative
Collaborative
Energetic
Accountable
Results-oriented
Customer-centric
Admera offers competitive health and financial benefits. In addition, we offer professional development and learning opportunities, rewarding bonus programs, and a wide range of work-life benefits.
Title: Associate Scientist I/II
Department: Biopharma Services (Lab)
Location: South Plainfield, NJ
Responsibilities:
- Preparing solutions and reagents for performing assays on the bench.
- Perform Next Generation Sequencing-based genomic assays on different workflows (few listed below):
- Whole Genome Sequencing
- Whole Exome Sequencing
- RNAseq
- Carry out genomic assays under Biosafety Level II Policies and in regulatory compliance.
- Perform Operational Qualification and Performance Qualification on Next Generation Sequencers.
- Strictly follow standard operating procedures set forth for processing biological specimens while complying with laboratory safety protocols.
- Strict recordkeeping of all laboratory procedures.
- Continue acquiring next generation sequencing knowledge to support molecular biology techniques.
- Collaborate within the group and cross departmental to achieve goals.
- Closely follow Standard Operating Protocol (SOP).
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences with minimum 1-3 years of lab experience required.
- M.S. in Biological Sciences with a minimum of 1 year of lab experience preferred.
- Strong background in molecular biology required.
- Hands-on experience with Next Generation Sequencing platforms preferred.
- Experience with handling and processing customer samples preferred.
- Can work independently and as a team with a positive attitude.
- Excellent interpersonal skills; both verbal and written are essential.
For more information, please visit www.admerahealth.com. To review and apply to our open positions please visit http://www.admerahealth.com/careers.
