Research Associate/ Sr. Research Associate Contractor, Capsid Engineering- NGS

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location: Waltham, Massachusetts
job type: Contract
salary: $53.00 - 55.53 per hour
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Bachelors

responsibilities:
The Genomic Medicine Unit based in Waltham, MA is looking for a highly motivated candidate focused on next generation sequencing for the development of novel technological strategies in capsid discovery. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in the Genomic Medicine Unit in identifying improved AAV capsids through sequencing of plasmids/ viruses/ animal tissues to enable gene therapy programs from early discovery research through development, in a variety of disease areas.

Job Responsibilities

- Support and lead the implementation of next-generation sequencing techniques to characterize plasmid/ AAV libraries.

- Collaborate cross-functionally with team members to process RNA samples for RNA-seq of in vitro and in vivo screening studies.

- Implementation of multiple state-of-the-art techniques in molecular biology and biochemistry.

- Initiate, design, analyze, and present experiments at internal meetings.

- Maintain accurate records of experiments and analyses.

- Maintain effective communication with manager and other colleagues.

qualifications:
- A Bachelor's or Master's degree in biotechnology or allied fields with at least two years of direct next-generation sequencing experience.

- Prior experience with the following is preferred:

- Amplicon sequencing of DNA libraries

- RNA-seq with cells and/ or tissues

- Operation of Illumina NextSeq instruments

- Familiarity with NGS data analysis platforms

- Experience with laboratory automation for sequencing

- Candidates must be authorized to work in the USA.

skills: Cell Biology, Biology, Microbiology

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Pay 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. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

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