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Research Associate II - Technical Operations

Seattle, Washington, United States

$75,000-$88,000 / year

full-timemidbiotechnology

Tech Stack

Description

You will execute yeast transformations, matings, next-generation sequencing, and cell sorting/analysis to support production of yeast libraries and interrogation of protein-protein interactions. You'll work collaboratively to execute tasks in multiple workflows, supporting our AlphaSeq platform for drug discovery and optimization.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with 2+ years of relevant postbaccalaureate laboratory experience in the biotechnology industry; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Proficiency in standard molecular biology techniques, including DNA extractions, quantitative PCR, Gibson assembly, and fragment analysis.
  • Experience with multi-parametric flow cytometry.
  • Experience in a high-throughput screening or manufacturing environment.
  • Experience working within LIMS/ELN.
  • Strong work ethic, good organizational skills, team orientation, and exquisite attention to detail.
  • Flexibility in day-to-day schedule and willingness to work outside of standard hours when necessary, including weekends.

Responsibilities

  • Execute DNA library preparation and sequencing workflows for Oxford Nanopore Technologies and Illumina platforms.
  • Perform cell sorting and flow cytometry.
  • Perform yeast transformation and matings.
  • Execute DNA library construction as assigned.
  • Support development and optimization of standard operating procedures for existing and new experimental workflows.
  • May contribute to project teams or execute project-related tasks.
  • As requested, train new Research Associates.
  • Develop foundational understanding of and executional expertise in Technical Operations methods.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
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