What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Associate Scientist position at Actalent?
Description:
The Associate Scientist processes clinical samples and conducts validation/verification studies of Next Generation Sequencing (NGS)-based molecular assays within specific turnaround times.
Qualifications:
• 3 years of experience in molecular diagnostics and/or high throughput clinical laboratories.
• Experience working with typical oncology specimens, including Formalin-fixed Paraffinembedded (FFPE) tissue samples and blood in clinical and/or high-volume molecular diagnostics settings.
• Demonstrated understanding of molecular biology techniques and best troubleshooting principles.
• Experience with clinical oncology NGS assays, including DNA and RNA-seq (TSO500, MSK, etc..), WES protocols, and various target-enrichment approaches.
• Experience working in CAP/CLIA regulatory environments, WA state requirements, and HIPAA regulations, with an understanding of the importance of patient data privacy.
• Preferred qualifications:
o Experience with Clarity LIMS/LabVantage software.
o Technologist in Molecular Biology, MB(ASCP).
Key Responsibilities:
• Serve as a technical contributor for the Molecular/NGS laboratory and perform clinical NGS assays with precision.
• Prepare and isolate nucleic acids from oncology specimens, such as DNA/RNA extraction from FFPE tissues, blood samples.
• Operate complex laboratory equipment, such as high throughput liquid handlers and Illumina sequencers (NovaSeq6000) and perform instrument maintenance procedures.
• Review and troubleshoot NGS sequencing runs.
• Evaluate and implement new NGS technologies.
• Demonstrate and execute excellent laboratory best practices and troubleshooting principles.
• Support the timely processing and reporting of oncology samples to internal and external collaborators.
• Pay attention to detail and precisely follow instrument and assay SOPs.
• Maintain detailed notes of experimental parameters with proper documentation.
• Independently perform lab procedures with minimal supervision.
• Prepare reports and presentations to communicate results in group meetings.
• Support FDA, NYS DOH, CAP/CLIA, and other regulatory agency inspections.
• Provide support and contribute to QC and QA activities as needed.
• Participate in training sessions and workshops.
• Collaborate with MDs and Molecular Pathologists.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Bothell,WA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 19, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
- Hiring diverse talent
- Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
- Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
- Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $35 - $40
