What are the responsibilities and job description for the Scientist I position at Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences Inc?
Job Title: Scientist 1
Location: Lake County, IL
Duration: 6 - months possibility to be extend
Must Haves:
1. Next-gen sequencing
2. RNAseq
3. Olink proteomics
4. Excellent communication
Job Description
We are now recruiting for a Scientist 1to join our Genomic Technologies Team in the Genomics Research Center.
In this role you will utilize genomic techniques to support clinical and pre-clinical research company wide. You will be required to independently generate precise, reliable and reproducible data in a timely manner. The successful candidate will join the NGS (Next-Generation Sequencing) Operations team within Genomic Technologies, which runs validated high-throughput NGS methods.
Responsibilities:
- Independently conduct experiments that further project goals. This includes RNA sequencing from initial QC to data generation and completing samples through the Olink workflow.
- Interpret results to evaluate data quality.
- Demonstrate technical proficiency in the assigned workflows.
- Understand and adhere to safety regulations and lab practices.
- Accurately document work performed and prepare reports when required.
- Perform troubleshooting for routine work and alert manager to any inconsistencies or errors or needed consultation.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in scientific field or equivalent education with 5 years of experience
- Experience performing NGS library preparation is highly preferred.
- Experience performing Olink processing is highly preferred.
- Experience performing NGS on the Illumina sequencing platform.
- Experience using liquid handlers is preferred (including Formulatrix, Beckman, SPTLabtech and Eppendorf).
- Experience using LIMS is beneficial.
- Theoretical and practical knowledge to carry out job function.
- Excellent documentation and communication skills
- Works well in a multidisciplinary team environment
Thanks & Regards,
Sai, Senior Recruiter, Pharma/CRO Staffing Division
Katalyst HealthCares & Life Sciences Inc.
285 Durham Ave, Suite 12, South Plainfield, NJ 07080.
Direct: 908-808-7019
email: Sai@katalysthls.com
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $27.00 - $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Medical Specialty:
- Genetics & Genomics
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Application Question(s):
- Do you have an experience with Olink Proteomics
Ability to Commute:
- North Chicago, IL 60064 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $27 - $30
