What are the responsibilities and job description for the Genotyping Research Associate II position at Ohalo?
Position : Research Associate II - Genotyping
Location : Mills River, NC
Type : Full time
Desired start date : Dec 1st, 2024 or ASAP
The Opportunity : Ohalo Genetics is seeking a motivated Genotyping Research Associate IIto join our high-throughput genotyping team. This position will focus on executing established genotyping workflows, including using Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) technologies and molecular biology techniques. The successful candidate will have a Bachelors degree in a related field with 3 years experience or a Master's degree with more than 1 year relevant experience. This is a dynamic, hands-on role suited for individuals with a strong background in PCR, Illumina sequencing, and molecular biology workflows. Working closely with other research associates and scientists, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in screening large sets of plant tissue samples and will contribute to the successful execution of our high throughput genotyping pipeline essential to Ohalo Genetics' production objectives.
Responsibilities :
- Perform DNA extraction, PCR, and sequencing library preparation.
- Execute high-throughput genotyping workflows with automation, identifying and troubleshooting issues as they arise.
- Work with other scientists to develop and test new, customized genotyping workflows, including marker-based and whole-genome genotyping approaches.
- Communicate genotyping timelines, updates, and results with related teams.
- Carefully execute biotechnology / molecular biology protocols.
- Perform analytical assays for QC or research purposes.
- Maintain detailed lab records in an electronic notebook and ensure accurate data entry.
- Monitor equipment and minimize downtime in the genotyping pipeline.
- Supervise and support junior RAs in the team as needed.
Candidate Profile :
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Demands
If you are passionate about molecular biology, plant genetics, and advancing genotyping technologies in a collaborative, startup environment, we encourage you to apply. Join us in driving innovation at the intersection of plant biotechnology and genomics.
A bout Ohalo Genetics :
Ohalo is accelerating evolution to unlock nature's potential. We seek to transform breeding and production systems with a goal of helping to sustainably support the world's growing population.
Notes : If you previously applied for a job at Ohalo Genetics, we encourage you to restate your interest in the position by submitting your application.
No visa sponsorship is available for this position at this time.
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