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Job Description
Job Description
Job Description :
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.
Will join the NGS (Next-Generation Sequencing) Operations team within Genomic Technologies, which runs validated high-throughput NGS methods.
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.
Qualifications :
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
Next-gen sequencing skills
RNAseq skills
Benefits :
Healthcare Insurance : Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents healthcare coverage through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Premiums are subsidized by Synectics.
Dental Insurance : Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents a dental plan through MetLife. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.
Vision Insurance : Synectics offers eligible employees vision insurance through VSP. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.401(k) Plan : The Synectics Inc. Investment Savings Retirement Plan. Synectics offers all employees who are 21 years of age or older the opportunity to invest in the 401(k) Plan on the first enrollment date that is at least 30 days after employment begins. Enrollment dates are each January 1st, April 1st, July 1st, and October 1st.
Technical Certification Bonus : Synectics is pleased to award its employees a bonus of up to $500 for an approved professional certification. In determining the bonus amount, Synectics will consider the cost of the test(s) for any certification relating to your current position, achieved during your employment with us. Only one Certification Bonus per calendar year may be awarded per employee. Only current, active employees will be eligible to receive this bonus. It will be awarded 90 days after the Synectics office has received documentation confirming the successful completion of the certification.
Synectics is an equal opportunity employer.
