Biotechnology Associate II

Title:  Biotechnology Associate II
Location:  West Haven, CT
Schedule:  37.5 M-F, occasional weekend and evening hours
Type:  Direct Hire

Responsibilities: 

• Manages the daily activities of a research resource laboratory. Oversees the scheduling, use, and availability of instrumentation, supplies, and specialized work areas. 
• Carries out biotechnology research design, develop, and modify procedures and instrument operating programs. 
• Develops, interprets, and analyzes the results of biotechnological analyses and/or syntheses. 
• Investigates, analyzes, and evaluates alternative instrumentation, methodologies and techniques to maintain a state-of-the-art biotechnology resource laboratory.
• Recommends and develops new protocols and initiates and adapts new techniques to resolve problems. 
• Conducts research to determine the feasibility and scope of providing new/revised services. Develops and evaluates new techniques and equipment. 
• Prepares budgets and reports pertaining to laboratory costs and income. 
• Determines and establishes policies and procedures on laboratory safety consistent with safety regulations. 
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Master’s Degree in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, or other related discipline and three years of experience or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
• In-depth knowledge in molecular biology
• Experience with next-generation sequencing technologies and prior experience with lab automation
• Prior experience managing lab staff and/or projects
• Experience in operation of sequencers, library preparation for sequencing and using data analysis pipeline is desirable.
• Proficiency with basic computer programs such as Word, Excel.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills. Strong interpersonal, organizational and customer service skills with the ability to multi-task.
• Ability to be proactive with strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.

Position offers the opportunity to work with a world class team, competitive salary, benefits and paid time off.

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