Associate Scientist #26-17137

Duration: 12 months contract. Standard working hours.

About the role

We are seeking an Associate Scientist with strong molecular biology laboratory experience, specifically hands-on expertise in Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) library preparation. This is the single most important technical qualification. The ideal candidate is consistent, reliable, detail-oriented, and produces high-quality bench work with minimal mistakes. Given the busy and collaborative laboratory environment, effective communication and teamwork are essential.

Candidates with experience supporting RNA sequencing workflows, particularly RNA-seq library preparation, are highly preferred. Experience with single-cell sequencing and spatial transcriptomics is also valuable. Histology experience is preferred but more flexible than NGS experience; candidates should have some exposure to working with tissue sections but do not need an extensive pathology background.

Fresh master’s graduates are acceptable. Candidates with a bachelor’s degree should have approximately two years of relevant bench or industry experience. Fresh PhDs may also be considered, though those with significant post-PhD industry experience may be viewed as overqualified.

Responsibilities

• Perform sample and library preparation/QC for NGS sequencing.
• Perform basic histology (sectioning, staining, imaging) on tissue samples.
• Perform basic cell culture.
• Monitor or follow established experimental design and protocols to obtain reproducible and reliable results with limited supervision.
• Plan, conduct, monitor, analyze, and record experiments, providing interpretation of data.
• Effectively transfer experimental methods from literature to the lab and make modifications as necessary.
• Develop and implement new protocols with moderate review.
• Engage coworkers in scientific discussions and communicate data and interpretation to the work group.
• Develop systems to ensure quality data and effectively troubleshoot equipment and experimental difficulties.
• Contribute to internal/external reports, papers, presentations, regulatory documents, invention disclosure submissions, and/or patents.
• Participate in department-wide support efforts such as safety, recruiting, and committees.
• Train staff and/or supervise others as needed.
• Coordinate and organize resources required to complete tasks.
• Understand when to seek input and when to make independent judgments.

Requirements

• Experience with NGS library prep and sequencing.
• Experience with basic histological techniques and RNA in-situ hybridization.
• Experience with spatial and single-cell transcriptomics.
• Degree in Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field.
• Experience in a biopharmaceutical working environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree, or
• Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of relevant experience, or
• Associate’s degree and 4 years of relevant experience, or
• High school diploma/GED and 6 years of relevant experience.

Skills

• NGS library preparation (must have)
• Histology (must have)
• Spatial and single-cell RNA sequencing