Research Associate - Genotyping Technology

About the role

This role will also work as part of the genotyping production team, contributing to project advancement, from sample reception to DNA extraction, assay handling, PCR, and also, will be a key contributor towards expanding RiceTec’s genotyping capacity in other regions. In addition to strong technical experience with high-throughput genotyping systems, the ideal candidate brings excellent organization, initiative, resourcefulness, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced research environment.

Responsibilities

• Identify and advance lab process and systems innovation initiatives, to increase genotyping productivity and reduce datapoint cost, in coordination with production work, other team members and lab lead.
• Provide fault-detection and problem solving to any instrument and system issues that may emerge and compromise production.
• Coordinate, oversee and execute liquid-handler robotics preventive maintenance plans and repair activities.
• Contribute to managing supplies and other Lab critical elements, as established, to assure production stability and continuity.
• Directly conduct any and all aspects of production genotyping work with other team members to attain target production volumes and due dates.
• Provide technical support, training and/or oversight of work conducted by Assistants, Technicians and seasonal staff working in the lab.
• Coordinate, schedule, monitor and adjust work schedules and activities, interfacing with other team members and team lead, to maximize productivity and meet group deadlines.
• Oversee project creation and advancement process, contribute to managing internal client relations, communications & training, in coordination with lab lead.
• Interpret key project and production metrics analytics to contribute to continual assessment.