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SalaryPOSITION SUMMARY:
Join our dynamic team as a Research Associate 1 where you'll be part of an intellectually stimulating and fast paced development team! Engage deeply in the process of discovery as you make meticulous observations, analyze data, and unveil groundbreaking insights. Innovate by leading the investigation, creation, and development of novel methods and technologies to advance projects. Stay at the forefront of scientific evolution by immersing yourself in the latest literature and maintaining a high level of professional expertise.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Conduct independent experimentation with precision and expertise.
- Collaborate with fellow scientists to craft comprehensive Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) ensuring optimal laboratory performance.
- Demonstrate meticulous attention to detail in the reception and processing of laboratory specimens according to standardized methodologies.
- Participate in intricate Validation and End-to-End testing studies.
- Employ advanced techniques in LIMS, database queries, and Excel to meticulously track and verify the accuracy of processed specimens.
- Maintain peak performance of laboratory equipment and instruments, promptly identifying and resolving any malfunctions through troubleshooting.
- Perform troubleshooting to uphold the efficiency of laboratory instruments and equipment.
- Acquire comprehensive understanding of cutting-edge laboratory methodologies..
- Apply advanced molecular biology techniques proficiently in laboratory testing.
- Stay up-to-date with ongoing Natera training requirements.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- BS/BA in a biological science or equivalent.
- Minimum of 1 year of Molecular Biology laboratory experience.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Moderate hands-on experience with nucleic acid techniques (eg. DNA manipulation, serial dilutions, DNA extraction, PCR, qPCR, DNA quantitation and analysis by Labchip & BioAnalyzer)
- Hands-on experience with NGS (preferred)
- Proficient in Excel and basic data analysis skills
- Practical knowledge of LIMS/database query tools (preferred).
- Experience with laboratory robotics platforms (optional).
- Must have proven interpersonal, communication, computer, and technical skills.
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills required.
OUR OPPORTUNITY
Natera™ is a global leader in cell-free DNA (cfDNA) testing, dedicated to oncology, women's health, and organ health. Our aim is to make personalized genetic testing and diagnostics part of the standard of care to protect health and enable earlier and more targeted interventions that lead to longer, healthier lives.
The Natera team consists of highly dedicated statisticians, geneticists, doctors, laboratory scientists, business professionals, software engineers and many other professionals from world-class institutions, who care deeply for our work and each other. When you join Natera, you'll work hard and grow quickly. Working alongside the elite of the industry, you'll be stretched and challenged, and take pride in being part of a company that is changing the landscape of genetic disease management.
WHAT WE OFFER
Competitive Benefits - Employee benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans for eligible employees and their dependents. Additionally, Natera employees and their immediate families receive free testing in addition to fertility care benefits. Other benefits include pregnancy and baby bonding leave, 401k benefits, commuter benefits and much more. We also offer a generous employee referral program!
For more information, visit www.natera.com.
Natera is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace environment, and welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives. Inclusive collaboration benefits our employees, our community and our patients, and is critical to our mission of changing the management of disease worldwide.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with applicable laws.
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