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SalaryJob Title: Research Associate
R&D / Neochromosome
Reports to: Team Lead, DNA Production and Services
Direct Reports: No
Location: Innolabs - Long Island City (Queens, NY)
FLSA Classification: Exempt
About Us
Opentrons Labworks, Inc., is a disruptive life science company leveraging its integrated lab platform to supercharge the pace of innovation in research and healthcare. Opentrons Labworks is the parent company to business units Opentrons Robotics and Neochromosome. Through Opentrons Robotics, thousands of institutions are automating R&D operations with flexible, easy-to-use liquid handling lab robots. Through Neochromosome, biopharma and biotech at large can benefit from our world-class genome-scale cell engineering solutions.
We provide excellent benefits, competitive compensation, equity packages, and opportunities for growth. If you are looking for your next exciting opportunity, come join us! Learn more on our Careers Website.
About the Role
As a Research Associate on the DNA Production and Services team at Neochromosome, you will be responsible for carrying out wet lab processes to support DNA manufacturing serving the next-generation of synthetic biology products. Responsibilities will also include managing production timelines. This individual will work with a team of lab Research Associates, scientists and automation engineers to ensure delivery on DNA production goals.
This is a full time, on-site position. The RA reports to the Team Lead, DNA Production and Services.
What You Will Do
Technical Operations:
- Execute production processes on a daily basis
- Perform daily production processes according to established Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) protocols
- Keep detailed records of activities via in-house LIMS and electronic lab notebook systems
Project Management:
- Communicate internally with Research Associates, Team Leads and other members of the team to monitor and push through the daily production schedule and assign tasks to ensure production timelines are met
- Ensure timely turnaround time of “Rush Orders”
Collaboration and Partnership:
- Participate in development and revisions of SOPs when required in order to ensure efficient delivery of high-quality results and products
- Collaborate with scientists and software product managers to adapt new workflows to drive continuous improvements and efficiencies within DNA services, demonstrating flexibility, creativity, and accountability.
- Provide training to junior staff members
Inventory and Maintenance:
- Work with the lab manager to maintain inventory of consumables for the DNA Production and Services Team to ensure materials are adequately stocked at all times
- Prepare molecular biology related stock solutions and media as required
What We Are Looking For
Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree in molecular biology, microbiology, chemistry, biophysics, biotechnology, biochemistry or related scientific or technical field, or equivalent experience
Experience:
- At least 1+ years experience working in a Biotech, and preferably a production setting
- Experience purifying plasmid DNA from E. coli
- Experience in implementation and refinement of processes preferred
- Experience with laboratory automation systems preferred
- Experience with planning and executing PCR and cloning experiments helpful
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Demonstrated competence in the execution of standard microbial culture and isolation techniques, and the execution of standard molecular biology techniques
- Practical knowledge of high-throughput biological processes
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate
- Ability to execute and thrive in a fast paced, dynamic startup environment
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
- Fast-paced environment with a high volume of work to be completed daily
- Daily repetitive motions and manual manipulation (electronic and manual pipetting)
- Ability to lift, push, pull up to 20 pounds on an occasional basis
Compensation Range: The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $60,000 and $80,000 per year; base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and years of experience. We typically target mid-range for well-qualified candidates. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including equity and full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. Following employment, growth beyond the hiring range is possible based on performance.
Opentrons Labworks Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected for the requisition or the requisition has a sufficient number of applications.
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