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Position at Neochromosome
Job Title: Research Associate I or II (Temporary)
Reports to: Foundry Senior Scientist II
Direct Reports: None
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Location: Innolabs - Long Island City, NY
*Role requires the candidate to be on-site 100% of the time. Candidates must reside in NY state.
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. Learn more at https://www.opentronslabworks.com/.
About the Role
As a Research Associate I or II (Temp) in Neochromosome's genome-scale cell engineering Foundry, you will be responsible for carrying out wet lab experiments to support Neo's growing DNA Services manufacturing operations as well as R&D needs. This individual will work with a team of scientists, Research Associates and automation engineers to ensure delivery on production goals.
Note: This is a temporary position (3-6 months) with the potential of extending or becoming permanent, at discretion of the employer.
What You Will Do
• Contribute to DNA scale up production activities to ensure daily project deliverables are met
• Work closely with a team of scientists and automation experts to meet timelines
• Contribute to efforts to establish and implement standard operating procedures for DNA manufacturing
• Contribute to lab experiments for the development, validation, and day-to-day operation of automated protocols and workflows
• Contribute to lab day-to-day operations (media prep, inventory etc.)
• Operate automated instrumentation for high throughput workflows
• Track experimental progress using a custom Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and electronic lab notebooks
• Provide training to junior members of the team
• Be one team, demonstrate a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
The RA I or II (Temp) will report to the Foundry Senior Scientist II.
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
Required Experience:
• Minimum of 1 year practical experience in an industry or academic microbiology laboratory required
• Experience with DNA extraction required
• Experience with planning and executing PCR experiments required
• Experience developing experimental workflows and standard operating procedures preferred
Preferred Experience
• Experience with planning and executing cloning experiments preferred
• Experience with laboratory automation systems preferred
• Experience with plasmid editing software (e.g. Ape, Snapgene) preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated experience working in a team environment
• Ability to execute and thrive in a dynamic startup environment
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
• This role will require the candidate to be on-site daily
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds
Compensation Range: The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $28.85 and $38.46 per hour; however 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.
Opentrons 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.
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Position at Neochromosome
Job Title: Research Associate I or II (Temporary)
Reports to: Foundry Senior Scientist II
Direct Reports: None
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Location: Innolabs - Long Island City, NY
*Role requires the candidate to be on-site 100% of the time. Candidates must reside in NY state.
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. Learn more at https://www.opentronslabworks.com/.
About the Role
As a Research Associate I or II (Temp) in Neochromosome's genome-scale cell engineering Foundry, you will be responsible for carrying out wet lab experiments to support Neo's growing DNA Services manufacturing operations as well as R&D needs. This individual will work with a team of scientists, Research Associates and automation engineers to ensure delivery on production goals.
Note: This is a temporary position (3-6 months) with the potential of extending or becoming permanent, at discretion of the employer.
What You Will Do
• Contribute to DNA scale up production activities to ensure daily project deliverables are met
• Work closely with a team of scientists and automation experts to meet timelines
• Contribute to efforts to establish and implement standard operating procedures for DNA manufacturing
• Contribute to lab experiments for the development, validation, and day-to-day operation of automated protocols and workflows
• Contribute to lab day-to-day operations (media prep, inventory etc.)
• Operate automated instrumentation for high throughput workflows
• Track experimental progress using a custom Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and electronic lab notebooks
• Provide training to junior members of the team
• Be one team, demonstrate a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
The RA I or II (Temp) will report to the Foundry Senior Scientist II.
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
Required Experience:
• Minimum of 1 year practical experience in an industry or academic microbiology laboratory required
• Experience with DNA extraction required
• Experience with planning and executing PCR experiments required
• Experience developing experimental workflows and standard operating procedures preferred
Preferred Experience
• Experience with planning and executing cloning experiments preferred
• Experience with laboratory automation systems preferred
• Experience with plasmid editing software (e.g. Ape, Snapgene) preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated experience working in a team environment
• Ability to execute and thrive in a dynamic startup environment
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
• This role will require the candidate to be on-site daily
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds
Compensation Range: The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $28.85 and $38.46 per hour; however 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.
Opentrons 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.
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