Sequencing Applications Scientist Job at Nesco Resource, Pleasanton, CA

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  • Nesco Resource
  • Pleasanton, CA

Job Description

This role will be performed daily onsite

Sequencing Workflows and Applications Scientist I/Scientist II/Senior Scientist Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Sequencing Workflows and Applications team at Roche Sequencing Solutions is seeking a scientist to contribute to the research and early development of new reagents, workflows and assay solutions in the field of Next Generation Sequencing (NGS). The qualified candidate will have experience in NGS workflow optimisation with hands-on experience in nucleic acid extraction, library preparation, target enrichment, sequencing, and data analysis.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The successful candidate should have a background in molecular biology and human disease related fields, with hands-on experience designing, optimizing and validating NGS base workflows.
Accurately and consistently records experimental methods, materials and results in electronic laboratory notebooks.
Analyzes data, evaluates results, forms conclusions, and determines future experiments.
Uses broad knowledge of molecular biology technique to proactively troubleshoot assays, resolve technical issues and challenges, and perform data interpretation.
Presents work including scientific background information and project updates at internal staff meetings and at cross-functional team meetings.
Establishes and maintains productive relationships with personnel in Development; orients and trains new R&D personnel as needed.
Writes and implements standard operating procedures (SOP).

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree in Biological/Life Sciences, Chemistry, Biochemistry or related field
Sr. Scientist - minimum BS degree with 6 years or MS with 3 years of relevant industry experience.
Strong molecular biology background.
Experience in assay design, optimization, validation, experimental design, data analysis, and presentation.
Experience performing next-generation sequencing methods (Exome, whole genome, RNA sequencing).
Excellent communication skills.

Preferred
Next-generation sequencing using Illumina instruments such as NovaSeq, HiSeq, Nextseq, MiSeq
Previous experience in analysis and interpretation of NGS data is a plus.
Previous experience with different genomics analysis technologies such as microarrays, real time PCR and ancillary equipment for quality control and validation is a plus.
Understanding of oncology biology

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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