NGS Laboratory Technician
Company: Variantyx
Location: Framingham
Posted on: May 10, 2022
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Job Description:
The NGS Laboratory Technician performs high complexity
laboratory testing on patient specimens across various assays and
platforms. This role will be performing quality control and quality
assurance procedures while complying with all applicable local,
state and federal laboratory requirements. -Including CAP/CLIA and
NY State Requirements. This is an on-site position in Framingham,
MA, Full time with optional weekend shifts.
Responsibilities Include:
Processing specimens for high complexity testing using automated
systems and/or manual procedures in accordance with the
laboratory's standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Accession samples in LIMS.
Process specimens utilizing Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) as
well as other sequencing and assay platforms.
Some of the processes: DNA isolation - Manual and Automated,
Generate NGS libraries, Manual and Automated, PCR amplification,
NGS using Illumina NovaSeq6000 and Nanopore PromethION platforms,
data analysis, tissue, and cell culture.
Maintain strict standards of quality.
Assist in general upkeep of the laboratory.
Maintain laboratory supplies and inventory.
Write, review, and maintain SOPs and Policies.
Participate in quality control and quality assurance
activities.
Maintain laboratory equipment and instruments according to
SOPs.
Participate in continuing education.
Other duties as assigned by the Laboratory Supervisor.
Position requirements:
Education:
A BSc, MSc in life sciences/Biology/Molecular Biology/Biochemistry
or related field.
Experience:
Minimum 1 year experience in a high complexity molecular diagnostic
laboratory
Experience utilizing general laboratory equipment, such as
micro-pipettes, qPCR instrumentation, thermal cyclers,
Tapestations, and Sequencers.
Experience with next generation sequencing preferably Illumina
instrumentation is highly desirable.
Basic understanding of genetics.
Proficiency in PCR and molecular biology techniques.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Ability to multitask is highly desirable.
Must possess excellent computer literacy skills (MS Word, Excel,
Power Point).
Experience in NGS data analysis/bioinformatics is highly
desirable.
Experience in automation is highly desirable.
Able to organize, prioritize, and delegate tasks to efficiently
move projects forward.
Location:
This is an on-site position in Framingham, MA, Full time with
optional weekend shifts.
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