Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) is seeking a Scientist - Onsite position with a Global Biotechnology Company located in South San Francisco, CA. This is an 18+ month contract opportunity. The ideal candidate is a hands-on Scientist with a strong background in Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS), epigenomics, and computational biology. This role requires a combination of wet-lab (hands-on laboratory) and dry-lab (computational analysis) experience. The scientist will work with a research team to execute experiments and generate high-quality data using cutting-edge genomic analysis platforms.
Responsibilities: - Perform nucleic acid isolation and QC, qPCR/dPCR/ddPCR, and NGS library construction, including standard and high throughput RNA-seq (e.g. DRUG-seq) as well as ChIP-seq or CUT&RUN
- Process NGS data and perform quality control
- Operate high-throughput sequencers, sample quality control instruments, and automated liquid handlers
- Handle maintenance of instruments and common laboratory material stocks
- Organize and clearly document experimental samples and projects in an ELN
Requirements: - Doctoral degree in molecular biology, biochemistry, genomics, or related fields OR Master's degree and at least 2 years of scientific experience OR Bachelor's degree and 4 years of experience
- Hands-on NGS library preparation and construction experience
- Experience with ChIP-seq, CUT&RUN, or related epigenomics techniques
- Experience using R and/or Python programming languages for computational biology, sequencing data analysis, and quality control
Desired skills: - Familiarity with BRAVO automation
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to work well in teams
- Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills in generating high-quality NGS data
- Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects
- Adept with spreadsheet and word processing software
- Experience with NGS sequencing, computational data processing, and gene perturbation
Pay range: up to $42.16 per hour
Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) employees will be considered for this position. If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, apply today! Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) ApTask Global Workforce (AGW) is a certified Minority and Veteran workforce solutions company. AGW delivers operational, clinical, lab and professional talent with a strong focus on healthcare and life sciences. The company supports clients with reliable staffing, program expertise and a commitment to quality, speed and consistent delivery.
Benefits of working with ApTask Global Workforce include: - Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
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ApTask Global Workforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.
