Staff Associate I – (NextGen/Single-Cell Core) Full-time NEW

The Judith Sulzberger Genome Center and Single-Cell Core within the Department of Systems Biology are seeking a candidate for the open Staff Associate I position to carry out sophisticated and cutting-edge experiments. Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Sample processing, experimental design, and planning
• Provide expert technical guidance to postdoctoral researchers and faculty
• Manage Aviti and Nanopore user base, inventory, and training of new users
• Attend the laboratory needs of NextGen and Single-Cell Cores which include lab management, ordering, inventory management, financial management, IT coordination, equiptment repair and maintenance, comliance, updating and maintaing research protocols, training updates, and certifications.

Functional Knowledge – 30%

• Knowledge and understanding of the field of Next-generation sequencing and scientific methods of analysis. 

Problem Solving – 10%

• Utilizes analytical  skills to solve moderately complex problems based on guidelines, protocols, and procedures.  

Decision Making/Autonomy – 10%

• Works within guidelines to carry out assigned duties in the design of apparatus, the adaptation of relevant technology to the needs of a project, the conduct of specific experiments, and the analysis of data.  

Technical Expertise – 30%

• Ability to operate and maintain equipment, computers, software programs, and research tools in support of the project.

Communication – 20%

• Shares information and confirmation of datawith other lab personnel.

• Bachelor’s degree in specific research field required.
• 4 years of experience preferred.
• Knowledge of pipetting techniques, running enzymatic reactions, documentation, and sample tracking preferred.