Title: Biotechnology Associate II Location: West Haven, CT Schedule: 37.5 M-F, occasional weekend and evening hours Type: Direct HireResponsibilities:
- Manages the daily activities of a research resource laboratory. Oversees the scheduling, use, and availability of instrumentation, supplies, and specialized work areas.
- Carries out biotechnology research design, develop, and modify procedures and instrument operating programs.
- Develops, interprets, and analyzes the results of biotechnological analyses and/or syntheses.
- Investigates, analyzes, and evaluates alternative instrumentation, methodologies and techniques to maintain a state-of-the-art biotechnology resource laboratory.
- Recommends and develops new protocols and initiates and adapts new techniques to resolve problems.
- Conducts research to determine the feasibility and scope of providing new/revised services. Develops and evaluates new techniques and equipment.
- Prepares budgets and reports pertaining to laboratory costs and income.
- Determines and establishes policies and procedures on laboratory safety consistent with safety regulations.
- May perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- Master's Degree in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, or other related discipline and three years of experience or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
- In-depth knowledge in molecular biology
- Experience with next-generation sequencing technologies and prior experience with lab automation
- Prior experience managing lab staff and/or projects
- Experience in operation of sequencers, library preparation for sequencing and using data analysis pipeline is desirable.
- Proficiency with basic computer programs such as Word, Excel.
- Excellent oral and written communications skills. Strong interpersonal, organizational and customer service skills with the ability to multi-task.
- Ability to be proactive with strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
Position offers the opportunity to work with a world class team, competitive salary, benefits and paid time off.#m3