Genomics Lab Technician

About the Company

Parse Biosciences, a QIAGEN company, is a global life sciences company whose mission is to accelerate progress in human health and scientific research. Empowering researchers to perform single cell sequencing with unprecedented scale and ease, its pioneering approach has enabled groundbreaking discoveries in cancer treatment, tissue repair, stem cell therapy, kidney and liver disease, brain development, and the immune system.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, clean, and efficient work environment
• Receive, inspect, and log lab specimens, handling all personally identifiable information with extreme care
• Perform cell and/or nuclei fixation following standard operating procedures
• Use techniques such as cell counting and electrophoresis to analyze in-process samples
• Prepare libraries using Parse’s split-pool combinatorial barcoding process
• Operate and support automated laboratory systems used for Next Generation Sequencing
• Maintain accurate batch records and perform required administrative tasks following Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and adhere to Good Clinical Laboratory Practices (GCLP)

Requirements

• B.S./B.A. in a relevant field with 3+ years of hands-on wet lab experience, or Associate’s degree with 5+ years of relevant experience
• Demonstrated ability to perform common molecular biology or chemistry lab techniques
• Experience using Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) such as Illumina or Ultima platforms
• Experience using Lab Automation such as Hamilton platforms preferred
• Meticulous adherence to policies, procedures, and established protocols
• Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize work
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic lab environment

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and Rx coverage
• 401(k) program with no waiting period
• Basic life insurance and short/long-term disability coverage
• Flexible spending account (FSA) options
• Transportation program (Seattle only)
• 12 paid holidays annually and generous time off policy