Sequencing Technician

About the Company

At the Ellison Institute of Technology (EIT), we’re on a mission to translate scientific discovery into real world impact. We bring together visionary scientists, technologists, engineers, researchers, educators and innovators to tackle humanity’s greatest challenges in four transformative areas: Health, Food Security, Climate Change, and AI & Robotics.

Responsibilities

• Support routine sequencing workflows following established protocols
• Perform sample receipt, logging, and QC workflows
• Conduct nucleic acid quantification and qPCR assays
• Support library preparation and sequencing run preparation
• Manage microbiology culture and culture enumeration
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and sample tracking documentation
• Assist with inventory management, reagent preparation, and consumable ordering
• Support laboratory housekeeping and equipment maintenance
• Work in accordance with laboratory health and safety and HTA requirements

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in molecular biology, microbiology, biomedical sciences, or a related field
• Minimum 1 year of practical laboratory experience
• Basic molecular biology laboratory skills
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures accurately
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency in basic IT skills including spreadsheets

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with qPCR or nucleic acid quantification methods
• Exposure to sequencing workflows or technologies
• Experience in a regulated or high-throughput laboratory environment
• Familiarity with sample tracking or laboratory record systems
• Basic microbiology laboratory experience