Research Associate DNA Lab Operation

The associate also contributes to preventive maintenance troubleshooting supply readiness and continuous improvement of laboratory systems including automation platforms liquid handlers and PCR-based production addition this role supports project setup internal client communication production metric review and training activities. The ideal candidate brings strong DNA laboratory experience excellent organization and record-keeping skills attention to detail and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced research environment.

Essential Duties

High-Throughput Plant Genotyping Production Systems Maintenance Support and Process Innovation

Coordinate oversee and provide hands-on execution and adherence to preventive maintenance plans and activities
Provide fault-reaction and problem solving to any instrument and system issues that may emerge and compromise production
Contribute to advancing lab process and systems innovation initiatives in coordination with production work and in partnership with other team members and lab lead
Contribute to managing supplies and other Lab critical elements as established to assure production stability and continuity

Genotyping and other production assignments

Directly conduct any and all aspects of production genotyping work with other team members to attain target production volumes and due dates
Provide technical support training and/or oversight of work conducted by Assistants Technicians and seasonal staff working in the lab.

Workload and Assignment Coordination

Coordinate schedule monitor and adjust work schedules and activities interfacing with other team members and team lead to maximize productivity and meet group deadlines

Projects and Internal Client Interface

Oversee project creation and advancement process contribute to managing internal client relations communications & training in coordination with lab lead.
Interpret key project and production metrics analytics to contribute to continual assessment

Education/Qualification

High-Throughput Genotyping Lab Experience

• 5 years of demonstrated advanced DNA genotyping lab experience. Familiarity with endpoint DNA marker technologies SNPs and assay library management

Education

• B.S degree in Biological or related fields
• M.S. degree in Biological or related fields

People Leadership

• Demonstrated experience in leading supervision coaching or mentoring others in technical aspects and processes such as lab production. Team leadership skill.

Lab Automation Systems

• Familiarity and demonstrated experience with advanced laboratory systems liquid handlers liquid handler scripting laboratory LIMs systems and high-throughput PCR instrumentation. Strong technical skills; familiarity with basic pneumatic electronic lab instrument systems.
• Strong computer data management and analysis

Work Communication and Interpersonal skills

• Strong organizational and record keeping skills; effective verbal and written communication; excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills. Comfortable with multitasking; strong organization and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Other Requirements:

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work standing up with high mobility in a fast-paced laboratory environment. This position is 100% onsite and will require extended hours and weekend work during peak workloads.

Travel

• Possible sporadic international and/or regional travel.

Experience in Lab Automation

• Preferred Prior work experience with DNA laboratory automation

Languages Preferred Bilingual Spanish/English

Work Environment:

Expected to perform the essential functions responsibilities and physical requirements of this role with or without reasonable accommodation within the described work environment.

• Individuals may need to sit or stand as needed and work in typical laboratory environments.

RiceTec Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing qualified applicants consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation gender identity disability protected veteran status or any other applicable federal or state-protected classification.

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