Genentech USA · 20 hours ago
Research Laboratory Technician
San Francisco Bay Area
Contract
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expGenentech USA is seeking a highly talented and passionate Research Technician II for a cutting-edge project in the Computational Sciences Center of Excellence. The successful candidate will execute advanced molecular biology and high-content screening experiments in functional genomics, supporting massively parallel reporter assay screens and communicating results to iterate on experimental design.
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Hiring Manager
Jessica Wang
Responsibilities
Execute advanced molecular biology and high-content screening experiments in functional genomics
Support massively parallel reporter assay (MPRA) screens in a variety of cell types to facilitate building datasets for machine learning models
Communicate results and iterate on experimental design
Qualification
Required
Have a Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. degree in Biology, Genetics, biomedical engineering, or related field with 2-5 years of experience
Be well-versed in designing and executing cell and molecular biology experiments and interpreting data
Perform complex genomics protocols, including custom DNA/RNA amplicon preparation/sequencing, massively parallel reporter assay (MPRA) experience preferred
Must have primary cell culture experience
Execute molecular biology protocols, including molecular cloning, flow cytometry, and quantitative PCR
Particular experience in one or more of viral vector technology (lentivirus), NGS library design/generation, and scRNA-seq/scMPRA
Be self-motivated, analytical, highly organized, and have great communication and interpersonal skills
Contribute to team-based science and technology development
Demonstrate a passion for science and eagerness to learn
Primary cell culture experience required
Molecular biology experience required
Preferred
massively parallel reporter assay (MPRA) experience preferred
iPSC and/or T cell culture preferred
Genomics experience preferred
Lentivirus, transfection experience preferred
Benefits
An opportunity to gain expertise in state-of-the-art technologies and pioneering research
Strong exposure in the field of functional genomics and pooled genetic screening
Participation in seminar series featuring academic and industry scientists
Mentoring to further develop professional skills and career
Company
Genentech USA
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase