Job Description
A client is seeking a lab technician in the Livingston, NJ area. The ideal candidate will have at least one year experience (academic or industry) working in a lab environment. They will be on a team of about 10 other technicians. This team is responsible for genetic testing of gene disorders. This individual will be responsible for logging and tracking patient samples for both genomics carrier screening and molecular lab single gene samples, preparing samples for testing and purifying sample DNA, participating in research projects on alternative molecular approaches of gene testing and gene expression analysis such as Karyomapping, performing SNP based assay, and documenting results. Other tasks include coordination, communication and collaboration with other members of the team. This role will be M-F 7am-3:30pm
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Required Skills & Experience
- Internship, academic, or working experience in a lab
- Motivated & determined attitude, ability to work and collaborate with a team
-Undergraduate degree in Biology, Micro-Biology, Bio-Chemistry, Genetics or related fields
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
-Sanger sequencing experience
-SNP based assay experience
-Previous PCR experience
-Experience working with a 37-30 or 3500 genetic analyzer
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.