An opportunity has arisen in our Oxford based Research Development team for an NGS Scientist. Reporting to the Head of Development, you will play an integral role in all aspects of new product development including laboratory preparation, sequencing, bioinformatics, and data interpretation. You will have the opportunity to make a significant contribution to the development of our NGS capabilities and portfolio.This role is suited to someone who wants to perform lab-based research and innovative development work whilst working in a commercial environment.What you’ll be doing for us:
Assisting with the introduction of new products, technologies and methodologies which either increase existing efficiencies or expand the product portfolio
Finding solutions for and implementing methods to resolve Company scientific/technical issues
Planning and conducting experiments and analysing results
Maintaining integrity of sequencing data, including troubleshooting, problem identification, resolution, and communication
Writing experimental methods and results using quality guidelines in a logical and concise manner
Attending RD meetings, reporting on work progress and presenting findings
Ensuring a smooth flow of information between RD and other departments
Keeping up to date with relevant scientific and technical developments to disseminate any new information which may benefit the Company
Producing all required documents for relevant technical transfers.
What we are looking for in you:
Be qualified to a minimum of BSc, up to PhD, or equivalent in Life Sciences with demonstrable experience in sequencing based molecular approaches, design and development of molecular biology assays (NGS and others)
Demonstrate hands-on experience of targeted NGS assay workflow execution (DNA to sequencer) and operation of different sequencing technologies
Be an effective communicator both in writing and verbally
Have effective IT skills enabling you to summarise and present complex datasets
Be well organised in your approach to work, with good time management
Be able to multitask effective and perform complex studies in parallel with minimal supervision to agreed deadlines
Have the tenacity and desire to understand and persevere with obtaining results
Expected salary
Location
Oxford
Job date
Sun, 04 Aug 2024 04:17:39 GMT
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