Research Associate - (San Mateo, CA)

Method Research: invent assay methodologies that will enable expansion into new target markets Assay Development: develop new assay chemistries with the goal of minimizing cost and turnaround time while maintaining accuracy Sequencing Protocol Design: design panels for the latest sequence capture methods and optimize protocols for targeted clinical sequencing assays About you You have a BA/BS or MS in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry (or similar field), and/or two or more years of full time background working in a laboratory utilizing molecular biology techniques. Previous background working with minimal supervision is a plus. Able to accurately document your work and effectively communicate progress in written and verbal form. You are quantitative-minded and know your way around a computer. Actual programming background and/or training in statistics is desirable. You are familiar with next-gen sequencing protocols and operation of Illumina or Ion Torrent instruments.