Research Associate I / II, Multiomics (12 month contract)

The role

You will support the operation of a multiomics facility in Cambridge. This involves managing genomics workflows, maintaining instrumentation, and providing technical assistance to the science community.

What you will do

• Support the operation of a multiomics facility focusing on genomics workflows.
• Provide technical assistance on sequencers, automation, and molecular biology techniques.
• Act as a subject matter expert in genomics workflows for experimental design.
• Maintain Hub instrumentation including sequencers, single cell isolation, and lab automation.
• Liaise with vendors and suppliers, purchase consumables, and maintain laboratory stock.
• Write SOP and risk assessments.
• Create and maintain records in electronic laboratory notebook systems.
• Contribute to writing and dissemination of research results.
• Communicate current workflows and new ideas to the team.

Required qualifications

• BSc / MSc in relevant field (e.g., molecular biology, biochemistry)
• Experience in laboratory operations and workflows in a genomics laboratory
• Hands-on knowledge of common library prep and sequencing technologies
• Knowledge to provide help in designing single cell experiments
• Knowledge and first-hand experience in NGS library prep
• Knowledge and first-hand experience in DNA / RNA extraction methods and measurement techniques (Qubit / TapeStation)
• Knowledge and first-hand experience in genomics-focused liquid handlers and automation
• Knowledge and first-hand experience in single cell genomics methods
• Knowledge and first-hand experience in LIMS / data management

Nice to have

• Experience of single cell isolation and or spatial-omic technologies

About the company

Altos Labs is a biotech company whose mission is to restore cell health and resilience through cell rejuvenation. Exceptional scientists and industry leaders work together to advance this shared mission.