Research Associate I/II

The role

You will develop and validate clinical-grade assays to measure complex, blood-based analytes. You will use next-generation-sequencing-based analyses of DNA in a regulated, high-throughput environment.

What you will do

• Apply knowledge of molecular biology, nucleic-acid biochemistry, and next-generation sequencing to develop assays for DNA.
• Characterize automated assays by generating and analyzing experimental data.
• Gather high-quality data, take detailed notes, and openly communicate on lessons learned while performing experiments.
• Collaborate with research team and computational biologists to analyze data and generate study conclusions.
• Present data in cross functional teams.
• Participate in troubleshooting efforts and design experiments with some supervisor guidance.
• Help with process improvements across the lab.

Required qualifications

• Bachelors with 1+ years of relevant industry experience or Masters in molecular biology, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience in NGS based assay development including sample preparation, library preparation, target capture, and sequencing.
• Biological understanding of human cell-free nucleic acids, single-cell analysis methods, immunology, and/or cancer biology.
• High attention to detail and ability to record accurate and detailed observations, assess impact, and perform troubleshooting as required.
• Flexible and highly motivated to learn new skills and comfortable adapting to changing priorities.
• Ability to manual pipette with high confidence, accuracy, and precision.
• Clear and proactive communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with team members in the same and adjacent disciplines.

Nice to have

• Experience working in a regulated laboratory environment (CLIA, GLP/GCLP, IVD development).
• Experience with automated platforms in plate-based, low-volume formats and/or microfluidics and experience working with automated liquid handlers.
• Experience using ELN (electronic lab notebook) and LIMS (lab information management system).
• Familiarity with programing in a scientific programming language (e.g., Python or R).

Benefits

• Equity
• Cash bonuses
• Medical benefits
• Financial benefits
• Other benefits

About the company

Freenome helps develop assay technologies used to analyze patient samples to contribute to the mission of early detection and intervention in human disease.