What are the responsibilities and job description for the Postdoctoral Fellowship, Sequencing Applications position at New England Biolabs, Inc.?
About NEB New England Biolabs® is a different kind of biotechnology company – we are a community of scientists, innovators and collaborators driven by a shared mission to advance science for the benefit of society. Founded in 1974 with a deep commitment to research excellence and environmental stewardship, NEB® has become a global leader in the discovery and production of enzymes for molecular biology applications. Our reagents are trusted by researchers worldwide for their quality and reliability and have played a critical role in breakthroughs across genomics, proteomics, diagnostics and academic research. With a corporate culture rooted in passion, humility and authenticity, we offer a dynamic and inclusive workplace where creativity thrives, voices are heard, and personal growth is celebrated. Whether you are interested in pursuing a research career or supporting our mission through other roles, joining NEB means contributing to meaningful scientific progress in a collaborative, campus-like environment that values both innovation and integrity. The Role New England Biolabs is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow interested in applying sequencing library preparation and data analysis methods to societally relevant clinical and molecular biology questions. The successful candidate will collaborate with NEB and external scientists to develop and apply high throughput sequencing methods to challenging problems, sharing findings internally, at scientific conferences, and in peer-reviewed publications. How you’ll contribute: Answer interesting and relevant scientific questions using next generation sequencing applications Collaborate with academic and/or industrial partners/thought leaders to inform project design and strategy Develop and apply data analysis and visualization strategies Publish results in open-access journals Required Qualifications and Experience: Ph.D. in a biological field with experience preparing libraries for high-throughput sequencing and an interest in data analysis. Exceptional candidates with a doctoral degree in computational biology/bioinformatics with significant bench experience will be considered. Demonstrated scientific communication skills Strong work ethic, emphasizing both efficiency and quality of work Evidence of both wet lab and data analysis experience Integrity, perseverance, and collaborative nature What will make you stand out: Software development skills Cluster computing experience Specialization in immunology Submission of a cover letter is highly encouraged Estimated base salary for a Postdoctoral Fellow $74,000 Careers in Life Sciences | NEB Base salary decisions depend on several factors, including, but not limited to, individual qualifications, job location, internal equity, and market data alignment. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled/veterans New England Biolabs is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, New England Biolabs considers applicants for employment without regard to and does not discriminate on the basis of any category protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws and regulations. More in-depth details of EEO are available here. Information regarding New England Biolabs' commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion can be found here. New England Biolabs is a participating employer in the Employment Verification (E-Verify) program. If you need an accommodation for any part of the employment process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an email to hr@neb.com or call 978-927-5054 to let us know the nature of your request. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Employment at NEB offers a challenging and creative work environment in a state-of-the-art research and production facility, with a team of exceptional scientists and professional staff. The NEB culture emphasizes personal and professional growth through creativity, teamwork, respect and responsibility, while maintaining a casual campus-like working environment. Our diverse and talented team of scientists enjoy a collaborative research environment with much of the freedom and intellectual challenge of academia. Our unique corporate philosophy encourages dialogue and innovation. NEB’s philosophy can be distilled down to three core values: passion, humility and being genuine.
Salary : $74,000