What are the responsibilities and job description for the NGS Analyst I position at Othram Inc.?
NGS Analyst I, II, or III
Job Purpose:
The NGS DNA Analyst job’s focus is on preparing extracts for library preparation, performing library preparation, and next-generation DNA sequencing.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Successful performance will require that the individual:
- Adhere to ISO 17025 requirements, safety protocols, and SOPs.
- Perform DNA quantitation and other QC assays.
- Performs library preparation and other remediation techniques
- Helps maintain chain of custody of evidence
- Participate in the development, validation, and implementation of new analytical techniques.
- Operate and maintain laboratory equipment.
- Monitor and maintain laboratory supplies and reagents inventory.
- Maintain confidentiality and security of sensitive information.
- Provide expert witness testimony in court if necessary.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications :
NGS Analyst I
Bachelor’s degree in molecular biology, statistics and or population genetics, forensic sciences, biochemistry, chemistry, or related field.
A minimum of 1 years of laboratory experience in NGS sequencing and/or library preparation.
Excellent organizational skills
NGS Analyst II
All of the qualifications for NGS Analyst I except;
A minimum of 3 years of laboratory experience in NGS sequencing and/or library preparation.
NGS Analyst III
All of the qualifications for NGS Analyst I except;
A minimum of 6 years of laboratory experience in NGS sequencing and/or library preparation.
A graduate degree can replace up to 2 years of laboratory experience.
Working Conditions:
An NGS DNA Analyst’s work is performed in a laboratory with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards such as blood and other biological fluids.
Requires reading/viewing potentially disturbing case file materials.
As an NGS DNA Analyst, you may be required to present findings in a courtroom setting.
The position requires occasional long hours, work on the evenings, weekends, and holidays along with the possibility of domestic travel to support business and/or scientific objectives.
Physical Requirements:
Physical presence at Othram’s laboratory facilities located in The Woodlands, TX during regular business hours Monday through Friday.
Position requires standing, repetitive motion (pipetting), and lifting up to 75 pounds.