R&D Molecular Associate

Passionate about precision medicine and advancing the healthcare industry?

Recent advancements in underlying technology have finally made it possible for AI to impact clinical care in a meaningful way. Tempus' proprietary platform connects an entire ecosystem of real-world evidence to deliver real-time, actionable insights to physicians, providing critical information about the right treatments for the right patients, at the right time.

We are looking for a Sr. Research Associate to support the development of new tests and processes for deployment in our clinical NGS lab. Supporting Lead Scientists, this role involves the execution of advanced molecular techniques toward the development of the most advanced sequencing platform in cancer care.

What You’ll Do

• Under the guidance of senior scientific staff, support the assay development of cutting-edge molecular assays for our high-throughput CAP/ CLIA/ NYSDOH accredited clinical lab
• Assist in troubleshooting and quality control initiatives
• Assist with testing and development of automated processes enabling automation and scale up of manual protocols
• Execute molecular protocols with a high degree of precision and attention to detail
• Generate detailed documentation of experimental execution
• Process clinical samples through wet lab workflows
• Development of new or alternate methods, reagents, equipment and processes for continuous improvement
• Experimental design, data analysis, writing SOP’s, generating reports and presentations
• Travel within US 1-3 times per year
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 3 years’ experience in a molecular lab in Biotech
• Highly organized and systematic, superb attention to detail and ability to complete tasks with a high degree of accuracy
• Proven ability to learn new skills quickly and adapt to new processes smoothly
• Hands-on experience with any of the following molecular methods is highly desired:
• Library preparation methods for NGS
• DNA hybrid capture
• PCR methods such as: PCR, qPCR, RT-PCR, ddPCR
• Nucleic acid ligations
• Nucleic acid analysis such as: quantitation by absorbance/fluorescence, capillary electrophoresis
• Magnetic bead-based DNA/RNA purification and size selection
  

Highly Desirable

• Hands on experience with Next Generation Sequencing
• Hands on experience with robotics and automated liquid handling systems
• Knowledge of LIMS platforms and various computer systems
  
  

The expected salary range below is applicable if the role is performed from [Illinois] and may vary for other locations. Actual salary may vary based on qualifications and experience. Tempus offers a full range of benefits, which may include incentive compensation, restricted stock units, medical and other benefits, depending on the position.

Illinois Pay Range

$50,000—$65,000 USD

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Additionally, for remote roles open to individuals in unincorporated Los Angeles – including remote roles- Tempus reasonably believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment: engaging positively with customers and other employees; accessing confidential information, including intellectual property, trade secrets, and protected health information; and appropriately handling such information in accordance with legal and ethical standards. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.