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Next Generation Sequencing Research Specialist

Field: Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Next Generation Sequencing

Description:

The Centre of New Technologies is looking for a highly motivated person to operate of the Next Generation Sequencing Core Facility, which is a high throughput laboratory providing cutting edge next generation technologies to the Center of New Technologies – University of Warsaw.

Scientific discipline: Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Next Generation Sequencing

Job type (employment contract/stipend): employment contract

Number of job offers: 1

Remuneration/stipend amount/month: salary adequate to the level of experience

Position starts on: As soon as possible

Institution: Centre of New Technologies, University of Warsaw

 

KEY ROLES/RESPONSIBILITIES

The Research Specialist will be responsible for:

  • Assisting with Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) as part of the core facility’s operation; current platforms include the NovaSeq 6000 system (Illumina);
  • Managing ongoing daily activities including sequencer set up, maintenance of equipment, freezer management, use of established protocols, sample quality control and troubleshooting of problems with direct coordination of the supervisor;
  • Cooperating with scientists and external parties, including commercial entities; demonstrating activity in the implementation of scientific projects and provision of commercial services;
  • Adhering to strict safety protocols and may require the use of personal protective equipment.

 BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

  • MSc graduate in Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology or Chemistry-related.

 PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • PhD degree or a strong relevant experience in biomedical science / bioinformatics / math / computer science-related field;
  • Molecular biology experience with NGS, sample and library quality control, and sequencing machine set up;
  • Proficiency utilizing onboard sequencer set up, core or service facility experience;
  • Experience with multiple next generation sequencing platforms, including Illumina NextSeq or HiSeq;
  • Experience with sample preparation for NGS sequencing.

Expected Competencies:

  • Strong organizational skills;
  • Experience with basic molecular biology techniques and working knowledge of basic computer skills: Microsoft Office, especially Excel. The ideal candidate must have the ability to organize, track and utilize reagents and samples for high-throughput analysis in support of genomic studies and in DNA sequencing, data review and stringent record keeping.

Required documents:

  • CV,
  • Cover letter,
  • Reference contacts.

We offer:

  • Attractive salary adequate to presented skills and experience;
  • Stable employment.

Please submit the following documents to: infrastruktura@cent.uw.edu.pl.

Application deadline: 23rd December 2018.

We will contact selected candidates only.

For more details about the position please contact us via infrastruktura@cent.uw.edu.pl.

 

Please include in your offer:

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I have been informed of my rights and duties. I understand that provision of my personal data is voluntary.”

 

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  1. The Controller of your personal data is the University of Warsaw with its registered office at Krakowskie Przedmieście 26/28, 00-927 Warszawa;
  2. The Controller has designated the Data Protection Officer who supervises the processing of personal data, and who can be contacted via the following e-mail address: iod@adm.uw.edu.pl;
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  5. Provision of data in the scope stipulated in the Labor Code is mandatory, and the remaining data are processed according to your consent for processing of personal data;
  6. The data will not be shared with any external entities;
  7. The data will be stored until you withdraw your consent for processing of personal data;
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Deadline: 28/02/2019