Research Associate II (Clinical NGS and RHT)

Position : Research Associate II (Clinical NGS and RHT) Location : San Jose, CA

Job Id : 503 # of Openings : 1 Job Title : Research Associate II (Clinical NGS and RHT)

Reports to : Director, Clinical NGS & RHT R&D

FLSA Class : Exempt

Learn more about our company and how we support you :

Takara Bio USA (TBUSA) empowers life science discovery. We bring innovation and inspiration to every scientist - promoting discoveries that improve health and the environment.

We hold values that all employees and prospective candidates should demonstrate : Innovation, Teamwork, Integrity, Respect, Growth, Diversity and Quality.

We value helping employees develop their skills and you will be part of this journey!

At Takara Bio, we know that every experimental decision has an impact. Choices matter, from design to data analysis. We create best-in-class products that get the job done.

In your hands, what do those research reagents and kits create? Something powerful : knowledge, understanding, and often hope! Together we can improve the human condition through biotechnology and That's Good Science!

How this role drives the company forward :

The Research Associate II is responsible for assisting and working with research staff in the design, execution, and analysis of experiments aimed at developing new tools and reagents for life science.

The Research Associate II works primarily in the laboratory to conduct relevant experiments and complex tasks under minimal supervision of other senior research associates or scientists.

The Research Associate II role is lab-based.

How you will make an impact :

We are looking for a motivated, detail-driven, hands-on research associate to join us in the development of our cutting-edge next-generation sequencing (NGS) products.

You will carry out DNA / RNA NGS library preparation, sequencing, and analysis to produce high quality, consistent data to drive product improvements.

You will maintain detailed and organized lab notes to summarize experiment outcomes and deliver timely reports to cross-functional teams.

This role will provide you the exposure to emerging NGS technologies, instruments, and industrial product development processes in the fast-paced genomics field.

Your ability to generate reliable, reproducible results is essential for our data-driven product development of our innovative clinical NGS solutions.

What will you do :

• Works primarily in the laboratory to conduct experiments under supervision of other senior research associates or scientists.
• Executes routine experiments by selecting and performing appropriate techniques following general guidance or protocol.

Performs more complex tasks with appropriate guidance from supervisor.

• Conduct experiments through product development launch cycle from feasibility test through transfer to manufacturing.
• Utilizes literature reviews, protocols, SOPs, and prior laboratory experience to assist with experimental design, assay development, and workflow optimization.
• Accurately records procedures, materials used, and results obtained, enabling others to understand and reproduce results.
• Prepares technical reports, summarizing experiments done including an analysis of results obtained, and contributes to development of follow-on experiments.
• Assists in the preparation and reviewing of technical documents including work instructions and user manuals.
• Shares responsibility for general laboratory maintenance and housekeeping, including organization and purchasing of laboratory reagents and maintaining laboratory stocks.
• May provide technical training to other laboratory personnel.
• This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

How will you get here?

• BA, BS, or MS degree in relevant scientific discipline.
• Minimum of 2 5 years related experience in handling DNA, RNA, including extraction, purification, and quality assessment techniques.
• Strong skills in NGS library preparation and sequencing platforms, particularly RNA-seq, is essential.
• Demonstrated ability to perform a range of general laboratory procedures independently.
• Demonstrated capability to manage time efficiently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Strong skills in maintaining accurate and detailed laboratory records, including experimental protocols, observations, and results, to ensure reproducibility and traceability of research activities.
• Adaptable to shifting demands.

You are amazing if you have :

• Experience with R, bash script / python.
• Experience with cell culture.
10 days ago