Associate Sequencing Analyst

The Role:

As an Associate Sequencing Analyst, your responsibilities will primarily relate to the downstream processing and analysis of sequencing data. Under the direction of the Sr. Quality Control Manager, you will analyze next generation sequencing results, correspond with depositing scientists, and assist the Quality Control Team with additional projects.

To Succeed in this Role, You Will:

• Perform, document, and report quality control (QC) analysis of plasmid and viral samples following existing standard procedures. QC analysis includes verifying sample functionality through DNA sequence analysis of Illumina and Nanopore next generation sequencing data, as well as diagnostic restriction enzyme digests.
• Email with depositing laboratories to communicate results and resolve QC issues
• Assist with NGS-related bioinformatic processes including post-run data processing and uploading of sequencing results.
• Contribute to Quality Control Team goals, best practices, and special projects.

Skills and Competencies

• Candidates should be self-motivated, organized individuals who want to be a part of Addgene’s mission. Specific qualifications include:
• MS in Biology or other life science or BA/BS with 2+ years related experience
• Experience with cloning, primer design, and sequence analysis
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English; strong written and oral communication skills and ability to work closely with scientists required
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Experience with standard molecular biology practices including bacterial transformations, DNA preparation, and digests is a plus 
• Familiarity with reading scientific research articles
• Familiarity with general computer software, including sequence analysis software, Google Workspace, and MS Office
• Experience with next-generation sequencing analysis using bioinformatic software preferred
• Familiarity with a programming or scripting language (Python, Bash, R, etc) and command line tools a plus 

Benefits

At Addgene, we prioritize our people with comprehensive benefits that support both your work and your life.

Full-time employees receive:

• 100% company-paid benefit package that includes health & dental (extending to family members), life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance.
• Twenty days of PTO on top of our winter break closure and company holidays. ‌
• A 403(b) retirement account with a company match of 4% after 2 years of employment. ‌
• Annual professional development stipend
• Annual lifestyle stipend
• Fully paid public transportation for employees who work onsite four or more days per week. ‌
• Onsite yoga classes & wellness reimbursement
• Pet insurance
• Annual financial planning one-on-ones with our plan administrator

The Organization:

Addgene is a self-sustaining, thriving nonprofit life sciences organization that was created to help scientists share DNA-based research materials called plasmids. ‌Our mission is to accelerate research and discovery by improving access to useful research materials and information. Since its founding in 2004, Addgene has grown and innovated in order to assist the research community by archiving and sharing useful DNA-based research materials and resources (such as plasmids, viral vectors, and recombinant antibodies) with scientists worldwide. Broad availability of these unique research materials promotes the advancement of research in a wide variety of disciplines, including cancer, heart disease, and neurodegenerative disorders, while increasing collaboration within the scientific community. Learn more here from one of our founders, Melina Fan.

As an “Addgenie”, you will work collaboratively with internal teams to help fulfill this mission, including scientists, software engineers and product developers, renowned customer support teams, scientific content creators, and business development professionals. Together, Addgenies create and enhance opportunities for research scientists to deposit their materials, find products and resources easily on our website, and receive unparalleled support in receiving and expertly using our materials in their own experiments.

Life at Addgene:

Addgene is a truly special place to work. We are an inclusive and welcoming group of people from many backgrounds and perspectives. We believe in flexibility, actively supporting professional development, and a strong work/life balance. We value sharing ideas and feedback with each other and the company. Learn more about Life at Addgene

We also believe it's important to make time for fun, whether it's eating popcorn at our outdoor movie night, sharing cute photos in the #pets slack channel, or sampling whiskeys at our end-of-year social hour. Bookworms, athletes, gamers, parents, foodies, and more will find community in Addgene's events and Slack channels.

Addgene works with a global scientific community in which the best innovations and discoveries come from diverse teams. We continuously learn from and celebrate a variety of perspectives and seek to create an environment where all people can feel heard, respected, and valued.