GENEWIZ LLC

At Azenta, new ideas, new technologies and new ways of thinking are driving our future. Our customer focused culture encourages employees to embrace innovation and challenge the status quo with novel thinking and collaborative work relationships.

All we accomplish is grounded in our core values of Customer Focus, Achievement, Accountability, Teamwork, Employee Value and Integrity

Job TitleAssociate Scientist I

Job Description

Position Title: Associate Scientist I

Location: South Plainfield, NJ

Shift: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

At Azenta, new ideas, new technologies and new ways of thinking are driving our future. Our customer-focused culture encourages employees to embrace innovation and challenge the status quo with novel thinking and collaborative work relationships. 

Azenta Life Sciences is a global leader in the life sciences space with headquarters in Burlington, MA, and offices and operations worldwide. We are a market leader in automated bio sample management solutions and genomic services across areas such as drug development, clinical and advanced cell therapies for the industry's top pharmaceutical, biotech, academic and healthcare institutions globally.   We provide unparalleled capabilities with our lab analysis, sample management and storage services, informatics software, and consumables, with the largest installed base managing over 1 billion samples globally.

How You’ll Make an Impact 
 
Be an integral part of an exciting, fast-growing team where you can leverage your outstanding bench skills in our regulated NGS laboratory! With your molecular background, you will be able to utilize not only your existing skills, but will also learn many new techniques, creating attractive new growth opportunities.

What You’ll Do 

Prepare amplified template libraries for high-throughput sequencingCarry out DNA sequencing on next-generation DNA analyzersPerform routine maintenance of DNA analyzers and related equipmentCheck inventory and replenish consumable sequencing suppliesCommunicate with customers by phone and e-mail in a friendly and professional mannerSample quality and quantity check using various methods and equipmentDNA and RNA extraction from cell pellets and tissuesProper operation and routine maintenance of MiSeq, monitor run performance

What You Will Bring

BS in Biological Sciences or equivalent required.Some laboratory benchwork experience requiredUnderstanding of Molecular Biology principles and technologiesExperience in a Next Generation Sequencing lab preferred.Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced customer-oriented environment.Highly motivated and well organized.Independent, detailed oriented, team player.Closely follow Standard Operating Protocols (SOPs).Strong communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written.Ability to react to situations with a sense of urgency.Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skillsExcellent documentation and record keeping skills

EOE M/F/Disabled/VET

If any applicant is unable to complete an application or respond to a job opening because of a disability, please email at HR.Recruiting@azenta.com for assistance. 

Azenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.