Cellanome Lead Research Associate, Services at Cellanome leads a shift of Research Associates executing workflows on the R3200 platform. Responsible for technical and operational leadership in processing cells and sequencing-ready libraries.
Responsibilities
Process samples end to end including cell preparation and library QC
Serve as technical point of contact and day-to-day owner for service contracts
Coordinate daily run scheduling across samples, instruments, and staff
Train, onboard, and qualify Research Associates on protocols and instrumentation
Serve as first escalation point for technical and workflow questions
Follow SOPs precisely and document all steps in the LIMS
Support troubleshooting with lab development and internal teams
Make and document real-time judgement calls on sample processing
Help improve processes by providing feedback to LIMS and lab development
Onboard and execute new processes transferred from development team
Follow laboratory safety protocols and maintain clean work environment
Qualification
Bachelor's degree in cell biologyDemonstrated experience trainingExperience with lab automation and LIMSWhat you can expect from us
Required
Bachelor's degree in cell biology, molecular biology, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of experience working in a laboratory environment and hands-on experience with cell culture techniques and assays.
Demonstrated experience training, mentoring, or qualifying junior laboratory staff, or serving as a technical point of contact or shift lead.
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow protocols precisely.
Experience with lab automation and LIMS; Hamilton a plus.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and communicate clearly with internal stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to perform the Essential Duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
Preferred
Hands-on experience with both NGS library prep and mammalian cell culture.
Prior experience in a commercial services, CRO, or otherwise deadline driven laboratory environment with defined turnaround time commitments.
Experience authoring or revising SOPs and supporting assay tech transfer from development into routine operation.
The estimated base salary range for this position is $88,000 - $106,000/year. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
What you can expect from us:
You’ll feel the energy when you walk in our door – we work hard, we have fun and we have ambitious plans to grow. Cellanome offers a comprehensive employment package that includes a competitive salary, generous stock options, great individual, and family health plans, a 401(k) and flexibility to balance work and life.
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