Genomics Support Specialist

Job Family:

Data Science & Analysis (Digital)

Travel Required:

Up to 25%

Clearance Required:

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do:

• Provide genomics support research services to support virology research, such as specialized technical skills focused on DNA/RNA extraction, purification, and analysis
• Perform work with sequencing equipment and data analysis
• Responsible for performing experimental tasks both within the biocontainment facility and in BSL-2 research laboratories
• Maintain an accurate inventory of specimens, reagents, and supplies, and will also be responsible for laboratory inventory management, submitting purchase requests, managing laboratory resources and maintaining appropriate laboratory research documentation (notebooks)
• Execute genomics and sequencing research as directed
• Perform work on operating sequencing equipment including Illumina and Oxford Nanopore platforms
• Perform work on genomics data analysis; bioinformatics
• Maintain proper research documentation and data management
• Maintain laboratory reagent and material inventories
• Submit purchase requests
• Assist with manuscript and report writing as requested

What You Will Need:

• Minimum education requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• 2+ years of experience in laboratory research (Internship or college level research experience considered)

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Genomics research experience preferred
• Previous recent BSL-3 or BSL-4 experience preferred
• course of study from an accredited college or university leading to a B.S. or higher degree that includes specialized training and research in molecular biology, virology or genomics

The annual salary range for this position is $85,000.00-$141,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Parental Leave

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Group Term Life and Travel Assistance

• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance

• Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Care.com annual membership

• Employee Assistance Program

• Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

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