Oversee daily genomics lab operations: train and supervise staff, manage sample intake and tracking, operate and troubleshoot sequencing and molecular biology instruments, maintain protocols, inventory, vendor relations, facilities and safety programs, and ensure accurate recordkeeping and reporting.
Company Description
Centrillion is creating transformative genomic technologies leveraging engineering and biochemistry breakthroughs to accelerate discovery and reveal the real genome that has thus far been obscured by its complexity and the limitations of existing technologies. Our team of scientists and engineers is committed to making a new generation of genomic technologies accessible and affordable for a multitude of previously unapproachable apps. Centrillion is backed by venture capital and strategic investors and is located at Palo Alto, CA, at the innovation center of Silicon Valley and close to Stanford University.
Job DescriptionCentrillion Genomics Services has an immediate opening for a full time Associate Lab Director. We’re looking for a congenial and highly communicative person with a minimum of 3 years of laboratory management operations experience in genomics, next-gen sequencing, molecular biology and related areas. A BS/MS degree in molecular biology, genetics, biochemistry or related field is required.
- Train and supervise research technicians and lab associates
- Oversee instrument set up, run monitoring, trouble-shooting, protocol writing and maintenance of lab instruments
- Receive, organize and manage customer samples including sample database, logging, tracking
- Maintain accurate records for sample preparation and report data
- Order, monitor and track reagent inventory for R&D and service team
- Monitor and respond to facilities operations needs
- Point of contact, interact and negotiate with vendors and suppliers
- Maintain company safety program
- Excellent organizational, computer and verbal/written communication skills
- Excellent leadership and people skills including highly developed teamwork mentality
- Strong background in nucleic acid handling including sample QC, PCR, DNA/RNA library preparation, next-gen sequencing technologies and instrument operation, set up, monitoring and trouble shooting
- Background and experience in lab management
- Detail-oriented and ability to meticulously follow, maintain and revise laboratory procedures and protocols as necessary
- Self-motivated, able to take charge and make decisions in a fast paced environment
- Strong desire to be reliable and hands on go-to person for lab operations
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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