Associate Scientist I

Job Description
Schedule:
Monday-Friday 8:
00am-4:
30pm.Some weekends and holidays required.
Job Summary
Agrigenomics Associate Scientist I is dedicated to supporting select activities within the Agrigenomics Lab. Activities focus on sample preparation, DNA extraction, genotyping, Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) and data analysis for both plant, animal, and human specimens.
Responsibilities and Duties
General:
Knowledge and ability to conduct specific processes related to testing in Agrigenomics lab that may include work in any of the following areas:
Preparation of paperwork
Sample preparation (leaf, seed, and animal samples)
DNA Extraction
General Lab cleaning
GenotypingMicroarray technology
NGS
Data analysis
Customer communication
Assist in training of staff
Internal communication about processes
Other duties as needed
Specific:
Assists in equipment maintenance and calibration
Support and maintain ISO quality system
Support and maintain EBDI Safety program
Others as required by workflows