Research Associate Intern
About the Role:
We are looking for an outstanding individual to join the Molecular Biology team as a Research Associate. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with standard molecular biology techniques and a strong desire to learn about building great products for solving complex biological problems. You should enjoy working in a fast-paced, innovative and truly multi-disciplinary environment. You will interact with colleagues in Cell Biology, Chemistry, Microfluidics, and Computational Biology. You will apply your skills and knowledge to support product development.
What you will be doing:
- Support the method development and optimization of novel molecular biology assay schemes including molecular barcoding, nucleic acid amplification, and NGS library preparation
- Develop an understanding of the interplay between molecular biology, chemistry, and microfluidics
- Plan and perform experiments, accurately record experimental details, and analyze subsequent data with guidance
- Report these results through documentation and presentations
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- Current junior/senior pursuing a BS/MS/PHD in molecular biology, biochemistry or a related field and 1+ years of hands-on molecular biology experience in an academic or industrial setting
- Proficiency in standard molecular biology techniques such as cell/tissue preparation, nucleic acid purification (RNA/DNA) and amplification, qPCR, and DNA sequencing
- Courses taken in molecular biology, biochemistry, immunology, biotechnology
- Familiarity with basic data analysis tools such as Excel
- Familiarity with lab best practices for avoiding nucleic acid cross-contamination
- Strong collaboration and communication skills
Below is the base pay range for this full-time position. The actual base pay will depend on several factors unique to each candidate, including one’s skills, qualifications, and experience. At 10x, base pay is also just one component of the Company’s total compensation package. This role is also eligible for 10x’s equity grants, its comprehensive health and retirement benefit programs, and its annual bonus program or sales incentive program. During the hiring process, your 10x recruiter can share more about the Company’s total compensation package.
About 10x Genomics
At 10x Genomics, accelerating our understanding of biology is more than a mission for us. It is a commitment. This is the century of biology, and the breakthroughs we make now have the potential to change the world.
We enable scientists to advance their research, allowing them to address scientific questions they did not even know they could ask. Our tools have enabled fundamental discoveries across biology including cancer, immunology, and neuroscience.
Our teams are empowered and encouraged to follow their passions, pursue new ideas, and perform at their best in an inclusive and dynamic environment. We know that behind every scientific breakthrough, there is a deep infrastructure of talented people driving the life sciences industry and making it possible for scientists and clinicians to make new strides. We are dedicated to finding the very best person for every aspect of our work because the innovations and discoveries that we enable together will lead to better technologies, better treatments, and a better future. Find out how you can make a 10x difference.
Individuals seeking employment at 10x Genomics are considered without regards to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
10x does not accept unsolicited applicants submitted by third-party recruiters or agencies. Any resume or application submitted to 10x without a vendor agreement in place will be considered unsolicited and property of 10x, and 10x will not pay a placement fee.
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At 10x Genomics, accelerating our understanding of biology is more than a mission for us. It is a commitment. This is the century of biology, and the breakthroughs we make now have the potential to change the world. We enable scientists to advanc...
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