Research Associate I/II

Freenome
Brisbane
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeUSD 37.68 - 46.69 hourlyFunction: Research & Scientific (R&D)Experience: 1+ yearsEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Attention to detail","Communication","Collaboration","Problem-solving","Adaptability"]

Develop and validate clinical-grade DNA assays using next-generation sequencing (NGS), starting from a prototype assay. Generate and analyze experimental data to characterize automated assays, document detailed observations, and communicate lessons learned. Collaborate with molecular research, computational biologists, automation engineering, and clinical operations in a regulated, high-throughput lab environment, while troubleshooting issues and driving lab process improvements.

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Research Associate I/II

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Job Summary

Develop and validate clinical-grade DNA assays using next-generation sequencing (NGS), starting from a prototype assay. Generate and analyze experimental data to characterize automated assays, document detailed observations, and communicate lessons learned. Collaborate with molecular research, computational biologists, automation engineering, and clinical operations in a regulated, high-throughput lab environment, while troubleshooting issues and driving lab process improvements.
Location: Brisbane
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Research & Scientific (R&D)
Seniority: Entry level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Develop assays for DNA by applying molecular biology, nucleic-acid biochemistry, and NGS knowledge.
  • •Characterize automated assays by generating and analyzing experimental data.
  • •Collect high-quality data, document detailed notes, and communicate lessons learned.
  • •Collaborate with research teams and computational biologists to analyze data and form study conclusions.
  • •Troubleshoot experiments and support process improvements across the lab.

Pay and Benefits

Salary: USD 37.68 - 46.69 hourly

Key Requirements

  • •Bachelors with 1+ years of relevant industry experience or Masters in molecular biology (or a related field).
  • •Hands-on NGS-based assay development, including sample preparation, library preparation, target capture, and sequencing.
  • •Biological understanding of human cell-free nucleic acids, single-cell analysis methods, immunology, and/or cancer biology.
  • •High attention to detail with accurate record-keeping, impact assessment, and troubleshooting.
  • •Strong communication and collaboration skills; comfort adapting to changing priorities.
Experience:1+ yearsNGSMolecular biologyAssay developmentRegulated laboratoryBiotechnology
Education:Bachelor's in molecular biology
Skills:Attention to detailCommunicationCollaborationProblem-solvingAdaptability
Languages:English
Tech Stack:Next-generation sequencing (NGS)DNANucleic-acid biochemistrySample preparationLibrary preparationTarget captureSequencingAutomated assaysPlate-based formatsMicrofluidicsAutomated liquid handlersELNLIMSCLIAGLP/GCLPIVD developmentPythonR

Company Brief

Freenome
Develops blood-based early cancer detection tests by combining cell-free DNA analysis, genomics, and machine learning to identify cancer signals for screening and diagnosis, aiming to enable earlier, noninvasive detection across multiple cancer types.
Industry: Diagnostics
Company Size: Large (251 to 1,000 employees)
Growth: Growth Stage Startup
Headquarters: South San Francisco, United States
Founded: 2014
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