Research Associate II
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Summary
About the Role
About You
- Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of relevant industry experience or Master's in molecular biology or a related field.
- Hands-on experience in NGS based assay development including sample preparation, library preparation, target capture, and sequencing.
- Experience with automated platforms in plate-based, low-volume formats and/or microfluidics.
- Biological understanding of human cell-free nucleic acids and/or cancer biology.
- High attention to detail and ability to record accurate observations.
- Ability to manual pipette with high confidence, accuracy, and precision.
- Clear and proactive communication skills.
- Experience working in a regulated laboratory environment (CLIA, GLP/GCLP, IVD development).
- Experience using ELN (electronic lab notebook) and LIMS (lab information management system).
- Familiarity with programming in a scientific programming language (e.g., Python or R).
Benefits
- Hourly rate target range of $31.67 - $49.52.
- Eligibility for equity and cash bonuses.
- Full range of medical, financial, and other benefits.
Freenome is a high-growth biotech company on a mission since 2014 to create tools that empower everyone to prevent, detect, and treat their disease. To achieve this mission, Freenome is developing next-generation blood tests to detect cancer in its earliest, most treatable stages using our multiomics platform and machine learning techniques. Our first blood test will detect early-stage colorectal cancer and advanced adenomas. We have raised more than $1.1 billion from leading investors like Perceptive Advisors, RA Capital Management, Roche Venture Fund, Kaiser Permanente, Novartis and the American Cancer Society’s BrightEdge Ventures. A ‘Freenomer’ is a mission-driven employee who is fueled by the opportunity to make a positive impact on patients' lives, who thrives in a culture of respect and cross collaboration, and whose work makes a significant impact on the company and their career.