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Secondary Locations
US-CA-La Jolla-Suites 150-200

Job Description

Help develop best-in-class next-generation sequencing assays!

We are looking for an energetic, self-motivated individual to join our team in Agilent's Diagnostics and Genomics Group to further develop Agilent's NGS technologies for liquid biopsy. As a scientist on the team, you will be responsible for experimental design, execution, and data analysis of next-generate sequencing assays. The ideal candidate has experience with molecular biological techniques and working with NGS technologies, enjoys working in the lab, and wants to apply and develop their skills in a fast-paced R&D team environment.

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We are looking for an energetic, self-motivated individual to join our team in Agilent's Diagnostics and Genomics Group to further develop Agilent's NGS technologies for liquid biopsy. As a scientist on the team, you will be responsible for experimental design, execution, and data analysis of next-generate sequencing assays. The ideal candidate has experience with molecular biological techniques and working with NGS technologies, enjoys working in the lab, and wants to apply and develop their skills in a fast-paced R&D team environment.

Option to Work Remote
No

Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters Degree in a related field with a suitable field, with Ph.D. degree, preferred. May consider candidates with an equivalent combination of education, training, and hands-on experience specific to this role.


• Proven experience in molecular assay development.


• Knowledge and experience with common molecular biology techniques and principles such as Nucleic acid hybridization assays, PCR and primer design, DNA/RNA isolation, enzymatic manipulation of DNA/RNA, etc.


• Ability and experience working with next-generation sequencing sample preparation workflows


• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well in a team environment within a global organization

Agilent Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.

Travel Required
Occasional

Schedule
Full-time

Shift
Day Shift

Duration
Not applicable

Job Type
Experienced

Job Function
R&D



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