Lab Research Assistant 242478 Job at Medix™, Houston, TX

K0IxUHJ4c2FvZzBTYlNvM2ZRZFNCbUQxWGc9PQ==
  • Medix™
  • Houston, TX

Job Description

he Research Assistant will support genomic surveillance efforts within the Infectious Disease team. This lab-based role involves hands-on molecular biology work, including DNA extraction and library preparation for both short- and long-read sequencing using Illumina and Oxford Nanopore platforms. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and comfortable working in a fast-paced laboratory environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform high-quality DNA extractions from a variety of biological samples
  • Prepare sequencing libraries for Illumina and Oxford Nanopore platforms
  • Maintain precise sample tracking, labeling, and documentation
  • Support general laboratory maintenance and compliance with safety protocols
  • Collaborate closely with fellow team members to support ongoing research projects
  • Troubleshoot basic issues in the extraction and prep workflow

Qualifications:

Required:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a related scientific field
  • Hands-on experience with DNA extraction and sequencing library preparation
  • Strong attention to detail and a high standard for sample tracking and documentation
  • Familiarity with next-generation sequencing (NGS) platforms, especially Illumina and/or Oxford Nanopore

Job Tags

Similar Jobs

MBS Professional Staffing

Senior Electrical Design Engineer Job at MBS Professional Staffing

 ...We are currently seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to take on a technical leadership role in our Cary, North Carolina office. This position will focus on projects spanning distribution, sub-transmission, and transmission voltage levels. Key Responsibilities... 

Campbell County Health

CONTENT CREATION MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST Job at Campbell County Health

JOB SUMMARY The Content Creation Management Specialist is involved in developing, organizing, and overseeing various types of content to support the organization's goals and objectives. Responsibilities may include creating engaging written and visual content for websites...

SSi People

Quality Control Analyst Job at SSi People

 ...Title: Associate Quality Control Location: Thousand Oaks, CA Duration: 1 year with possible extension of up to 3 years Ideal Candidate: Background in biology experience. Exposure to GMP and Aseptic technic and benchwork experience. Lab work. Support... 

Pharos Academy

Middle School Mathematics Teacher Job at Pharos Academy

 ...Teacher Vision Pharos Academy Charter School is looking for a teacher who is an uber kid person. The ideal candidate absolutely loves to teach, train, and push students both academically as well as behaviorally. There is an understanding that messing up and failure... 

Mployer

Marketing Director Job at Mployer

 ...Director of Digital Marketing About Us We empower employers, employees, and benefit consultants to easily assess, rate, and communicate the value of employee benefits. Our industry-first analytics platform, backed by the largest and most comprehensive benefits database...