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Genomics Lab Contractor | South San Francisco, CA

We are supporting a leading biotech organisation in South San Francisco seeking a Genomics Lab Contractor to join their research operations team on a 12-month W2 contract. This role sits at the intersection of lab science, sequencing operations, and vendor coordination, supporting high-throughput genomics workflows in a fast-paced R&D environment.

Hourly rate: $50-55/hr

Key Responsibilities

Sequencing & Vendor Management

• Manage outsourcing of sequencing samples to external providers, ensuring timely, high-quality data delivery
• Act as the main liaison with sequencing vendors and troubleshoot issues with sample processing or data return
• Track sample submission, receipt, and sequencing data flow across projects

Lab Operations & Inventory

• Maintain inventory of reagents, consumables, and sequencing supplies
• Coordinate equipment maintenance, calibration, and vendor servicing
• Support operational continuity of in-house sequencing platforms

Sequencing QC & Sample Handling

• Assist with sample pooling and multiplexing using standard barcoding strategies
• Perform QC checks pre- and post-sequencing (run quality, signal, data integrity)
• Support troubleshooting of sequencing runs as needed

Molecular Biology Support

• Execute molecular cloning workflows (restriction digestion, ligation, Gibson/Gateway assembly)
• Perform PCR, primer design, mutagenesis, bacterial transformation, and plasmid prep
• Validate constructs using gel electrophoresis, restriction digest, and Sanger sequencing

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate records of samples, workflows, and vendor communications
• Provide regular project updates to internal stakeholders

Requirements

• Experience with genomic sequencing workflows and QC principles
• Strong hands-on molecular biology skills (PCR, cloning, plasmid prep, gel electrophoresis, bacterial transformation)
• Experience handling DNA/RNA samples
• Strong organisation, communication, and documentation skills
• Biology-related degree preferred

Please apply with an up-to-date copy of your resume to be considered.