Staff Scientist, Applied Molecular Biology Division at New England Biolabs, Inc. in Ipswich, Massachusetts

Job Description:

New England Biolabs (NEB) is seeking a motivated and creative scientist to lead an independent, fully funded research group. The group will propose and execute innovative projects focused on new methods and technologies for next-generation sequencing applications. The group will work collaboratively with the Applied Molecular Biology Division and other NEB departments to utilized novel enzyme activities to enable groundbreaking methods and tools for advances in the life sciences.

Applicants should include potential projects of interest in their cover letter, with particular focus on methods for NGS library prep, single-cell and spatial genomics and transcriptomics.

Primary responsibilities:

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  Develop a research program for an independent, dynamic research group

  
  


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  Identify and lead research projects into novel technologies impacting next-generation sequencing

  
  


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  Utilize a broad collection of state-of-the-art platforms and methods to inform and fully realize project potential

  
  


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  Share breakthroughs and results through publications, conference presentations, collaborations, and supporting NEB product and method development

  
  

Required Qualifications and Experience:

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  Ph.D. in a molecular biology related field

  
  


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  Minimum 2 years relevant experience

  
  


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  Expertise with NGS platforms and technologies

  
  


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  Diverse scientific background, with success in multiple projects and areas

  
  


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  Proven ability to innovate as demonstrated through publication record

  
  


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  Strong communication skills

  
  

EEO Statement

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