Research Associate- Biophysics (Job Code 2008-17EW)

U.S. Genomics is seeking highly motivated researchers to work on its Human Infections Disease Program.  USG’s proprietary amplification-free technology for manipulation and identification of DNA fragments offers unique advantages for the rapid identification of pathogenic organisms from complex human and environmental samples. Unlike single-agent based approaches with limited scalability, the company’s core Direct Linear Analysis (DLA) technology uses a single reagent set for broadband detection. Currently funded under a multi-year US Government environmental biosensor development program, the DLA technology also is extensible to clinical diagnostics, epidemiology, and food and pharmaceutical process contaminant monitoring. 

 

Founded in 1997, U.S. Genomics is a dynamic and growing company located in Woburn, Massachusetts. For more information, please visit www.usgenomics.com

U.S. Genomics’ competitive compensation package is based on merit and productivity, and flexible working hours are available.

 

Research Associate - Biophysics (Job Code 2008-17EW):  The candidate will be responsible for operation of our proprietary optics platform, including maintenance of microfluidic chips.  In addition, the candidate will be responsible for archiving data and data analysis using in-house developed software.

 

BS/MS with 1-3 years experience in Biophysics, Biochemistry or Molecular Biology with solid fundamentals in qualitative thinking and data analysis skills.  This position does not require a PHD, but does require extensive use of complex instrumentation and software in development - demonstrated experience with problem solving on sophisticated laboratory equipment.  Familiarity with optics platforms, such a confocal microscopes, scanning laser cytometers, electron microscopes or other advanced systems is required.

 

Other Required Skills:

§ Is able to work with people with a wide variety of technical backgrounds.

§ Makes detailed observations, and can analyze data and interpret results.

§ Has demonstrated ability to design, execute and interpret experiments. 

§ Prepares technical reports, summaries, protocols, and quantitative analyses.

§ Maintains familiarity with current scientific literature.

 

To apply for job, e-mail your resume and cover letter to Jobs@usgenomics.com .