Centrillion Technologies

Genomics DNA analysis and sequencing tools

Associate Lab Director

Biology & BiotechConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timePalo Alto, CA, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A Bachelor of Science or Master of Science degree in molecular biology, genetics, biochemistry, or a related field is required.
A minimum of 3 years of laboratory management operations experience in genomics, next-generation sequencing, molecular biology, or related areas is required.
Excellent organizational, computer, verbal, and written communication skills are required.
Strong leadership and people skills, including a highly developed teamwork mentality, are required.
A strong background in nucleic acid handling, including sample quality control, polymerase chain reaction, DNA/RNA library preparation, next-generation sequencing technologies, and instrument operation, setup, monitoring, and troubleshooting, is required.
Background and experience in laboratory management are required.
The ability to meticulously follow, maintain, and revise laboratory procedures and protocols is required.
The ability to take charge and make decisions in a fast-paced environment is required.
A reliable, hands-on approach to laboratory operations is required.

Responsibilities

Train and supervise research technicians and laboratory associates.
Oversee instrument setup, run monitoring, troubleshooting, protocol writing, and maintenance of laboratory instruments.
Receive, organize, and manage customer samples, including sample database management, logging, and tracking.
Maintain accurate records for sample preparation and report data.
Order, monitor, and track reagent inventory for research and development and service teams.
Monitor and respond to facilities operations needs.
Serve as a point of contact and interact and negotiate with vendors and suppliers.
Maintain the company safety program.

Job Description

Centrillion Genomics Services has an immediate opening for a full time Associate Lab Director. We’re looking for a congenial and highly communicative person with a minimum of 3 years of laboratory management operations experience in genomics, next-gen sequencing, molecular biology and related areas. A BS/MS degree in molecular biology, genetics, biochemistry or related field is required.

Train and supervise research technicians and lab associates
Oversee instrument set up, run monitoring, trouble-shooting, protocol writing and maintenance of lab instruments
Receive, organize and manage customer samples including sample database, logging, tracking
Maintain accurate records for sample preparation and report data
Order, monitor and track reagent inventory for R&D and service team
Monitor and respond to facilities operations needs
Point of contact, interact and negotiate with vendors and suppliers
Maintain company safety program

Qualifications

Excellent organizational, computer and verbal/written communication skills
Excellent leadership and people skills including highly developed teamwork mentality
Strong background in nucleic acid handling including sample QC, PCR, DNA/RNA library preparation, next-gen sequencing technologies and instrument operation, set up, monitoring and trouble shooting
Background and experience in lab management
Detail-oriented and ability to meticulously follow, maintain and revise laboratory procedures and protocols as necessary
Self-motivated, able to take charge and make decisions in a fast paced environment
Strong desire to be reliable and hands on go-to person for lab operations

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

About the Company

Centrillion Technologies

Genomics DNA analysis and sequencing tools

Centrillion Technologies develops genomics and DNA analysis tools, including sequencing, bioinformatics solutions, and high-density DNA chips designed for large-scale genomic studies. Its offerings combine hardware (ATOM high-throughput detection system), assays (VirusHunter MVP for pathogen detection), and services (sequencing and droplet digital PCR) that work together with sequencing workflows. The company differentiates itself by providing an integrated suite of genomics hardware, assays, and services optimized for big-data analysis and fast, scalable results. Its goal is to enable broad, scalable genomic studies to support drug discovery, personalized medicine, and molecular diagnostics.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Series B
Total funding: $24.3M
Headquarters: Palo Alto, CA
Founded: 2009

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