| Employer: | Intrexon Corp |
| Job Location: |
Blacksburg - Montgomery County |
| Employment Type: | Full Time |
Description: |
About Intrexon:
Intrexon Corporation is developing DNA control systems to enhance the safety and efficacy of existing and novel biological therapeutics. The companys technology employs special genetic components and activator compounds to tightly control the delivery, targeting, activation, regulation, and location of biologics. The goal of such DNA-mediated control is to improve the safety of those biologics while extending their clinical effectiveness.
The company is currently engaged in clinical and pre-clinical studies related to solid tumor cancers and other intractable diseases that must be addressed with powerful biotherapeutic strategies. Together with its partners, Intrexon is committed to improving safety and clinical outcomes through the use of controllable biotherapeutics.
Job Description
This position will be responsible for performing sequencing reactions, sequence alignments, make diagnostic designs, and perform other DNA verification analysis as needed.
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Duties: |
Prepare materials for DNA sequencing.
Perform high throughput DNA sequencing using an Applied Biosystems Sequencer system or equivalent.
Set up sequencing reactions.
Maintain sequencing logs.
Maintain sequencing data and coordinate with IT department to safeguard data backup.
Maintain sequencing lab, keep equipment maintenance records.
Order sequencing consumables and record batch information.
Troubleshoot sequencing problems.
Update sequencing SOPs.
Perform DNA sequence alignments.
Analyze sequence alignment results and troubleshoot as necessary.
Construct DNA vector diagnostic designs.
Prepare DNA vector reports.
Prepare quality assurance reports.
Responsible for maintaining electronic and hard copy library of sequence results.
Maintain and update standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Perform other duties as assigned.
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Qualifications: |
Job Requirements
Education: B.S. in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Genetics, or related discipline with computer experience
Experience: 1-2 years of experience in a molecular biology or genetics lab; Minimum 1 year of experience with DNA vector design; Proficient with DNA vector design software (preferably Vector NTI).
Other Minimum Qualifications:
Possess a high degree of personal responsibility.
Ability to achieve in a milestone-driven, rapidly changing research environment.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Skills in work and time management under project multitasking conditions.
Ability to provide and apply creative solutions to maintain work flow.
Planning, organization and execution skills.
Demonstrate the highest ethical standards and trustworthiness.
Ability to maintain a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
To Apply
Email your resume and cover letter to humanresources@intrexon.com. Note the position title in the subject line. Intrexon is an EEO employer. No agencies, please. For additional information about Intrexon, visit our web site at www.dna.com.
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