Research Associate - Lab Operations

Urgent hiring for Research Associate - Laboratory Operations

Job Location - Kolkata

Exp: 1+ years post M.Sc

CTC: 4.5-5.5 LPA

Job Summary:

The Research Associate is responsible for processing clinical samples and performing laboratory activities required for diagnostic testing, including molecular minimal residual disease (MRD) testing for ALL patients. The role focuses on delivering accurate, high-quality results within the required turnaround time (TAT).

Key Responsibilities:

• Receive and process clinical samples in the laboratory.
• Perform quality control checks on samples.
• Carry out laboratory procedures such as:
• DNA extraction
• Library preparation
• Sample preparation for sequencing
• Ensure all laboratory activities are accurately recorded in the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Follow standard operating procedures to maintain quality and efficiency.
• Support sequencing workflows and related laboratory operations.
• Assist in the preparation and manufacturing of laboratory reagents.
• Adapt to new laboratory processes and workflows as required.

Preferred candidate profile:

Mandatory:

• Masters degree in Biological Sciences with expertise in Molecular Biology and Genomics.
• Minimum 1 year of hands-on experience in basic laboratory protocols and techniques such as DNA extraction, quality checks, qPCR, and sequencing (Sanger and/or next-generation sequencing).
• Proficiency in MS Office, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and laboratory and clinical data management.
• Ability to work with IT-supported systems.

Preferred:

• Experience handling patient samples.
• Experience with library preparation on the ONT platform is preferred but not mandatory.

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