Rockville, MD
1 day ago
NGS Nanopore Scientist

Join our innovative team as a NGS Nanopore Scientist focused on pushing Nanopore sequencing technology beyond current limits.

 

You'll design novel approaches, test unproven methodologies, and develop breakthrough protocols.

 

Responsibilities will include:

Laboratory Innovation

Design groundbreaking experiments: Create and test novel Nanopore library preparation methods Push technical boundaries: Experiment with unconventional sample types and challenging genomic regions Develop new protocols: Optimize workflows for MinION, GridION, and PromethION platforms  

Computational Experimentation

Build next-generation pipelines: Develop experimental bioinformatics workflows using Python, R, and emerging tools Explore uncharted data: Analyze complex genomic datasets to uncover novel biological insights Create custom solutions: Design specialized analysis approaches for unique experimental challenges  

Essential Qualifications:

PhD in Molecular Biology, Genetics, or Bioinformatics with 0-5 years postdoctoral experience Proven experimental mindset: Track record of designing and executing novel research approaches Technical expertise: Hands-on experience with Nanopore sequencing and computational genomics Programming skills: Proficiency in Python, R, and command-line tools   Why This Role Matters Technology leadership: Access to the latest sequencing platforms and computational resources Scientific freedom: Design your own experimental approaches with minimal constraints Real impact: Your experiments could become tomorrow's standard protocols

 

 
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