NEW JOB OPENING
ASSOCIATE SCIENTIST BIOINFORMATICS
IN Santa Monica, CA, USA!

 

Date Posted: 01/14/2026
Hiring Organization: Rose International
Position Number: 495635
Industry: Biotech/Healthcare
Job Title: Associate Scientist Bioinformatics
Job Location: Santa Monica, CA, USA, 90404
Work Model: Onsite
Shift: 8 - 5 Pacific
Employment Type: Temporary
FT/PT: Full-Time
Estimated Duration (In months): 13
Min Hourly Rate($): 45.00
Max Hourly Rate($): 51.00
Must Have Skills/Attributes: Biochemistry, Genetics, Molecular Biology
Experience Desired: Hands-on work with NGS assays (DNA-seq, RNA-seq, ATAC-seq) (2 yrs); Experience with Illumina platforms (MiSeq, NextSeq, NovaSeq) (2 yrs)
Required Minimum Education: Master’s Degree
Preferred Education: Bachelor’s Degree

**C2C is not available**

 

Job Description
Basic Qualifications

• Master’s Degree

OR

• Bachelor’s Degree and 2+ years of scientific experience

OR

• Associate degree and 4+ years of scientific experience OR High School Degree and 5+ years of scientific experience



Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, Genetics, or related fields

• 2+ years of hands-on experience with Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) platforms, various NGS assays, and their underlying sequencing methodology

• Hands-on experience with DNA and RNA extraction from various sources

• Ability to learn new techniques in a fast-paced environment

• Demonstrated ability to solve scientific and engineering problems

• Excellent organizational skills and efficiency at getting tasks done

• Goal oriented and looking to take on additional responsibilities

• Experience working in a multi-disciplinary environment

• Experience working with LIMS and electronic notebook e.g. Benchling

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

• An excellent work ethic, ability to work in a dynamic environment, and ability to adapt to changing priorities



We are seeking a motivated Associate Scientist to join our Bioinformatics and Sequencing group in Santa Monica. In this role, you will work directly with cutting-edge Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) technologies to support a growing R&D portfolio focused on drug target and biomarker discovery. This is a hands-on laboratory position ideal for someone who enjoys working at the intersection of biology and technology.



Responsibilities

• Extraction and preparation of DNA and RNA from various sources

• Preparation of DNA, RNA, and ATAC-seq libraries from bulk and/or single cells for NGS sequencing

• Perform quality control on samples and libraries.

• Troubleshoot the experimental procedures and protocols for library preparation and sequencing under supervision

• Perform Next Generation Sequencing experiments on Illumina platforms and other platforms

• Perform qPCR for library quality control

• Maintain updated working knowledge of Genomics technologies and develop significant experience in next-generation sequencing applications

• Keep records of experiments in electronic notebook (ELN)

• Deliver scientific findings effectively in group meetings and collaborative forums
  • **Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered.**

  • **Please note that all Position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client’s business needs and requirements.**


 

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