Laboratory Officer

Responsibilities

• Perform sample receiving, returning, destroying and management in accordance with SOP, without error/delays in each operation
• Manage and ensure samples information are entered accurately and timely into LIMS system in accordance with SOP, without errors/delays in each operation
• Prepare sequencing libraries, perform quality assessment and perform sequencing runs
• Analyze sequencing data and report results to customers in a timely manner
• Assist in ensuring proper documentation of all processes including monthly report of sequencing services conducted
• Assist in trouble shooting for customers
• Interact with bioinformaticians and evaluate bioinformatics output
• Maintain lab equipment & documentation in accordance with quality requirements of ISO and CAP accreditation standards
• Other ad-hoc projects as required by the superiors

Requirements

• Degree in Genetics, Biology or related life sciences major (Diploma with relevant major may apply too)
• 0-3 years of lab work experience
• Hands-on NGS experience is highly desirable
• Strong molecular biology background
• Familiar with real-time PCR, bioanalyzer, sequencing assays
• Familiar with bioinformatics software and methodologies is a plus
• Good analytical skills and detail-oriented
• A committed team player who is enthusiastic and willing to learn
• Comfortable with flexible working hours and shift arrangement