WHO ARE WE
Parse Biosciences is a global life sciences company whose mission is to accelerate progress in human health and scientific research. Empowering researchers to perform single cell sequencing with unprecedented scale and ease, our pioneering approach has enabled groundbreaking discoveries in cancer treatment, tissue repair, stem cell therapy, kidney and liver disease, brain development, and the immune system.
Founded based on a transformative technology invented at the University of Washington, Parse has raised over $100 million and is used by over 2,000 labs across the world. Our growing portfolio of products includes Evercode Whole Transcriptome, Evercode TCR, Gene Capture, and a software tool for data analysis.
Parse Biosciences is based in Seattle, Washington's vibrant South Lake Union district, where we recently opened a 34,000 square foot headquarters and state-of-the-art laboratory.
THE POSITION
As a GENOMIC LAB TECHNICIAN you will work as part of the Genomic Lab team to fix, barcode, and/or sequence biological samples. In this role, you will use a wide range of laboratory techniques to perform our proprietary split-pool combinatorial barcoding protocol, ultimately helping advance our customers’ research.
IN THIS POSITION, YOU WILL
- Maintain a safe, clean, and efficient work environment
- Receive, inspect, and log lab specimens, handling all personally identifiable information with extreme care
- Perform cell and/or nuclei fixation following standard operating procedures
- Use techniques such as cell counting and electrophoresis to analyze in-process samples
- Prepare libraries for using Parse’s split-pool combinatorial barcoding process
- Load prepared libraries onto next-generation sequencers
- Complete records and perform other required administrative duties following Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
- Follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and adhere to Good Clinical Laboratory Practices (GCLP) as well as any other applicable standards that may apply to the role
FOR THIS POSITION, WE LOOK FOR
- 3+ years of wet lab experience or a combination of wet lab experience and a relevant degree (2 years exp. + A.S. or 1 year exp. + B.S.)
- A keen attention to detail with strong organizational and prioritization skills
- Meticulous adherence to policies, procedures, and other instructions
- A demonstrated ability to perform common molecular biology or chemistry lab techniques
- Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to make in-scope decisions or, when necessary, escalations during time-sensitive tasks
- Must be able to work in a laboratory environment while wearing PPE consistent with the requirements of BSL-1, or, when applicable BSL-2 laboratories
JOB CONDITIONS
- Wearing PPE consistent with the requirements of BSL-1 and/or BSL-2 laboratories
- Standing for extended periods, and occasionally carrying and/or lifting up to 30 pounds is required
- Core work hours are 9am to 5:30pm Pacific Time, some variance is acceptible depending on the situation
- Handling of biological specimens that may carry the risk of bloodborne pathogens and other potentially infectious materials
- Standing for extended periods, and occasionally carrying and/or lifting up to 30 pounds is required
- Repetitive motions using pipettes and other laboratory equipment
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Parse Biosciences is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
