Manufacturing Scientist, NGS Library Prep

Job Description

Join our Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) Reagents manufacturing team as a Manufacturing Scientist at Agilent Technologies. At Agilent Technologies, we are dedicated to advancing scientific discoveries that improve the quality of life.

Our Manufacturing group is a collaborative and diverse team made up of members who learn quickly on the job and anticipate/resolve potential manufacturing issues while maintaining the highest level of quality. This is essential in delivering innovative, high-quality products to our customers worldwide.

Responsibilities:

• Manufacture and test Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) library preparation and target enrichment reagents.

• Analyze test results, including NGS sequencing results.

• Utilize instruments such as but not limited to Magnis, Tapestations, Spectrophotometers, Covaris, thermal cyclers, and QPCR instruments

• Prioritize in a quick-paced environment to meet customers' needs.

• Assist in validating new manufacturing processes, products, and regulatory standards.

• Support the introduction of new products and technologies to improve product quality.

• Formulate and test purified enzymes for quality assurance and NGS kit manufacturing.

• Collaborate with other teams on production and testing as needed.

• Maintain raw material stocks for manufacturing and quality control.

• Uphold 5S and Lean Manufacturing principles.

• Identify and implement process improvements.

• Write, maintain, and review ISO-compliant Work Instructions and Standard Operating Procedures.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Biological Science or related field with experience in chemistry, molecular biology, and/or biochemistry.

• Minimum 1+ years meaningful experience.

• Proficiency in standard molecular biology laboratory techniques, including PCR and QPCR.

• Experience with enzymatic assays is a plus.

• Strong oral and written communication, organization, and digital literacy, especially with Microsoft Excel.

Agilent Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We value diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, religion or religious creed, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, local law, ordinance, or regulation and will not be discriminated against on these bases.

Agilent Technologies, Inc., is committed to diversity in the workplace and strives to support candidates with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance with any part of the application or interview process or have questions about workplace accessibility, please email job_posting@agilent.com or contact +1-262-754-5030.

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Travel Required

No

Schedule

Schedule:Full time

Shift

Day

Duration

No End Date

Job Function

Manufacturing