Legend Biotech Corporation

Associate NGS Scientist

Legend Biotech Corporation • $70K — $95K *
Piscataway, NJ 08854In-Person
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • M.S. or Ph.D. in relevant scientific field preferred.
  • Proficient in molecular biology techniques including DNA and RNA quantification.
  • 1+ years of hands-on experience with NGS library preparation and sequencing.
  • Experience with Illumina NGS workflow and platforms.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Perform DNA and RNA extraction from biological samples.
  • Prepare libraries for next generation sequencing.
  • Develop and execute QC methodologies for sample quality assessment.
  • Maintain detailed laboratory notes and generate experimental reports.
  • Conduct additional lab experiments and document findings.
  • Collaborate with R&D team for troubleshooting and optimization opportunities.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a cutting-edge R&D environment.
  • Engagement in wet-lab driven experimentation and innovative solutions.
  • Emphasis on teamwork and collaboration in a fast-paced setting.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Role Overview:

As an Associate NGS Scientist in the R&D team, you will contribute to the development of cutting-edge solutions for Next Generation Sequencing. This individual will be charged with implementing new next-generation sequencing assays as well as running existing validated assays and sequencers while following established policies and procedures in a professional manner. Successful candidate must be passionate about wet-lab driven experimentation and a team player.

Major Responsibilities:
  • DNA and RNA extraction of biological samples.
  • Library preparation for next generation sequencing
  • Develop and executing various QC methodologies to assess quality of samples, running NGS sequencer
  • Maintain detailed laboratory notes on experiments, generate reports summarizing experimental results and communicate them to project teams.
  • Perform other lab experiments as planned and document all observations and findings.
  • Participate with other R&D team members in troubleshooting and identifying new opportunities for optimization and applications.


Qualifications

Education: M.S or Ph.D preferred

Experience:
  • Proficiency with basic molecular biology techniques, DNA and RNA quantification technologies, PCR, and qPCR is required.
  • > 1 year direct hands-on experience with NGS library preparation and sequencing run set up is preferred.
  • Illumina NGS workflow and platform experience

Key Capabilities, Knowledge, and Skills:
  • Able to multi-task effectively and be fully committed to project timelines.
  • Strong organization and communication skills
  • Able to work in a fast pace environment.
  • Experience working in a regulated environment under a controlled design review process is preferred.


Additional Information

About Legend Biotech Corporation

Legend Biotech Corporation is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative cell therapies for cancer. The company's lead product candidate, LCAR-B38M/JNJ-68284528, is a chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell therapy that is being developed for the treatment of multiple myeloma, a type of blood cancer. Legend Biotech was founded in 2014 as a subsidiary of GenScript Biotech Corporation and became an independent company in 2019. The company is headquartered in Shanghai, China and has operations in the United States and Europe.
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Size
1,071 employees
Market Cap
$8.2 billion
Industry
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
NASDAQ
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