Post Bachelors Student (Genomics) Job at Los Alamos National Laboratory
What You Will Do
The Applied Genomics Sequencing Team in the Bioscience Division at Los Alamos National Lab is seeking a new college graduate (in the past three years) with a Bachelor's Degree (BS or BA) to join their team. This unique opportunity provides a wide variety of day-to-day responsibilities in a research environment where creativity is encouraged. As a member of the sequencing team, you will primarily be performing quality control of extracted nucleic acids from a variety of types of clinical and environmental samples, preparing libraries for DNA sequencing and running different sequencing platforms (Illumina, Oxford Nanopore and Pacific Biosciences). In the lab, additional tasks will include conducting R&D experiments to streamline and improve library preparation of various samples and prep methods as well as maintaining the sequencing lab by cleaning, stocking and organizing.
Outside of the lab, you will be responsible for carefully documenting sample information in the information management system and helping to inventory sample and prepared libraries. You will also assist with planning workshops, classes and preparing shipments and working directly with a wide breadth of foreign collaborators. Opportunities to travel to Africa, Europe and Middle East and Asia to teach and work with our partner labs are available. Other projects and tasks will vary depending on your skills and our current needs.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Education/Experience: A bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, analytical science, or related technical field obtained at the time of hire or within the past 3 years but have not yet been accepted and enrolled in further graduate programs.
Desired Qualifications:
Location: This position will be located in Los Alamos, NM.
Note to Applicants:
Please submit the following through the LANL application system: 1) A brief cover letter addressing how you meet the required and desired skills; 2) A current CV/resume that includes educational background, degree dates, GPA, technical skills, and a list of three references and their contact information. Only complete applications with both a cover letter and CV/resume will be considered. References will not be contacted without permission from the applicant.
Where You Will
The Biosciences Genomics Team capabilities include both a core sequencing facility specializing in Illumina, PacBio and Oxford Nanopore technologies, and a bioinformatic data analysis group adapting state-of-the-art methods and devising novel strategies and algorithms to better interpret genomic, metagenomic, transcriptomic, and epigenetic sequencing data. Our group comprises experimental and computational bioscientists working on projects that span a range of topics, including algal biology/bioenergy, microbial ecology, bacterial/viral/genome evolution, host-microbe interactions (e.g. host-pathogen, fungal-bacterial symbioses, etc.), cancer biology, biosurveillance, and pathogen diagnostics.
Located in northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. LANL enhances national security by ensuring the safety and reliability of the U.S. nuclear stockpile, developing technologies to reduce threats from weapons of mass destruction, and solving problems related to energy, environment, infrastructure, health, and global security concerns. Our generous benefits package includes:
§ PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
§ Dental and vision insurance
§ Free basic life and disability insurance
§ Paid childbirth and parental leave
§ Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
§ Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
§ Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
§ Onsite gyms and wellness programs
§ Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
Additional Details
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
No Clearance: Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre-employment background checks.
New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
For general program information refer to the Student Programs web page.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call 1-505-665
Instructions on How to Activate/Create a LANL Jobs Account:
Follow the instructions below if you have ever had an employee Z number, been a contractor, or received Los Alamos Lab insurance coverage to activate your account:
Select the Click Here button if you have been employed with the Lab or received insurance coverage.
Please enter only your first and last name and current email address (an email with your validation code will be sent to you) to activate the account currently in our system.
Enter your validation code as described in the email you receive and complete the 3-page registration form. Your account is now active and you can apply for jobs or save to your basket. Important: Enter the validation code within 15 days to activate your account or your account will be deactivated.
Follow the instructions below if you if you have never been employed with the Lab or received insurance coverage to create an account:
Select the Register button if you have never been employed with the Lab or received insurance coverage to Create an Account.
From here, you will establish an account with username and password.
How to Apply: Login to Your Account to Complete the Application Process
Click the Vacancy Name number (in blue) to view any job's details.
Click Apply or Add to Basket to apply later. Tip: To apply for a job or save your basket, you must have a LANL jobs account.
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Employment StatusAppointment TypeUGSUGS
The Applied Genomics Sequencing Team in the Bioscience Division at Los Alamos National Lab is seeking a new college graduate (in the past three years) with a Bachelor's Degree (BS or BA) to join their team. This unique opportunity provides a wide variety of day-to-day responsibilities in a research environment where creativity is encouraged. As a member of the sequencing team, you will primarily be performing quality control of extracted nucleic acids from a variety of types of clinical and environmental samples, preparing libraries for DNA sequencing and running different sequencing platforms (Illumina, Oxford Nanopore and Pacific Biosciences). In the lab, additional tasks will include conducting R&D experiments to streamline and improve library preparation of various samples and prep methods as well as maintaining the sequencing lab by cleaning, stocking and organizing.
Outside of the lab, you will be responsible for carefully documenting sample information in the information management system and helping to inventory sample and prepared libraries. You will also assist with planning workshops, classes and preparing shipments and working directly with a wide breadth of foreign collaborators. Opportunities to travel to Africa, Europe and Middle East and Asia to teach and work with our partner labs are available. Other projects and tasks will vary depending on your skills and our current needs.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
- Ability to work a minimum of 40 hours per week.
- Ability to effectively work in a team environment
- Demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to manage time and see tasks to completion
- Demonstrated ability to produce quality work by applying attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to work in a biological laboratory environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Education/Experience: A bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, analytical science, or related technical field obtained at the time of hire or within the past 3 years but have not yet been accepted and enrolled in further graduate programs.
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience extracting nucleic acids from clinical and environmental samples and preparing DNA libraries.
- Experience with Next Generation Sequencing, or DNA sequencing protocols
- Experience with teaching or preparing training materials, including written materials, power point slides, videos, editing videos, packaging materials and shipping.
- Experience with command line or other UNIX based environments is a plus.
Location: This position will be located in Los Alamos, NM.
Note to Applicants:
Please submit the following through the LANL application system: 1) A brief cover letter addressing how you meet the required and desired skills; 2) A current CV/resume that includes educational background, degree dates, GPA, technical skills, and a list of three references and their contact information. Only complete applications with both a cover letter and CV/resume will be considered. References will not be contacted without permission from the applicant.
Where You Will
The Biosciences Genomics Team capabilities include both a core sequencing facility specializing in Illumina, PacBio and Oxford Nanopore technologies, and a bioinformatic data analysis group adapting state-of-the-art methods and devising novel strategies and algorithms to better interpret genomic, metagenomic, transcriptomic, and epigenetic sequencing data. Our group comprises experimental and computational bioscientists working on projects that span a range of topics, including algal biology/bioenergy, microbial ecology, bacterial/viral/genome evolution, host-microbe interactions (e.g. host-pathogen, fungal-bacterial symbioses, etc.), cancer biology, biosurveillance, and pathogen diagnostics.
Located in northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. LANL enhances national security by ensuring the safety and reliability of the U.S. nuclear stockpile, developing technologies to reduce threats from weapons of mass destruction, and solving problems related to energy, environment, infrastructure, health, and global security concerns. Our generous benefits package includes:
§ PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
§ Dental and vision insurance
§ Free basic life and disability insurance
§ Paid childbirth and parental leave
§ Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
§ Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
§ Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
§ Onsite gyms and wellness programs
§ Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
Additional Details
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
No Clearance: Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre-employment background checks.
New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
For general program information refer to the Student Programs web page.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call 1-505-665
Instructions on How to Activate/Create a LANL Jobs Account:
Follow the instructions below if you have ever had an employee Z number, been a contractor, or received Los Alamos Lab insurance coverage to activate your account:
Select the Click Here button if you have been employed with the Lab or received insurance coverage.
Please enter only your first and last name and current email address (an email with your validation code will be sent to you) to activate the account currently in our system.
Enter your validation code as described in the email you receive and complete the 3-page registration form. Your account is now active and you can apply for jobs or save to your basket. Important: Enter the validation code within 15 days to activate your account or your account will be deactivated.
Follow the instructions below if you if you have never been employed with the Lab or received insurance coverage to create an account:
Select the Register button if you have never been employed with the Lab or received insurance coverage to Create an Account.
From here, you will establish an account with username and password.
How to Apply: Login to Your Account to Complete the Application Process
Click the Vacancy Name number (in blue) to view any job's details.
Click Apply or Add to Basket to apply later. Tip: To apply for a job or save your basket, you must have a LANL jobs account.
If you experience any technical issues, please email applyhelp@lanl.gov for assistance.
Employment StatusAppointment TypeUGSUGS
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