We are seeking an outstanding researcher to join the ranks of a fast-growing startup in the biotech industry. The successful candidate will be part of a fast-paced, innovative R&D team and will have opportunities to work on developing technologies that will have immediate commercial impact. They will contribute towards the experimental design, execution, and analysis of novel nucleic acid assays. 

This is a temporary role for a duration of six (6) months, with a possibility of a 3-month extension.

Job Duties

• Originate new innovative ideas in the area of metagenomics next-generation sequencing (mNGS), sample preparation and host depletion for diverse clinical specimen types.


• Experience in maintaining cultures of microorganisms (bacteria and viruses).


• Design and execute experiments, analyze results, and report conclusions.


• Assume ownership of key projects and perform prerequisite tasks...