Genomic Sequencing Specialist - Department of Biology

The Department of Biology in the Eberly College of Arts and Sciences at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for a Genomic Sequencing Specialist.

About the Opportunity

This individual will lead the genomic sequencing of infectious disease targets from wastewater. They will also assist in bioinformatic analysis and reporting tasks directly relevant to sequence data.

We strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including:

• 37.5-hour work week
  
• 13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)
  
• 24 annual leave (vacation) days per year or more based on years of service (employee leave)
  
• 18 sick days per year (for when you're ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family's, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)
  
• WVU offers a range of health insurance and other benefits
  
• 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. Looking for more retirement benefits information? Check out retirement health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ's.
  
• Wellness programs

What You'll Do

• Sequencing library preparation and genomic sequencing.
• Data analysis, including base calling, assembly or other post-run processing.
• Data management, including submission to long-term repositories.
• Data interpretation and report generation.
• Ordering supplies and consumables relevant to genomic sequencing.
• Oversight of student and/or temporary workers in sequencing-related tasks.

• PhD in biology, genomics, or other related life sciences discipline.
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience involving:
  
  
  
  • Post-doctoral or commercial laboratory experience in life science discipline, preferably microbiology or infectious disease related topics.
  • Genomic sequencing, specifically MinION or P2Solo platforms.
  • Work in aseptic or sterile conditions, in biosafety cabinet and PCR workstation environments, with BSL-2 pathogens.
  • Basic sequence analysis protocols, including BLAST, minimap2, and freyja.
  
  
  
  
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience using laboratory equipment necessary for sample extraction, concentration, and sequencing library preparation including Thermo Kingfisher Apex, Qubit, and Agilent TapeStation.
• Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered.
• All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to use EPI2ME software for sequence analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to use MinKNOW software for genomic sequencer control.
• Ability to troubleshoot sequencing library preparation protocols.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Ability to access remote data storage and analysis devices through Globus, SSH, or other interfaces.
• Ability to use basic molecular laboratory software including Excel, Word, Benchling.
• Ability to use QC laboratory equipment including Tapestation and Qubit.

Physical Demands & Physical Coordination

• Pipetting small volumes.
• Working within a biosafety cabinet or PCR workstation.

West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.

From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.

At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values - service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation - unite us as Mountaineers.

Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu.

West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.