About this opportunity:

At Freenome, we are seeking a Research Associate II to help grow the ProcessDevelopment team within Genomics Early Development. The ideal candidate will workto optimize next-generation sequencing (NGS) processes and develop newmethodologies on our multiomics platform. This person will work cross-functionallywith Research & Development, Automation, Computation Science, Quality, Regulatory,Laboratory Operations, and Program Management on the development,characterization, scale-up and transfer of complex methodologies, processes andassays to Operations. You are passionate about contributing to developing life-saving diagnostics through early cancer detection, and you will have a significantimpact on the continued growth of an organization dedicated to changing the entirelandscape of cancer.

The role reports to the Senior Manager of Genomics Early Development. This role willbe an onsite role based in our Brisbane, California headquarters.

What you’ll do:

Apply hands-on knowledge of molecular biology, nucleic-acid biochemistryand next generation sequencing to develop and optimize NGS based methodsand processes
Execute experiments to characterize and optimize NGS workflows, convertingprototypes into high-throughput automated assays
Participate in data analysis and visualizations to answer experimentalquestions and identify areas for workflow optimization
Present findings at team meetings and prepare technical reports for internaland external stakeholders
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate process improvementsinto the overall diagnostic workflow
Assist with generating Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instructionswith Laboratory Operations and Clinical Laboratory for transfer
Support troubleshooting workflow issues, perform root-cause determinantexperiments and propose effective data-driven solutions
Maintain detailed records of experiments, data, results and methodologies incompliance with Good Laboratory and Documentation Practices (cGLP, cGDP)

Must haves:

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry, or a relatedfield with 2+ years of relevant industry experience
Hands-on experience in NGS based techniques, including nucleic acidextraction, library preparation, and sequencing
Experience with handling plasma and cfDNA in NGS workflows with low-volume,plate-based assay formats
Effectively communicates with team and cross-functional partners
High attention to detail - record and document accurate, objectiveobservations, assess impact, and perform troubleshooting as needed
Excellent problem-solving skills, proactively looks for potential roadblocks,characterizes root causes to problems and collaborates with appropriatestakeholders
Ability to work independently as well as part of a cross-functional team
Flexible and adaptable to change and embrace a fluid work environment

Nice to haves:

Familiarity in a common scientific programming language (e.g., Python, R) isdesirable

Benefits and additional information:

The US target range of our

hourly rate

for new hires is $31.67 - $49.52

. You will also be eligible to receive pre-IPO equity, cash bonuses, and a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits depending on the position offered. Please note that individual total compensation for this position will be determined at the Company’s sole discretion and may vary based on several factors, including but not limited to, location, skill level, years and depth of relevant experience, and education. We invite you to check out our career page @ freenome.com/job-openings/

for additional company information.

Freenome is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer, and we value diversity. Freenome does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local

law.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws.

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