NGS Lab Technician

Our mission

We believe there is a smarter, more data-driven way to make decisions in healthcare and our cloud-native AI powered SOPHiA DDM Platform makes that vision a reality on a daily basis. You will have direct input to our mission to democratize data-driven medicine for the ultimate benefit of cancer and rare disease patients across the globe.

Reporting to the Senior Director, Genomic Research you will play a crucial role in supporting our next-generation sequencing (NGS) activities by performing various laboratory tasks and procedures. This position offers a great opportunity for growth and professional development in the field of genomic research.

• Conducting sample preparation for NGS experiments, including DNA and RNA extraction, quantification, and quality control.
• Performing NGS library preparation, including DNA fragmentation, adapter ligation, and PCR amplification.
• Operating and maintaining NGS instruments, such as sequencers and sequencer robots.
• Performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment.
• Maintaining accurate and detailed records of experimental procedures, results, and observations.
• Collaborating with other team members to optimize and troubleshoot experimental protocols.
• Ensuring compliance with laboratory safety and quality control standards.

We know that every background is different, but to be best set for success we see you bringing:

• BA or MSc degree in a relevant scientific discipline (Molecular Biology, Biochemistry etc). Candidates with CFC will also be considered.
• 2 - 5 years of experience working in a molecular biology laboratory setting
• Familiarity with NGS library preparation protocols and sequencing technologies is expected
• Proficient in the use of laboratory equipment, such as pipettes, centrifuges, and thermal cyclers.

As a public organisation facing ongoing commercial growth, you will bring a success-orientated and solutions-focused mindset that embraces team collaborations, change, growth and inclusion.

As an international organisation, English is our primary business language and you will need to bring full fluency in English. As part of your recruitment journey, you should expect to meet English-only speakers, so for best chances of success, you should include your CV in English. Non-English CVs have a high likelihood of being rejected at application stage.

You will be joining an organisation with the patient at the heart of every decision and action, driven by purpose as we pursue exponential growth.

Business recognition and accolades include:

• World's most innovative companies (Top 10)
• World's smartest companies (Top 50)
• 100 Best Places to Work in Boston
• Top 10 European Tech Startup
• Top 10 European biotechs startup to watch
• Top 25 East-Coast Biotech to watch

Our benefits package is comprehensive, but varies internationally in-line with local standards and laws. You can discuss a full breakdown with us, but as a brief overview:

Sickness and Accident coverage through Helsana

• Meal Vouchers at 90
  
  CHF PM with our partner cafeteria
• A fun and engaging work environment, with Rest & Entertainment space, full stocked free coffee machine and free fruit/snacks
• Free parking in an easy to access location
• A strong social committee whose purpose is to make SOPHiA GENETICs both enjoyable as well as rewarding
• As our global HQ, you’ll have direct interaction and exposure to senior leadership and our executive team locally

Like the strands of DNA itself, SOPHiA GENETICS and the team are deeply interconnected and reliant on each other to deliver. There are common threads across the team. Things that bind us together. Those things are Relentless Curious;
Resilient & Nimble and Fearlessly Adventurous

At SOPHiA GENETICS we established our 7 Virtues to clarify how our principles show up each day through action. We Decide;
We Do;
We Collaborate;
We Innovate;
We Empower;
We Adapt and We Learn.

At the centre of our Virtues is our Mantra, We Care, which provides a constant reminder of the compassionate, benevolent, and hopeful nature of our mission and how it should be threaded through each of our Virtues and…