Associate Scientist I
Nomic
Summary
MBGT Associate Scientist I is dedicated to supporting select activities within the MBGT Lab. Activities focus on sample preparation, DNA extraction, PCR set up, and data analysis for plant specimens.
Job description
Job Summary
MBGT Associate Scientist I is dedicated to supporting select activities within the MBGT Lab. Activities focus on sample preparation, DNA extraction, PCR set up, and data analysis for plant specimens.
Responsibilities and Duties
General: Knowledge and ability to conduct specific processes related to testing in MBGT lab that may include work in any of the following areas:
- Preparation of paperwork
- Sample preparation (leaf, seed, and animal samples)
- DNA Extraction
- General Lab cleaning
- Genotyping
- PCR
- Data analysis
- Customer communication
- Assist in training of staff
- Internal communication about processes
- Other duties as needed
Specific:
- Assists in equipment maintenance and calibration
- Support and maintain ISO quality system
- Support and maintain EBDI Safety program
- Others as required by workflows
Qualifications
Education/Experience: A Bachelor of Science in a field related to Agriculture or Laboratory Science is required. Relevant work experience may replace some education.
Skills: Good attention to detail, ability to effectively work in a team environment and good communication skills are required for this position.
Other Factors: An Associate Scientist must also have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office and the ability to learn to use lab specific hardware and software as needed.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Agriculture or Laboratory Science
- Relevant work experience may replace some education
- Good attention to detail
- Ability to effectively work in a team environment
- Good communication skills
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Ability to learn lab specific hardware and software
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Life & Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Matching
- Paid Vacation & Holidays
Company overview
Nomic Bio is a pioneering biotechnology company specializing in next-generation proteomics technology, often described as doing for proteins what Illumina has done for DNA. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, Nomic has developed the revolutionary nELISA platform that enables large-scale, quantitative, and cost-effective protein profiling. The company's mission is to make proteomics accessible, scalable, and routine for modern biology, empowering scientists to extend lives through advanced protein measurement technologies. Nomic's proprietary technology combines DNA nanotechnology with high-throughput bead-based multiplexing to deliver exquisite specificity at scale, enabling researchers to profile over 1,000 proteins simultaneously with absolute quantification. The company has raised over $63 million in funding, including a $42 million Series B round in 2024, and serves over 75 companies spanning top pharmaceutical firms, innovative biotechs, and prestigious research institutes. Nomic's platform has already been used to profile more than 400,000 samples and over 100 million proteins, accelerating drug discovery and biomarker development across therapeutic areas including oncology, immunology, and neuroscience.