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From: "Aaron Sams" <asamsembarkvet.com>
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Subject: Embark Veterinary - Hiring - Molecular Geneticist
Date: Wed, 14 Aug 2019 10:35:10 -0500

Scientist – Molecular Genetics
FULL TIMEITHACA, NY

Love dogs? This is the place for you!

Please apply directly via this link:
https://embarkvet.com/...-molecular-genetics/

About us

Discover your dog more than fur deep with the most comprehensive DNA test on
the market. Designed by world leaders in dog genetics, in partnership with
Cornell University, the Embark DNA Test tells owners what breeds make up
their pets, how to prevent future possible health problems, and what
features and traits their pet might have. Help us end preventable disease in
dogs and improve the lives of pets and their people through genomics.

Embark is the only dog DNA test using a research-grade DNA microarray,
letting us give our customers the most accurate and comprehensive results on
the market. More importantly, it allows us to do ongoing research into the
genetics of dogs, which are a fantastic population for genetic discovery due
to selective breeding over time. Our research focuses on mapping new traits
and diseases, improving personalized veterinary medicine, and developing new
breeding programs to eliminate preventable diseases in pets.

Interested in joining? We’re looking for highly motivated and driven
employees who will help us stay on the cutting edge of creativity and
innovation in the fast-growing consumer genetics space.

The Role

Embark Veterinary, Inc. is looking for an enthusiastic, talented Scientist –
Molecular Genetics to join our Science Team.

The Embark Dog DNA test is the first comprehensive, affordable health
screening and breed identification test. We empower dog owners, breeders,
and veterinarians to tailor care to each individual dog, mixed breed or
purebred. Our state-of-the-art, research-grade genotyping platform also
provides unprecedented potential for novel genetic discovery. In just three
years, Embark has amassed the largest canine dataset in the world.

As an integral part of the Embark Science team, you will be operating at the
cutting edge of canine genomics. You will contribute to the development of
commercializable genetic assays and high impact genetic discoveries. You
will assist in disseminating our science to the public. Finally, you will
contribute to and provide timely feedback for de novo research grants,
proposals, and manuscripts.

This position could be based at either our Ithaca, NY or Seattle, WA
locations. Some travel to Boston, MA as well as to scientific conferences
and events could be required.

Requirements

* Ph.D. in genetics, genomics, molecular biology or related disciplines; MS
  and several years of industry research experience also acceptable
* Strong critical thinking and independent problem-solving skills as
  evidenced by publication record and/or upward trend in work responsibilities
* Public presentation skills required
* Ability to perform in a high-pressure environment, including rapid changes
  in priorities and hard deadlines, absolutely necessary
* Molecular genetics skills: PCR & qPCR primer design, troubleshooting,
  optimization; restriction digest, cloning
* Epigenetics: Bisulfite sequencing and PCR, ATAC-Seq and ChIP-Seq a plus
* Genomics: Traditional short-read NGS library preparation
* Data analysis: Sanger, short-read, long-read, bisulfite sequencing
* Experience in scientific communication preferred
* Familiarity with microarray-based technology and data preferred
* Familiarity with SQL, python preferred

What We Offer

* Dog-friendly office
* Perks tailored for dog lovers including subsidized dog-walking services and
  paw-ternity leave
* Startup perks with big-company benefits
* Competitive salaries, all-inclusive health care, and equity participation
* A flexible vacation policy along with paid maternal and paternal leave
* Fully-stocked office snack bar and regular office events
* New iMacs and MacBook Pros, or laptops running Linux
* Continuing education including attending conferences

Embark Veterinary Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity
at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion,
color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status,
veteran status or disability status.


 

 

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