Since 1999, Eurofins Genomics Blue Heron(Blue Heron Biotech) has been a pioneer in the gene synthesis industry and has delivered tens of millions of base pairs of perfectly accurate genes to thousands of customers worldwide using its proprietary GeneMaker® multi-technology platform. We are 100% committed to serving our customers with high quality, strict confidentiality standards, and rapid delivery of synthesized genes,  Plasmid DNA, and IVTmRNA.Position Summary:The Team Leader for Gene Assembly is responsible for performing all activities associated with cloning and high-throughput gene synthesis process (approx. 50%), lead in the investigation and troubleshooting of failed targets (20%), training of new employees (10%), and writing and maintaining the Gene Assembly SOP documents (approx. 10%). The Team Leader for Gene Assembly will also be assigned non-standard assembly projects; and assembly of critical reagents and buffers (10%).Position Responsibilities/Accountabilities:Clone DNA into expression cloning vectors.Carry out gene cloning steps, including strategy review, enzymatic DNA restriction and modification, PCR primer design and PCR, gel electrophoresis, band isolation and DNA purification, and ligation using standard and proprietary methods.Track and monitor cloning results and follow-up as needed with sequencing, restriction, or PCR analysis.Troubleshoot and remake any failed PCR, ligations, restriction digests, and/or transformations.Review sequencing data for troubleshooting and quality control purposes.Lead by example and encourage team members to their full potential.Perform production protocols according to established company operating procedures and assist with general production support as needed.Work within a multi-disciplinary team; meet goals for accuracy, production deadlines and throughput utilizing the company’s proprietary gene-synthesis platform and related tools.
