NGS Scientist

Cogent Scientific, an insourced contract research organization, is looking for the right people to accomplish our Mission: to build lasting partnerships that enable the life sciences industry to accelerate discovery and innovation in research and manufacturing.  We can offer you the chance to build on your skills and knowledge while working among experts in their fields and with cutting-edge instrumentation.

Cogent Scientific offers competitive pay (with relocation bonus as needed), attractive benefits (such as medical/dental/vision insurance; 401(k); parental leave; PTO and paid holidays; etc.) and an exciting work environment.  We aim to recruit the best people who stand out among their peers and embody our Core Values:

• Client Focused: We only succeed when our clients succeed.
• Outstanding: We deliver meticulous results through outstanding performance.
• Good: We act ethically and morally.
• Employee-Centric: We honor and support our employees.
• Nimble: We are prepared to adapt in an ever-changing industry.
• Team-Oriented: We collaborate with each other and with our clients.

We currently have a role available for a Genomics Scientist to join our New York City team.

Job duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Develop and implement sequencing applications related to 3' RNA-seq, cell-free, single-cell, and FFPE sequencing.
  
  • Must have familiarity with NGS assays and methods development, including hands-on experience with RNA handling and RNA-seq methods
  • Broad experience with multiple nucleic acid and protein expression platforms, including assay design and development would be advantageous.
• Support existing and novel targeted panel development NGS.
  
  • Must be able to follow SOPs and communicate effectively with team members.
  • Experience with high content, high throughput laboratory workflows is desirable.
• Work interactively with project teams and discovery informatics to interpret data and ensure proper documentation and archiving of data analyses.
  • Data analysis capabilities using R and Python would be beneficial.
• Communicate results at project team meetings, be involved in the coordination and preparation of presentations as needed.
• Engage in extensive cross-functional communication and collaboration with internal teams.

Job requirements include, but are not limited to:

• MS-Molecular Biology or related field with 1+ years of lab experience, preferably pharma.  BS-Molecular/Cellular Biology or related field with 3+ years of lab experience outside of academia will also be considered.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Benchling.
• Team player mentality with strong written and verbal communication skills. Will be required to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams including structural biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, and biophysics.
• The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, self-motivated and details oriented, with the skills necessary to operate effectively in a fast-paced multidisciplinary environment with flexibility and an adaptable approach to goal delivery.

This job posting will close by March 31st 2026 or when a candidate is identified, whichever comes first.