Ultima Genomics builds high-throughput sequencing platforms — the UG 100 and UG200 Series — for population-scale genomics at industry-leading cost per genome. Backed by Khosla, Lightspeed and a16z.
About the role
Ultima Genomics is a rapidly growing company that is developing ground-breaking genomics technologies. Our mission is to continuously drive the scale of genomic information to enable unprecedented advances in biology and improvements in human health. We have developed a foundational new approach to sequencing at scale that overcomes limitations due to the high costs of current technologies. We are well-funded and have raised approximately $600 million from global top-tier investors.
What they're looking for
- BS with 8+ years of relevant experience, MS with 5+ years, or Ph.D. with 3+ years of related experience
- Hands-on experience and a strong working knowledge of NGS library preparation workflows, including sample handling, quality control, and optimization across diverse input types
- Experience teaching, training, or mentoring peers or customers
- Demonstrated ability to balance long-term strategic goals with short-term deliverables
- Meticulous attention to detail and the ability to follow complex operating procedures accurately
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills, with a commitment to high-quality results
More about this role
Ultima Genomics is a rapidly growing company that is developing ground-breaking genomics technologies. Our mission is to continuously drive the scale of genomic information to enable unprecedented advances in biology and improvements in human health. We have developed a foundational new approach to sequencing at scale that overcomes limitations due to the high costs of current technologies. We are well-funded and have raised approximately $600 million from global top-tier investors. Our team brings together unique and diverse expertise across multiple disciplines, from healthcare and life sciences, to engineering, to technology and software and beyond. We are a collaborative group, including successful entrepreneurs, chemists, hardware and software engineers, genomics and biotechnology experts, molecular and computational biologists, software and algorithm experts, and operations and commercial leaders. Join us to develop and commercialize technologies that unleash the power of genomics at scale and empower the future of human health.
We are looking for a highly motivated Senior Field Application Scientist to join our team!
This is a full-time remote position with preferred...
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