Night Shift Position

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1. Please read the attached job description. In your own words please describe what you expect to do on a daily basis in this position. On the daily basis, I think I would be preparing DNA sequence template, PCR amplifications, gel electrophoresis and sequencing data analysis. I would have to strictly follow SOPs and manager’s direction. I need to also check the inventory and order more supplies, I need to prepare buffers and other solutions. I also have to communicate with customers in a professional manner. Other works that I would be doing is cleaning and stocking supplies. 2. This is a full-time night-shift position with a schedule of Monday through Friday, 6PM to 2AM or later depending on the workload. Please describe how this would …show more content…

When I wake up early in the morning, I feel extremely tired. Therefore a night shift would be better for me. Also, my schedule would be very flexible during the date, and I would be freely to do anything during the day. I think the night-time shift may reduce the time I meet up with friends because they work during the day. However, except for that, it wouldn’t affect me that much. 3. GENEWIZ is a leading global genomics service company. A full-service provider, GENEWIZ provides DNA sequencing, gene synthesis, molecular biology, next generation sequencing, bioinformatics, and GLP regulatory services. Why are you interested in working for a service company? I have graduated with a bachelor degree in Biochemistry and I want to find a job that is in the field. I have been always interested in genomics back in the school days because of its importance in term of health as well as significant science findings. Therefore I would like to be part of the company. 4. A procedure calls for adding 10ul of solution A, then adding 200 ul of solution B. While you are performing this procedure a co-worker interrupts you for clarification on an order you processed earlier in the evening. You add 200 ul of solution B. Almost immediately you realize that you forgot to add solution A. How do you