Associate Scientist

Revvity; Lafayette (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options

Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Time-Off

Parental Benefits

401(k) with Company Match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

A biotechnology company in Lafayette, CO, is seeking an Associate Scientist to work in its Synthetic Manufacturing laboratory. The role involves manufacturing RNA and DNA oligonucleotides, conducting quality control testing, and maintaining inventory. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree in Life or Natural Sciences and up to 3 years of lab experience. This full-time position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work in an ISO 9001:2015 certified lab environment.

Qualifications

• 0–3 years of laboratory experience required.
• Ability to learn and operate specialized laboratory equipment.
• Proficient in data entry and typing skills.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture oligonucleotides while adhering to established SOPs.
• Utilize MES to manage data related to customer orders.
• Conduct quality control testing to ensure order quantity specs.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Analytical skills using Microsoft Excel

Clear communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Life or Natural Sciences

Job description

Shift: Monday – Thursday 12:00 pm – 10:30 pm MT

Revvity seeks an Associate Scientist for our Synthetic Manufacturing laboratory in Lafayette, CO. The role will perform primary tasks in an ISO 9001:2015 laboratory, manufacturing, processing, and packaging RNA and DNA oligonucleotides. Responsibilities include quality and quantity determination, inventory control, and order packaging while learning and troubleshooting manufacturing chemistry.

Key Responsibilities

• Manufacture oligonucleotides while adhering to established SOPs.
• Utilize MES to manage data related to customer orders and inventory.
• Operate liquid handling robotics and automated sample management equipment.
• Conduct quality control testing to ensure order quantity specs using spectrophotometry.
• Accurately and efficiently complete final packaging of customer samples, maintain stocks of catalog product, and create larger library collections.
• Prioritize workload to meet customer needs and new product launches.
• Accurately and effectively complete basic equipment tasks including reagent filling, liquid‑handling robot setup, operation, cleanup, and handling of customer samples for final packaging.
• Cross‑train to ensure the capability to complete the primary tasks in each manufacturing laboratory, including oligonucleotide synthesis, quality control, and post‑synthetic process.
• Process and purify customer samples using HPLC and gel electrophoresis.
• Conduct quality control testing using HPLC, LCMS and UV‑VIS spectroscopy.
• Collect requested data and communicate to the Manager.
• Ensure process compliance by regularly monitoring, reviewing, and updating SOPs and documentation as needed.
• Maintain proper lab maintenance per SOPs and 5S standards.
• Comply with all EH&S regulations and policies.
• Fulfill other trainings, tasks and responsibilities as assigned and/or required.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Life or Natural Sciences.
• 0–3 years of laboratory experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with laboratory standard concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Ability to learn, troubleshoot, and operate specialized laboratory equipment, computers, and instrumentation software.
• Advanced analytical skills using Microsoft Excel, with proficient data entry and typing skills.
• Professional and clear communication skills, both written and verbal; teamwork is essential.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a talent for teamwork.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.

Physical Requirements & Expectations

• Ability to regularly move items weighing 30–60 pounds, with or without accommodation.

Compensation Range

The base salary range for this full‑time position is $55,000 – $62,000. The exact offer will depend on internal equity, location, and relevant experience. Base pay is one component of a total compensation package that includes bonuses, equity, and benefits.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time‑Off
• Parental Benefits
• Compassionate Care Leave
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan