Biotech Lab Ops & Research Associate I (Singapore)

Antheia; Menlo Park (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive compensation package

Job summary

Antheia, Singapore-based biotech company, is seeking a Lab Operations and Research Associate I to keep the lab running and perform hands-on strain construction alongside senior scientists. You will handle reagent prep, inventory, autoclaving, and general lab infrastructure, while engaging in molecular biology tasks and maintaining precise ELN documentation.

The role involves working in a fast-paced metabolic engineering environment with opportunities to contribute to real therapeutic impact and

Qualifications

• B.S. in Biology, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, or a related field.
• 1–2 years of relevant laboratory experience (industry, internship, or intensive academic research).
• Hands-on experience with basic molecular biology techniques (PCR, gel electrophoresis, cloning).
• Familiarity with microbial culture (yeast or bacteria) and aseptic technique.
• Outstanding organizational and time-management skills; ability to prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• High attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining a safe, clean work environment.
• Physical ability to lift 40 pounds and perform repetitive lab tasks.
• Experience operating analytical equipment such as HPLC systems, and comfort with related workflows is a plus.
• Experience with Benchling or similar digital lab management tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lab Operations & Infrastructure: Manage daily lab operations, including receiving/logging deliveries, monitoring stock levels, and placing daily orders.
• Lab Operations & Infrastructure: Coordinate with accounting for invoices and purchase orders to ensure a steady supply chain.
• Lab Operations & Infrastructure: Maintain lab tidiness and safety by cleaning common bench areas and general-use equipment.
• Lab Operations & Infrastructure: Manage the sterilization cycle: washing and autoclaving glassware, pipette tips, tubes, and plates.
• Lab Operations & Infrastructure: Troubleshoot laboratory equipment and schedule routine maintenance or repairs.
• Reagent & Strain Support: Prepare high-quality liquid media, agar plates, buffers, and stock solutions for molecular biology.
• Reagent & Strain Support: Prepare and validate competent yeast and E. coli cells.
• Reagent & Strain Support: Assist in the systematic banking and cataloging of engineered strains.
• Technical Research Support: Execute routine molecular biology tasks including PCR, DNA assembly (cloning), and plasmid preparation.
• Technical Research Support: Perform yeast transformations and strain verification via colony PCR and gel electrophoresis.
• Technical Research Support: Conduct routine laboratory assays and protocols, including spectrophotometry (OD600 measurements), plate-based colorimetric assays, and sample preparation for downstream analysis
• Technical Research Support: Document all work accurately in Electronic Lab Notebooks (ELN) and follow established SOPs.

Skills

Molecular biology

PCR

Gel electrophoresis

Yeast handling

Aseptic technique

Lab safety

ELN documentation

Communication

Organization

Team collaboration

Benchling

HPLC familiarity

Education

Bachelor's in Biology

Biotechnology degree

Molecular biology background

Tools

Benchling

HPLC

Job description

Antheia, Singapore-based biotech company, is seeking a Lab Operations and Research Associate I to keep the lab running and perform hands-on strain construction alongside senior scientists. You will handle reagent prep, inventory, autoclaving, and general lab infrastructure, while engaging in molecular biology tasks and maintaining precise ELN documentation.

The role involves working in a fast-paced metabolic engineering environment with opportunities to contribute to real therapeutic impact and