Laboratory Associate I, Pre-Clinical

Synthego; Redwood City (CA); Hybrid; USD 77,366,000 - 80,231,000; Full time

Job summary

Synthego is seeking motivated Lab Associates to join the manufacturing teams responsible for synthesizing and purifying gRNA products in both Research Use Only and GMP facilities. You will operate advanced automation, follow SOPs, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality oligonucleotides.

Responsibilities include maintaining instruments, monitoring quality, managing inventory, and collaborating with the broader team during a highly automated workflow.

Qualifications

• AA in Chemistry or Biotech certification or relevant work experience.
• 0–1 year of industry experience in manufacturing/production environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Support daily lab operations by following SOPs and protocols to set up, operate, and maintain instruments and equipment.
• Monitor lab work to ensure compliance with standards and procedures.
• Maintain inventory of laboratory products and supplies.
• Coordinate and document instrumentation events and communicate updates to the team.
• Synthesize oligos by following established SOPs.
• Operate automated robotic systems to manage liquid products in a highly automated workflow.
• Purification of oligonucleotides.
• Tubing and plating of guide work orders.

Skills

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Strong communication

Problem solving

Multitasking

Education

AA in Chemistry

Biotech Certification

Tools

LIMS

Lab management

Google Suite

Job description

We are searching for motivated, enthusiastic, and hands-on individuals interested in advancing science through the manufacturing of our CRISPR products. As a Lab Associate at Synthego, you will join our growing operations team and have direct responsibility for the synthesis and purification of our gRNA products in the Research Use Only factory and GMP factory.This role requires a strong attention to detail, a desire to learn and adapt to new processes, and familiarity with safe laboratory practices. This role will combine hands-on laboratory protocols with advanced automation to ensure the timely delivery of high quality products to our customers.

Available Shift and Training Schedule

• Shift:DayShift
• Hours:6:30am to 3:00pm
• Days:Monday - Friday
• Training:Training will take up to 3 months. During the training period you may be asked to temporarily move to a different shift time due to staffing and training needs. After training is complete, you will work the hours/days of the week you were hired for.

What You'll Do:

• Supports daily laboratory operations by following standard operating procedures and departmental protocols to set up, operate, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment
• Monitors lab work to ensure compliance with set laboratory and organization standards
• Responsible for maintaining inventory of laboratory products and supplies
• Coordinate, perform, troubleshoot, and document laboratory instrumentation events, communicating updates to the broader team.
• Synthesize oligonucleotides by following established SOPs
• Operate complex automated robotic systems to manage liquid products through a highly automated workflow
• Purification of Oligonucleotides
• Tubing and plating of guide work orders

About You:

• AA in Chemistry, Biotech Certification, or relevant work experience
• 0-1 year of industry experience within the manufacturing/production environment
• Self-motivated individual with attention to detail
• Excited to work in a dynamic start-up environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Able to multitask and prioritize work effectively

Nice to Haves:

• Strong knowledge of Oligonucleotide production
• Experience with LIMS, lab management
• Experience with Google Suite

$27 - $28 an hour

Our Mission

Synthego® is a pioneering force in the biotechnology industry, dedicated to advancing the frontiers of CRISPR cell and gene therapies through cutting-edge CRISPR technology and expertise. Our mission is to provide unparalleled access to CRISPR solutions at scale, empowering applications from Discovery to Clinic. Driven by a visionary approach, we strive to accelerate the therapeutic development process with best-in-class CRISPR solutions, simplified licensing & expert guidance, driving the adoption and success of CRISPR-based therapies to benefit all patients.