Lead DNA Synthesis Manufacturing Associate

Ansa Biotechnologies, Inc.; Emeryville (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

Equity

Professional development

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Ansa Biotechnologies, Inc. is hiring to accelerate DNA synthesis and automate manufacturing processes. You will work with a multidisciplinary team of chemists, enzymologists, and automation experts to scale production and develop next-generation manufacturing systems.

The role requires hands-on experience with DNA synthesizers, cloning, and cell culture, and offers an equity-involved, fast-paced environment at the forefront of synthetic biology.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years handling and/or managing complex instrumentation in life sciences.
• Proven track record operating lab equipment and custom-built instruments per SOPs.
• Experience formulating reagents and following strict QC procedures.
• Knowledge of molecular cloning and bacterial cell culture from education or hands-on work.
• Experience with liquid handling robots (Hamilton, Tecan, Agilent Bravo) and similar high-throughput tools.

Responsibilities

• Operate custom DNA synthesizers per SOPs with high attention to detail.
• Prepare reagents and buffers, perform QC, configure instruments, and conduct cloning/cell culture.
• Maintain traceable records using LIMS and existing systems.
• Update SOPs and work instructions as needed.
• Collaborate across manufacturing, tech transfer and development to scale pipelines.
• Design and scale next-generation manufacturing systems with a multidisciplinary team.
• Must lift 50 lbs and stand for long periods.
• Foster clear communication and collaboration across diverse teams.

Skills

Laboratory instrumentation

Molecular cloning

Cell culture

Liquid handling robots

Communication

Education

BS in life sciences

Tools

Hamilton robot

Tecan robot

Agilent Bravo

Job description

Ansa Biotechnologies, Inc. is hiring to accelerate DNA synthesis and automate manufacturing processes. You will work with a multidisciplinary team of chemists, enzymologists, and automation experts to scale production and develop next-generation manufacturing systems.

The role requires hands-on experience with DNA synthesizers, cloning, and cell culture, and offers an equity-involved, fast-paced environment at the forefront of synthetic biology.