Manufacturing Associate — High-Throughput DNA Production

Twist Bioscience; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Twist Bioscience is seeking a Manufacturing Associate to join our Operations team in Wilsonville, OR. The role focuses on producing DNA and plasmid products, running high-throughput, automated lab workflows, and adhering to SOPs in a cleanroom environment.

The ideal candidate will have biology or chemistry background, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work safely and cooperatively in a fast-paced startup setting.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in a fast-paced, high-throughput lab manufacturing environment.
• Associates or Bachelors degree in Biology, chemistry or related field desirable.
• Good written and verbal communication skills are critical.
• Good computer skills (Excel, Word, Atlassian) and ability to learn software quickly.
• Ability to pay great attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture high quality custom products in a high throughput lab according to SOPs.
• Operate laboratory equipment and liquid handling robots (e.g., Hamilton Stars) and related instruments.
• Apply molecular biology techniques including PCR, DNA quantitation, purification and cloning.
• Maintain thorough documentation using templates and software; update work instructions as needed.
• Work independently and safely, with lean manufacturing practices.

Skills

High-throughput lab

Attention to detail

Written/verbal communication

MS Office / Atlassian

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in Biology/Chemistry

Tools

PCR equipment

DNA quantitation instruments

Illumina sequencing systems

Job description

Twist Bioscience is seeking a Manufacturing Associate to join our Operations team in Wilsonville, OR. The role focuses on producing DNA and plasmid products, running high-throughput, automated lab workflows, and adhering to SOPs in a cleanroom environment.

The ideal candidate will have biology or chemistry background, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work safely and cooperatively in a fast-paced startup setting.