Oligonucleotide Synthesis Technician — GMP Lab

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

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.