Laboratory Associate I, Pre-Clinical
We are searching for motivated, detail-oriented, and hands-on individuals interested in advancing science through the manufacturing of CRISPR products. As a Laboratory Associate II at Synthego, you will join our operations team and independently execute established laboratory and production workflows.
This role requires strong attention to detail, sound judgment, adaptability, and working knowledge of laboratory, safety, quality, and production protocols. The Laboratory Associate II is expected to manage routine work with limited guidance, recognize when issues require escalation, maintain accurate production documentation, collaborate cross-functionally, and support the development of other team members through training on assigned processes.
Available Shift and Training Schedule Shift: Day Shift
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
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.