Laboratory Associate I, Pre-Clinical en Synthego

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. 

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.

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 

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

Strong knowledge of Oligonucleotide production  

Experience with LIMS, lab management 

Experience with Google Suite 

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.