The posting
Ansa Biotechnologies is redefining how scientists access synthetic DNA. Our proprietary enzymatic DNA synthesis platform enables the production of long, complex, sequence-perfect DNA — up to 50 kb clonal products — that traditional chemical synthesis cannot achieve. Backed by over $54M in Series B funding, we are scaling our technology to serve researchers in synthetic biology, gene therapy, and biopharma. Learn more at ansabio.com.
The Role
We are looking for a Process Development Associate to join our Technical Operations team. You will use rigorous experimental design and molecular biology expertise to take newly developed methods from R&D and turn them into robust, scalable, production-ready processes — then keep improving them. If you're excited to work hands-on at the bench, dig into data to find root causes, and partner across R&D, Automation, Manufacturing, and QA to raise the bar on speed, cost, and quality, we'd love to hear from you.
What You’ll Do
- Partner with R&D to transfer newly developed molecular biology methods into reproducible, production-ready processes
- Contribute to continuous improvement projects, using process and cost data to prioritize and measure impact
- Perform DNA cloning and manipulation (PCR, restriction digestion, ligation, rolling-circle amplification, assembly (eg Gibson, Golden-gate, etc), transformation, gel electrophoresis, DNA purification and quantification)
- Maintain thorough, well-organized lab notebooks and experimental documentation
- Analyze data rigorously and present findings to the team
- Partner with QA/QC to ensure process changes are validated and meet quality standards before rollout
- Work hands-on alongside R&D, Manufacturing, Automation, and Informatics
What We’re Looking For
Required:
- BS or MS in molecular biology, biochemistry, bioengineering, or a related field
- 1–5 years of hands-on laboratory experience (academic or industry)
- Strong foundational skills in DNA cloning, manipulation, and analysis
- Experience with automated liquid handlers (eg. Hamilton, Tecan, Echo, iDOT)
- Meticulous attention to detail in experimental execution and documentation
- A proactive, can-do attitude. You’re ready to jump in and execute wherever the work takes you, adapting quickly as priorities shift
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical findings and process changes to cross-functional partners in R&D, Manufacturing, Automation, and QA.
- Ability to learn new techniques and concepts quickly
Preferred:
- Experience with process development, method optimization, scale-up, or technology transfer
- Experience working in a high throughput manufacturing environment
- Exposure to enzymatic assays or nucleic acid biochemistry
- Comfort working with ambiguity and shifting priorities in a fast-moving R&D environment
What We Offer
You’ll work on technology that is fundamentally changing how DNA is made — enabling applications in gene therapy, synthetic biology, and beyond that weren’t previously possible. This is an opportunity to have outsized impact at a well-funded, growing company with a collaborative team and hard technical problems worth solving.
- Competitive salary and equity.
- Generous benefits package including health, dental, and vision.
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
- A collaborative and innovative work environment.
- The opportunity to be part of a company at the forefront of synthetic biology and innovation.
San Francisco Bay Area Pay Range
$89,000 - $100k depending upon experience
Ansa Biotechnologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
At Ansa, we are building a high-performing team focused on changing how scientists access DNA. We look for people who are curious, rigorous, accountable, and excited to work on hard problems. Our hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications, experience, and the needs of the business.
