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Laboratory Associate II, Pre-Clinical (Night Shift)

Synthego
Redwood City, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 21 Jul 2026

About the role

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: Night Shift
  • Hours: 10:30pm to 7:00am
  • 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:

    • Independently follow standard operating procedures and departmental protocols to set up, operate, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment 

    • Execute established laboratory and production workflows with limited guidance, including preparation, processing, documentation, and related production activities 

    • Monitor and execute production work, make observations, record results, and escalate issues appropriately 

    • Capture production data accurately and maintain documentation in compliance with laboratory, quality, and organizational standards 

    • Review routine production records for accuracy and completeness before handoff or submission 

    • Identify routine process or equipment issues and troubleshoot under supervision when appropriate 

    • Support multiple production workflows and adapt to changing priorities as needed 

    • Maintain inventory of laboratory products, reagents, and supplies, including material requests and inventory updates as needed 

    • Collaborate with cross-functional partners to support production timelines and resolve routine operational needs 

    • Train or support team members on assigned laboratory and production processes once qualified 

    About You:

    • AA in Chemistry, Biotech Certification, or equivalent relevant work experience 

    • 1+ year of industry experience within a manufacturing, production, or laboratory environment 

    • Working knowledge of laboratory, safety, quality, and production protocols 

    • Understanding of quality concepts and the importance of complete, accurate production documentation 

    • Excellent attention to detail and strong commitment to quality 

    • Strong time management skills and ability to work independently while knowing when to escalate 

    • Able to work effectively both independentl

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