Process Development Associate / Sr Process Development Associate

Ansa Biotechnologies • Emeryville, CA

1d • $90,000 - $115,000

About The Position

Ansa Biotechnologies is seeking a Process Development Associate to join its Technical Operations team. The role uses experimental design and molecular biology expertise to transfer methods developed by R&D into robust, scalable, production-ready processes and to support ongoing process improvement. The associate works hands-on at the bench, analyzes data to identify root causes, and collaborates with R&D, Automation, Manufacturing, Informatics, and QA/QC to improve speed, cost, and quality.

Ansa Biotechnologies develops an enzymatic DNA synthesis platform that produces long, complex DNA, including clonal products up to 50 kb. The company is scaling the platform for researchers in synthetic biology, gene therapy, and biopharma.

Requirements

• 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, such as Hamilton, Tecan, Echo, or iDOT.
• Meticulous attention to detail in experimental execution and documentation.
• Proactive, can-do attitude and willingness to execute where needed while adapting quickly as priorities shift.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including 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.

Nice To Haves

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 work and measure impact.
• Perform DNA cloning and manipulation, including PCR, restriction digestion, ligation, rolling-circle amplification, assembly, 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.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and equity.
• Generous benefits package including health, dental, and vision.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Opportunity to be part of a company at the forefront of synthetic biology and innovation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level