Specialist - Standard Desalt, Purified Tubes

Danaher • Coralville, IA

26d • Onsite

About The Position

Bring more to life. Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology? At Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT), one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life. Our team at Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT), is united by a commitment to collaboration and scientific excellence, building on a strong foundation of innovation, expertise, and reliability. Guided by our vision to help researchers rapidly move from the lab to life-changing advances, we work closely with global partners to accelerate progress and genomics breakthroughs across fields like cancer, infectious disease, rare genetic disorders, and more. At IDT, you’ll be part of a culture rooted in continuous learning and improvement—where your growth fuels our mission to accelerate the pace of genomics and helps shape a healthier, brighter future for all. Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible. This Specialist position is part of the Standard Desalt and Purified Tubes Value Stream located in Coralville, Iowa and will be on site. At IDT, we are one global team. We celebrate our differences, engage in healthy debate, and are inclusive. Together, we accomplish great things. Shift: Overnights Sunday - Wednesday 8:30pm-7am In this role, you will have the opportunity to: Lead the synthesis, processing, documentation and release of Non-Catalog (Platinum Oligo Service) and off-catalog oligos. In addition, assist with catalog oligos requiring special synthesis/processing through a manufacturing process rider. Assist in determining feasibility and quoting for Non-Catalog requests by attending Non-Catalog request/review meetings. Collaborate with the Non-Catalog Process Owner, as needed, for development of new processes or requirements for Non-Catalog or off-catalog requests. Assist in tracking and actioning In-Flights, large orders, and other oligos that are impactful to Failure and OTD metrics. Reviews synthesis failures daily to identify potential reworks, failure modes, and production trends. Assists the Process Owner in daily report reviews. Initiate and assist with Synthesis projects, via Deviations and MOC’s, that aim to decrease oligo failures, improve OTD, improve oligo synthesis throughput and efficiency, and/or simplify the synthesis process.

Requirements

• An associate degree in a science-related field (biology, chemistry, etc.) and 2 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to make decisions based on gained knowledge/experience that are not found in SOP’s in order to troubleshoot and action against various oligo failure modes.
• Proficiency in a variety of PC software programs with strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (and an emphasis on Excel)

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in a science related field preferred.
• Ability to fluctuate priorities throughout the workday, as well as balancing project work with production work as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead the synthesis, processing, documentation and release of Non-Catalog (Platinum Oligo Service) and off-catalog oligos.
• Assist with catalog oligos requiring special synthesis/processing through a manufacturing process rider.
• Assist in determining feasibility and quoting for Non-Catalog requests by attending Non-Catalog request/review meetings.
• Collaborate with the Non-Catalog Process Owner, as needed, for development of new processes or requirements for Non-Catalog or off-catalog requests.
• Assist in tracking and actioning In-Flights, large orders, and other oligos that are impactful to Failure and OTD metrics.
• Reviews synthesis failures daily to identify potential reworks, failure modes, and production trends.
• Assists the Process Owner in daily report reviews.
• Initiate and assist with Synthesis projects, via Deviations and MOC’s, that aim to decrease oligo failures, improve OTD, improve oligo synthesis throughput and efficiency, and/or simplify the synthesis process.

Benefits

• This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.
• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree