Full-Time

Quality Control Analyst

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Synthego

Synthego

51-200 employees

Provides synthetic RNA and gene editing tools

Biotechnology

Compensation Overview

$30 - $34Hourly

Entry, Junior

San Carlos, CA, USA

Position requires onsite presence in Redwood City, CA.

Category
Lab & Research
Life Sciences
Requirements
  • 1+ years in a regulated Quality Control or similar role
  • Bachelor’s Degree in a Chemistry or Biochemistry or scientific discipline and/ or equivalent experience
  • Possess working knowledge of cGMP
  • Strong communication skills
  • High degree of attention to detail
Responsibilities
  • Conduct Routine testing of raw materials, In-process, stability and finished goods samples from the manufacturing process step
  • Conduct testing following SOPs using LCMS, HPLC, UV/Vis, Wet Bench chemistry, Raman spectroscopy, pH as well as Microbiology and Environmental testing such as Endotoxin, Bioburden, and others.
  • Conduct molecular biology testings following SOPs to perform PCR, DNA sequencing and cloning. Experience with Illumina sequencer is highly desirable.
  • Conduct routine QC lab cleaning and maintenance.
  • Conduct QC equipment preventive maintenance or calibration.
  • Conduct shipping inspection of Finished Goods.
  • Conduct QC reagent inventory and order reagents and supplies.
  • Assist in QC reagent qualification and studies.
  • Trend EM and QC data results
  • Document, analyze, and interpret QC and experimental data.
  • Responds to internal and external customer inquiries and requests as relevant to product quality or integrity.
  • Investigates customer complaints and obtains data for customer inquiries that are relevant to QC.
  • Management of contract testing labs for in-process and final release assays.
  • Provides troubleshooting support for analytical equipment (LC-MS, HPLC, GC)
Desired Qualifications
  • Analytical instrumentation experience, including instrument troubleshooting, is preferred (e.g. ESI-MS, LC-MS, HPLC, GC, bioburden testing, endotoxin testing, KF, UV/VIS etc.)

Synthego specializes in biotechnology, focusing on genetic engineering by providing synthetic RNA and gene editing tools. Their products enable scientists to modify genes, which can lead to advancements in disease treatment and agricultural improvements. Synthego serves a variety of clients, including research institutions, pharmaceutical companies, and biotech startups, who utilize their products for drug discovery, disease modeling, and genetic research. The company operates in a growing market driven by increased investment in genetic research and the application of gene editing. Synthego's business model is based on the production and sale of synthetic RNA and gene editing tools, generating revenue through direct sales to clients. Additionally, they offer a platform that grants users access to advanced gene editing capabilities. Synthego aims to be a leading provider of essential tools and services in the genetic engineering field.

Company Stage

Series E

Total Funding

$446.9M

Headquarters

Menlo Park, California

Founded

2012

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

-1%

2 year growth

-3%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Partnership with AstraZeneca boosts Synthego's CRISPR enzyme portfolio and market reach.
  • New GMP facility increases production capacity for high-quality CRISPR components.
  • Patent victory against Agilent removes legal barriers, fostering innovation and expansion.

What critics are saying

  • Emerging competition from companies like Mammoth Biosciences threatens Synthego's market position.
  • Rapid CRISPR advancements could render Synthego's offerings obsolete without continuous innovation.
  • Ethical and regulatory scrutiny may delay or restrict Synthego's product deployment.

What makes Synthego unique

  • Synthego integrates machine learning and automation for scalable genome engineering solutions.
  • The company offers a full-stack platform combining hardware, software, and bioinformatics.
  • Synthego's strategic partnerships enhance its CRISPR tool offerings and market position.

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