Gene Synthesis & Cloning Scientist Job at Quintara Biosciences, Cambridge, MA

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  • Quintara Biosciences
  • Cambridge, MA

Job Description

Take a Look at Your Future with Quintara Biosciences

· The mission of Quintara Biosciences is to provide integrated DNA services (DNA reading, writing, editing, and making) to the life science community by creating and delivering innovative translational technologies and platforms.

· A path towards your most rewarding career.You will be challenged to work in a results-driven, fast-paced organization; you will work with passionate professionals who strive to develop innovative products and technologies that advance the life sciences; and you will excel in an environment of respect, integrity, and fair opportunities for growth.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES :

· Execute the daily operations for gene synthesis and cloning workflows, ensuring timelines, quality, and efficiency are met.

· Build and optimize protocols for cloning and gene synthesis to improve accuracy, turnaround time, and scalability.

· Identify areas of improvement in processes and implement innovative solutions for workflow optimization.

· Collect and analyze data to monitor operational performance and identify potential bottlenecks.

· Collaborate with R&D, production, and quality assurance teams to ensure seamless integration of new technologies.

· Assist in the onboarding, training, and management of team members.

· Other tasks assigned by the manager, including strategic projects and cross-department collaborations.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

· Ph.D., Master’s, or Bachelor’s degree in Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or a related field.

· Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in gene synthesis, cloning, or related workflows, with at least 2 years in a leadership or managerial role.

SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

- Competence & Skills

· Must have the working experiences in a CRO company.

· Strong understanding of molecular cloning techniques, including PCR, restriction digestion, plasmid purification, Gibson assembly, Golden Gate assembly, and restriction-ligation cloning.

· Technical knowledge of gene synthesis, cloning and plasmid production processes.

· Ability to troubleshoot and optimize complex workflows in a fast-paced environment.

· Excellent organizational and analytical skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

- Professional Attitude

· Proactive, with a positive attitude and a strong drive to achieve operational excellence.

· Strong willingness to innovate and embrace challenges to improve existing systems.

· Welcome feedback and demonstrate resilience in problem-solving.

· Clear career aspiration to grow within the field of DNA technologies and operational management.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

· Report to: Director, Patrick Zhang

· Works with: Internal R&D team, production staff, business stakeholders, and cross-departmental colleagues.

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