Manufacturing Associate at Twist Bioscience

Portland, Oregon, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Biotechnology, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

  • Experience in a high-throughput, fast-paced laboratory manufacturing environment (relevant experience will be considered)
  • Knowledge of molecular and cell biology processes and techniques, particularly PCR, DNA quantitation, purification, and cloning
  • Ability to work independently and maintain attention to detail
  • Ability to work in a cleanroom environment and follow good manufacturing practices (GMP)
  • Team player with strong organizational skills

Responsibilities

  • Manufacture high-quality custom products in a high-throughput manufacturing lab according to established SOPs
  • Operate laboratory equipment and liquid handling robots (e.g., Hamilton Stars, bioanalyzers, centrifuges, sealers, thermocyclers, spectrometers, Illumina Next-Gen sequencers)
  • Utilize molecular and cell biology processes and techniques
  • Maintain thorough, accurate, and detailed documentation of all work performed using existing document templates and software applications
  • Update and write work instructions and documentation
  • Troubleshoot issues and handle process deviations with the assistance of Leads and Supervisors
  • Package and/or organize products for shipping
  • Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and ISO practices
  • Learn and adopt lean manufacturing concepts
  • Complete daily assigned tasks to maintain the manufacturing schedule and report back to Lead and Supervisor

Skills

PCR
DNA quantitation
DNA purification
Cloning
GMP
Cleanroom
Hamilton Stars
Bioanalyzer
Centrifuges
Thermocyclers
Spectrometers
Illumina Sequencing
SOPs

Twist Bioscience

Produces synthetic DNA for biotechnology applications

About Twist Bioscience

Twist Bioscience specializes in creating synthetic DNA for applications in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and research. Their proprietary platform allows for the quick and accurate production of DNA sequences, providing clients with products like genes, oligo pools, and variant libraries. The company stands out by offering high-quality DNA at competitive prices, making them a valuable partner for academic institutions and pharmaceutical companies. Twist Bioscience aims to support advancements in personalized medicine and biotechnology through their innovative DNA synthesis solutions.

South San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2013Year Founded
$236.5MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan

Risks

Increased competition from Ginkgo Bioworks may impact Twist's market share.
Dependency on AI technologies could pose integration and operational challenges.
New CIO appointment may lead to transitional challenges in IT strategy and operations.

Differentiation

Twist Bioscience uses a unique silicon-based DNA synthesis platform for precision and scale.
They offer high-quality DNA sequences at competitive prices, attracting diverse clients.
Their proprietary platform provides instant feedback on DNA sequence synthesis feasibility.

Upsides

Growing demand for synthetic DNA in personalized medicine boosts Twist's market potential.
Collaboration with Absci leverages AI to accelerate antibody discovery and drug development.
Synthetic biology market projected to grow at 28.8% CAGR, benefiting Twist's growth.

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