Molecular Biology Production Associate Scientist, Gene Production

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in daily molecular biology production activities, including gene synthesis and related laboratory processes.
• Learn and follow laboratory SOPs, quality standards, and safety requirements.
• Support production goals to ensure quality, productivity, and on-time delivery targets are achieved.
• Absorb routine troubleshooting and process optimization activities.
• Gain hands-on experience with laboratory equipment, automation platforms, and production workflows.
• Assist team leaders and supervisors in coordinating daily activities.
• Support workload planning and task execution.
• Participate in cross-functional communication and collaboration.
• Help maintain a positive and productive team environment.

Training & Development

• Complete structured training programs in molecular biology production, quality systems, and laboratory operations.
• Participate in cross-training opportunities across different production functions.
• Develop technical expertise in gene synthesis workflows and related processes.
• Learn leadership fundamentals, communication skills, and problem-solving methodologies.
• Participate in Lean and Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Assist in identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, and operational performance.
• Support 5S and laboratory organization activities.
• Contribute to process standardization and best-practice implementation.

Continuous Improvement

• Participate in Lean and Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Assist in identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, and operational performance.
• Support 5S and laboratory organization activities.
• Contribute to process standardization and best-practice implementation.

Problem Solving

• Learn root cause analysis methodologies and structured problem-solving approaches.
• Assist in investigating production issues and implementing corrective actions.
• Participate in process improvement projects and performance monitoring activities.

Leadership Development

• Develop foundational leadership and project management skills.
• Participate in mentoring and coaching programs.
• Lead small improvement projects under supervision.
• Build capabilities in communication, coordination, decision-making, and team collaboration.
• Prepare for future advancement into Team Lead and Supervisor roles.

Job Requirements

• Education: Master's degree in biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Genetics, or a related scientific field.
• Experience: No prior industry experience required. Laboratory internship, undergraduate research, capstone projects, or student leadership experience is preferred. Exposure to molecular biology techniques is a plus.
• Skills: Strong learning ability and willingness to develop new skills, good analytical and problem-solving abilities, effective communication and interpersonal skills, ability to work independently as well as within a team environment, proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Competencies: Strong sense of ownership and accountability, positive attitude and growth mindset, adaptability and willingness to learn, team-oriented approach, results-driven mindset, demonstrated leadership potential.

Other Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences with relevant work experience may also be considered.
• Prior experience in molecular cloning techniques (e.g., plasmid construction, restriction digestion, ligation, PCR, transformation) is highly preferred.
• Hands-on experience in a laboratory or production setting is a plus.
• Fluency in Mandarin Chinese is preferred.
• Fast learner with the ability to quickly adapt to new techniques and protocols.
• Must be able to work on-site in Piscataway, NJ.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match that vests fully on day one.
• Paid parental leave after just three (3) months of employment.
• Paid time off policy that includes vacation time, personal time, sick time, floating holidays, and company holidays.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• Life and AD&D insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Legal assistance.
• Supplemental plans such as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• Commuter benefits.
• Well-being initiatives.
• Peer-to-peer recognition programs.