Senior Associate - Analytical Sciences and Quality Control

Metagenomi in Emeryville, California, United States

$100,000 - $115,000

We are seeking a Senior Associate, ACQC to be responsible for conducting analytical testing supporting routine and non-routine testing. Reporting to the Associate Director, ASQC, this role contributes to QC routine operation, including Analyzing samples for routine and non-routine testing, training in new assays, and performing method qualification/validation. You will have the opportunity to make a lasting impact as you partner with Analytical Sciences, Product Engineering and Manufacturing supporting routine testing. This role will be based in Emeryville, California.

How you’ll contribute:

  • Conduct analytical testing per approved SOPs, analyzing and reporting data, data review, and maintaining lab equipment for products that may include release, in-process, and raw material samples.
  • Perform assays for AS/QC laboratory:
    • Routine and non-routine in-process, final product protein chemistry testing for product release
    • Stability testing, reference/reagent qualification testing
    • Analytical method qualification and validation testing
    • Product/method development testing
  • Perform lab investigation, and reports aberrant results to management
  • Maintain lab cleanliness and orderliness and comply with site Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) requirements
  • Training in new assays within the required time


What you bring:

  • Undergraduate degree in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Immunoloy or a related discipline
  • At least 5  years industry experience  in a regulated GMP testing laboratory
  • Demonstrated assay testing skills and knowledge
    • Experience with Activity, Potency methods such as microplate base assay, ELISA;  knowledge of cell assays , Protein chemistry methods such as SoloVPE, and UV-Spectrophotometry, SDS-PAGE
  • Effective oral and written communication, prioritization and organizational skills
  • Able to quickly learn and adapt to new software tools (Google Suite, Slack)
  • Highly collaborative, solutions oriented, and thrives in a fast-moving startup environment

California Pay Transparency Disclosure:

This position is classified as an exempt position under the Federal Labor Standards Act.  The anticipated base salary range for this position will be $100,000 - $115,000 .  You will also be eligible to receive equity, bonuses, and a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits depending on the position offered. Please note that individual total compensation for this position will be determined at the Company’s sole discretion and may vary based on location, skill level, years and depth of relevant experience, and education.

About Metagenomi

Metagenomi is a gene editing company committed to developing potentially curative therapeutics by leveraging a proprietary toolbox of next-generation gene editing systems to accurately edit DNA where current technologies cannot. Our metagenomics-powered discovery platform and analytical expertise reveal novel cellular machinery sourced from otherwise unknown organisms. We adapt and forge these naturally evolved systems into powerful gene editing systems that are ultra-small, extremely efficient, highly specific and have a decreased risk of immune response. These systems fuel our pipeline of novel medicines and can be leveraged by partners. Our goal is to revolutionize gene editing for the benefit of patients around the world. For more information, please visit https://metagenomi.co/.

What makes Metagenomi a unique place to work?

  • We are passionate about developing technologies derived from microbial-rich ecosystems that have the power to enable therapeutic development and the potential to cure devastating disease.
  • We have cultivated an amazing culture that values teamwork, curiosity, scientific rigor, and fun. We have a strong commitment to work/life balance, host a weekly employee happy hour and events, provide catered lunches and endless snacks, and more!
  • We offer competitive compensation including a market-benchmarked salary, annual target bonus, equity in an early-stage startup, and a comprehensive benefits plan, including 401(k) matching, a retirement safe harbor plan, and other perks.

At Metagenomi, we know that our people drive our success. We are an equal-opportunity employer and believe in and value diversity and inclusion. Metagenomi provides an open, collegial, and friendly work environment where we empower people and provide them with opportunities to develop their long-term careers. Metagenomi does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, age, physical or mental disability, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. Please note, all candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

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