Ansa Biotechnologies

Senior Director, Technical Operations & Automation

Emeryville, CA · Director

Sponsorship not specified$220k-$250kDetected 48 days ago

Supply ChainBioinformaticsMolecular BiologyResearchLeadershipMentoring

About the role

Compared to reading or editing life's code, writing new code from scratch has remained one of the field's most elusive challenges.
We believe that the biggest challenges our world faces will be solved using biotechnology and that DNA synthesis is the fuel for that transformation.
Our enzyme-based approach (published in Nature Biotechnology) promises to dramatically accelerate innovation in biological research and biotechnology, including therapeutics, diagnostics, biomanufacturing, and synthetic biology.

 Develop strategies to scale sensitive biological reactions into robust industrial processes.
 Drive initiatives to maximize first pass yields, reduce COGS through automation and
 Drive the Automation Index - increasing the percentage of hands-free synthesis
 Partner with Software teams to ensure seamless data flow between LIMS, scheduling
 Partner with Software teams to implement real-time Statistical Process Control (SPC) to
 Partner with Quality leadership to build robust systems with "Quality in mind" (ISO
9001/13485 readiness) including deviation management, CAPA support, and change
 Partner closely with the COO on future facility build-outs, including equipment strategy,
 Serve as a key cross-functional partner to R&D, Product Management, Commercial
 Help translate company strategy into a manufacturing roadmap that supports growth.

related field. (Equivalent deep industry experience with a BS/MS will be fully
 Experience: 10+ years of progressive experience in biotech technical operations or
manufacturing, with a proven track record of 5+ years leading automation-centric
 Technical Expertise: Expert-level knowledge of liquid handling programming, custom
 Scaling Success: Proven track record of moving processes from R&D into reliable, high-
 Systems Thinking: Ability to visualize the entire synthesis lifecycle, from digital
 Leadership: Strong executive presence with the ability to influence across functions
 Education: PhD in Molecular Biology, Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering, or a
considered).
organizations or teams.
hardware integration, and scaling complex biochemical reactions.
volume commercial production.
sequence to purified DNA product.
(R&D, Commercial, Finance) and inspire teams to solve "impossible" engineering

 Establish a disciplined framework for tech transfer from R&D into Manufacturing,
ensuring processes are controlled, documented, and scalable.
improve cycle time.

In addition to base salary, this position is
$220,000 - $250,000.
Note: This range represents the expected base salary for this role at the time of posting.
compensation within this range will be determined based on factors such as specific skills,
 San Francisco Bay Area Base Salary Range: $220,000 - $250,000.
Note: This range represents the expected base salary for this role at the time of posting. Actual

 Competitive base salary and equity options.
 Generous benefits package including comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
relevant experience, education, and internal equity.
eligible for an equity package and our full benefits portfolio.

teams, Supply Chain, Finance, and Quality.
 The opportunity to be part of a company at the forefront of synthetic biology and

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