About The Role

We are seeking a highly effective, motivated recent graduate to join our team. You will experience all facets of building a startup at a cutting edge biotech company in San Carlos! You will work with an experienced team of founders and scientists running lab experiments and assays. You are a good fit for this role if you resonate with our values: namely if you work hard, are ambitious, creative, and honest, write python scripts to solve your problems, and will do whatever it takes to win.

Application Requirements:

Your cover letter should be one page give clear examples of the following:

• An instance in which you demonstrated an exceptional work ethic
• An instance in which you unblocked the critical path
• An instance in which you demonstrated exceptional attention to detail

This job is not 9-5

• This is an opportunity to work very hard, learn a lot, and develop skills that will serve you well later in life
• This is not an opportunity to focus on work life balance

Who You Are:

• BS in STEM or biology field with GPA >= 3.5 and <=1 year out of undergrad
• Extremely strong work ethic
• Python scripting ability
• Highly motivated and ambitious
• Proficiency with Google Sheets and Google Slides
• Live within a 30 minute commute of San Carlos
• Knowledge of aseptic technique OR experience with cell culturing OR experience working in a biosafety cabinet

Nice to Haves:

• Experience with reporter cell assays
• Knowledge of USP guidelines
• Experience working with an HPLC
• Experience working with a plate reader
• Experience with qPCR

Key Responsibilities:

Under the guidance of a research scientist, perform lab work including:

• Expression of biologics in mammal cells
• Quality control of sterile compounded pharmaceuticals
• Characterization of biologics using reporter cell lines

Additionally:

• Record experimental methods and results in Benchling
• Read and summarize papers
• Contribute to BD efforts
• Whatever else is needed for the company to succeed

Other Responsibilities

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. From time to time you may be required to perform other related duties as assigned to meet operational needs.

Details:

• This is an in-person role in San Carlos, CA
• The compensation range for this role is $100,000-110,000 along with equity options in the company and benefits

Life at Bioworks: Where Science Meets Culture 

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you at your best
• Financial Security – 401(k) with company matching and fully covered life insurance
• Time to Recharge – Unlimited PTO, generous company holidays, and flexibility to take the time you need
• Connection & Community – Team lunches, office hangouts, and offsite meetups to build meaningful relationships
• High-Impact Work – Shape the future of healthcare at a pivotal moment in our growth
• Competitive Compensation – Top-tier salary and a generous equity package
• Fast-Paced & Exciting – Join a hypergrowth team that moves fast and builds with purpose
• World-Class Team – Work alongside top researchers, scientists, and engineers in a high-performance environment

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace who prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. We provide a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

We welcome all with a drive to work, and a curiosity to learn. We are here to build and be a part of science encompassing the full power and possibility for breakthrough innovation!