Scientist, Molecular Biology
Ansa Biotechnologies · Emeryville, CA
Posted 16 days ago · $130,000 - $159,000
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 16 days Ansa Biotechnologies's roles stay open a median of 36 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- Yes 100% of Ansa Biotechnologies's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Ansa Biotechnologies
- moderate 2 stale, 1 reposted of 8 open
- Hiring momentum
- 12 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Ansa Biotechnologies's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Ansa Biotechnologies.
About this role
The Scientist in Molecular Biology at Ansa Biotechnologies will conduct research and process development to enhance DNA synthesis workflows. This role involves designing and executing experiments related to DNA cloning and manipulation, optimizing protocols, and collaborating with a diverse team to support product development. The position requires a hands-on approach and the ability to adapt quickly to shifting priorities.
- benefits
- 3/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 5/5
- pay transparency
- 5/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Ansa Biotechnologies as an employer.
What you need
- PhD in Biochemistry, Biophysics, Chemical Biology, Molecular Biology, or equivalent
- 5+ years experience with nucleic acid biochemistry/chemical biology
- Strong foundational skills in DNA cloning, manipulation, and analysis
- Deep knowledge of enzyme assay development and nucleic acid biochemistry
- Great analytical skills and a logical approach to problem solving
- Ability to learn new technical areas quickly and thrive in a multidisciplinary environment
Nice to have
- Experience in a fast-paced startup or early-stage R&D environment
- Familiarity with process development, method optimization, or scale-up
- Experience with data analysis tools (Python, R, or similar)
What you get
- Competitive salary and equity
- Generous benefits package including health, dental, and vision
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
- A collaborative and innovative work environment
- The opportunity to be part of a company at the forefront of synthetic biology and innovation
Worth weighing
- No specific salary mentioned, but a pay range is provided
- Fast-paced environment may require adaptability and quick decision-making
- Role involves hands-on work which may not suit everyone
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