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Lab Operations and Research Associate I (SINGAPORE)

Menlo Park, CA

About Antheia:
Antheia is the advanced biosynthesis company transforming pharmaceutical manufacturing and innovation for the 21st century. Antheia’s commercially proven technology platform produces high-value pharmaceutical ingredients in a fraction of the time compared to legacy approaches while significantly reducing supply chain risk. The company provides its global pharmaceutical customers with a resilient, efficient supply of critical ingredients at scale, while expanding the innovation frontier for new therapeutic development. Backed by leading investors and recognized by the U.S. government as a priority technology for public health and national and economic security, Antheia is manufacturing the medicines the world needs today while enabling tomorrow’s breakthrough therapeutics. 

Working at Antheia: 
Our cross-functional team shares a vision for the future: improved pharmaceutical supply chains that can end drug shortages and drive equitable access to essential medicines. As a team, we aim to embody a culture that celebrates diversity, prioritizes knowledge sharing, encourages exploration and ideation, challenges constructively, and supports individuals in their professional and personal journeys. At Antheia, you can expect to be inspired by the science, by your teammates, and by the opportunity we have to bring about change in the pharmaceutical industry. 

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS POSITION IS BASED IN OUR SINGAPORE OFFICE.  Our Singapore-based employees receive a competitive benefits and time-off package designed to reflect local market practices and comply with all applicable Singapore requirements.

At Antheia Bio Asia, we're reprogramming yeast to biosynthesize complex, high-value compounds using cutting-edge synthetic biology and precision genome engineering tools.

As a Lab Ops and Research Associate, you'll keep the lab running like clockwork — reagent prep, inventory, autoclaving, the operational backbone every good discovery depends on — while also getting hands-on with strain construction and molecular biology alongside senior scientists who are actively pushing the boundaries of what yeast can produce. Think advanced genetic engineering techniques, plasmid builds, and watching your work move from a digital design straight into a living cell.

This is a new subsidiary in Singapore, so you'll wear a lot of hats — and that's exactly the appeal. If you're organized, resourceful, genuinely curious about biology, and want a front-row seat (and a working role) in a fast-moving metabolic engineering team building toward real therapeutic impact, we want to hear from you.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Lab Operations & Infrastructure:
    • Manage daily lab operations, including receiving/logging deliveries, monitoring stock levels, and placing daily orders.
    • Coordinate with accounting for invoices and purchase orders to ensure a steady supply chain.
    • Maintain lab tidiness and safety by cleaning common bench areas and general-use equipment.
    • Manage the sterilization cycle: washing and autoclaving glassware, pipette tips, tubes, and plates.
    • Troubleshoot laboratory equipment and schedule routine maintenance or repairs.
  • Reagent & Strain Support:
    • Prepare high-quality liquid media, agar plates, buffers, and stock solutions for molecular biology.
    • Prepare and validate competent yeast and E. coli cells.
    • Assist in the systematic banking and cataloging of engineered strains.
  • Technical Research Support:
    • Execute routine molecular biology tasks including PCR, DNA assembly (cloning), and plasmid preparation.
    • Perform yeast transformations and strain verification via colony PCR and gel electrophoresis.
    • Conduct routine laboratory assays and protocols, including spectrophotometry (OD600 measurements), plate-based colorimetric assays, and sample preparation for downstream analysis
    • Document all work accurately in Electronic Lab Notebooks (ELN) and follow established SOPs.
  • Perform other duties as assigned[1]

 

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Education: B.S. in Biology, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, or a related field.
  • Experience: 1–2 years of relevant laboratory experience (industry, internship, or intensive academic research).
  • Hands-on experience with basic molecular biology techniques (PCR, gel electrophoresis, cloning).
  • Familiarity with microbial culture (yeast or bacteria) and aseptic technique.
  • Outstanding organizational and time-management skills; ability to prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment.
  • Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
  • High attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining a safe, clean work environment.
  • Physical ability to lift 40 pounds and perform repetitive lab tasks.
  • Experience operating analytical equipment such as HPLC systems, and comfort with related workflows is a plus.
  • Experience with Benchling or similar digital lab management tools is a plus.

[1] This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Please note that Antheia doesn't discriminate based on age, race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, medical history, and other non-merit characteristics.

For full-time employees, Antheia offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Part-time (<30 hours per week) and temporary roles are not eligible for Company sponsored benefits.

  • Comprehensive compensation package, which includes annual bonus potential and equity opportunities
  • Paid time off, in addition to company-observed holidays
  • Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan
  • Free access to the Menlo Park Labs Gym
  • Menlo Park Labs free shuttle service to CalTrain, BART Station, and SF

Antheia is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), taking or requesting statutorily protected leave, or any other basis protected by law. In addition, Antheia prohibits the harassment of any individual on any of the bases listed above or any other characteristics protected under federal, state, or local laws.

Legal authorization to work in the United States is required. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire..

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