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# Senior Research Associate, Chemistry at Ultima Genomics

- **Company:** Ultima Genomics
- **Location:** Fremont, CA
- **Posted:** 2026-10-06
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-20
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/ultimagenomics/jobs/6218362004

## Job description

Rapidly Growing Life Sciences Technology Company

Ultima Genomics is a rapidly growing company that is developing ground-breaking genomics technologies. Our mission is to continuously drive the scale of genomic information to enable unprecedented advances in biology and improvements in human health. We have developed a foundational new approach to sequencing at scale that overcomes limitations due to the high costs of current technologies. We are well-funded and have raised approximately $600 million from global top-tier investors. Our team brings together unique and diverse expertise across multiple disciplines, from healthcare and life sciences, to engineering, to technology and software and beyond. We are a collaborative group, including successful entrepreneurs, chemists, hardware and software engineers, genomics and biotechnology experts, molecular and computational biologists, software and algorithm experts, and operations and commercial leaders. Join us to develop and commercialize technologies that unleash the power of genomics at scale and empower the future of human health.

We are looking for a highly motivated Senior Research Associate, Chemistry to join our Process Chemistry team!

This opportunity is an onsite contracting position that operates on a Friday-Monday shift (4 days x 10 hours, after initial training) based in our Fremont, CA office.  In this role, you will be involved in the production of high-quality chemical intermediates and final compounds within a quality environment. The ideal candidate will be able to work with minimal supervision, hold at least a BS in Chemistry or a closely related field, and have a strong interest in applying scientific principles to real-world manufacturing processes. After training, you will be expected to identify and solve routine problems with little assistance and adhere to all industry standards and regulatory requirements.

## How You'll Contribute

- Operate and monitor chemical production equipment to manufacture chemical intermediates and final compounds. Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and batch records to ensure accurate and consistent production
- Scale-up production of organic chemistry intermediates and purification using automated preparative liquid-chromatography (prep-LC), ion exchange chromatography, flash chromatography, and rotary evaporation
- Maintain quality standards by conducting in-process testing and analysis, by following well-established SOP assays using HPLC, UV, LCMS, pH meter, and/or fluorometer to access intermediate identity, purity, pH, and concentration
- Assist with routine maintenance of shared laboratory equipment and ensure instruments are up to date with calibration, preventative maintenance, and perform to specifications
- Assist with updating and/or writing new SOPs, and present weekly activities at chemistry meetings
- Participate in ongoing training to develop technical skills and enhance your understanding of chemical manufacturing processes
- Adhere to all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements, including OSHA and ISO standards, to maintain a safe and compliant working environment
- Manage and maintain chemical inventory and support other teams on occasion
- Other duties as assigned

Qualifications, Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

- MS in Chemistry, with a minimum of 4 years of hands-on industrial experience (or BS with 5 years) in an organic or process chemistry environment
- Ability to perform small-molecule organic chemistry reactions and contribute to improving and streamlining production processes
- A collaborative team player who communicates well and is eager to contribute within cross-functional teams to support shared goals and drive organizational success
- Meticulous and detail oriented, motivated and eager to learn, ability to follow technical procedures with consistent results, and document all work performed
- Excellent organizational, communication and time management skills
- May be exposed to constant activity that requires intermittent standing, bending, crouching, pushing/pulling, lifting/moving/carrying (up to 50 lbs)

This contracting position offers an hourly pay rate between $35/hour and $/42hour, and your actual base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

#LI-Onsite Ultima Genomics is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable laws. See also Ultima Genomics’ [EEO Policy](https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/esiidhpvizr7lu9r703sj/EEO_AAP-Policy-2024.pdf?rlkey=4kixgemg367sdlx3ap5ocjg6b&dl=0) and [Know Your Rights](https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf). If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by contacting recruiting@ultimagen.com.

## About Ultima Genomics

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Ultima Genomics develops high-throughput, cost-effective DNA sequencing platforms designed to dramatically reduce the cost of genomic information and enable omics at scale.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Venture-backed; raised over $700M in total funding)
- **Headquarters**: Fremont, California, United States
- **Founded**: 2016
- **Founders**: Not publicly available (CEO is Gilad Almogy)

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Biotechnology / Genomics / DNA Sequencing
- **Target customers**: B2B – research institutions, clinical labs, pharmaceutical companies, oncology centers, and service providers
- **Mission**: “Continuously drive the scale of omics information to enable unprecedented advances in biology and improvements in human health.”

## Products & Services
- **UG200™ Series (UG200 / UG200 Ultra)**: High-throughput next-generation sequencing platforms using open wafers and built-in automation. The UG200 Ultra supports dual wafers for greater capacity. Capable of up to 60 automated runs per week with single-shift operation and >60,000 genomes per year.
- **Solaris 2.0 Workflows**: Library preparation kits and reagents designed for improved coverage of challenging genomic regions, compatible with leading third-party library prep providers.
- **Analysis & Bioinformatics**: Pre-configured secondary analysis pipelines optimized for Ultima data, running on a dedicated high-performance server.
- **Technology Access Program**: In-house sequencing service allowing customers to run projects on Ultima’s fleet of sequencers with full support from consultation to data analysis.
- **Certified Service Provider Network**: Global network of vetted service providers offering cost-effective, scalable sequencing on Ultima instruments.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation**: Not disclosed
- **Key Metric**: Total funding – over $700M (company’s own statement) / $604.2M (LinkedIn data, conflicting reports)
- **Notable Investors**: Top-tier global investors (names not publicly listed); prior funding rounds include a $600M venture round in May 2022 with 9 investors and a $3.6M grant.
- **Growth Signals**: Headcount of ~259 employees (as of 2025), with offices in the US (Fremont, Newark, Carlsbad), Israel, UK, South Korea, Netherlands, and Canada. Job postings increased 41.7% year-over-year. Expanding ecosystem through Technology Access Program and service provider network.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Novel open-wafer architecture** derived from semiconductor industry, enabling rapid isothermal amplification (replacing ePCR) and seamless lab automation integration.
- **Dramatically lower cost per read**, making population-scale genomics, comprehensive tumor profiling, and liquid biopsy economically feasible.
- **High throughput and flexibility** – up to 60 runs per week, with wafer outputs of 20B, 10B, and 5B reads.
- **Open ecosystem** – compatible with leading third-party library prep kits, giving customers freedom of choice.
- **Improved accuracy** – better variant calling and coverage uniformity in high-GC and complex genomic regions.

## Strategic Focus
- Continuously driving down the cost of sequencing to enable “omics at scale.”
- Expanding applications in oncology, epigenomics, proteomics, single-cell sequencing, germline, and transcriptomics.
- Growing the global service provider network and Technology Access Program to increase market reach.
- Building an open, collaborative ecosystem with partners in library prep, bioinformatics, and automation.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Described as mission-driven, collaborative, and focused on first-principles thinking. Core values include integrity, diversity, shared success, and challenging the status quo.
- **Work environment**: Mix of on-site (Fremont, Carlsbad, Tel Aviv) and remote roles (e.g., Sales Managers). Global team of experts from multiple industries (semiconductor, biotech, software, etc.).
- **Benefits**: Competitive health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401k with company match, equity ownership, PTO, paid parental leave, sick leave, floating holidays, educational assistance, and career growth/mentorship.
- **Engineering culture**: Interdisciplinary teams of chemists, hardware/software engineers, molecular biologists, and data scientists working on groundbreaking technology. Emphasis on “where ideas have impact.”

## Sources
1. [ultimagenomics.com](https://www.ultimagenomics.com/)
2. [ultimagenomics.com/about-us](https://www.ultimagenomics.com/about-us/)
3. [ultimagenomics.com/careers](https://www.ultimagenomics.com/careers/)
4. [linkedin.com/company/ultimagenomics](https://www.linkedin.com/company/ultimagenomics)
5. [job-boards.greenhouse.io/ultimagenomics](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/ultimagenomics)

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