Laboratory Technician III, Antibody Production & Characterization
Ginkgobioworks•5h ago
United StatesOnsite$52.4K–$74.7KFull-timeEntry Level0-1 yrs exp
- Our mission is to make biology easier to engineer. Ginkgo is constructing, editing
- redesigning the living world in order to answer the globe’s growing challenges in health, energy, food, materials
- more. Our bioengineers make use of an in-house automated foundry for designing and building new organisms.
- Laboratory Technician III, Antibody Production & Characterization
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Position Summary
- We are looking for an enthusiastic and detail-oriented entry level technician to join our team. In this role, you will play a hands-on part in supporting our daily antibody production and characterization workflows using automation. This is a great entry-level opportunity for a recent graduate of a biotechnology certificate program to gain experience in a cutting-edge, automated laboratory environment. You will work closely with senior scientists and learn how to operate advanced robotic equipment.
- Key Responsibilities
- Antibody characterization: Execute on antibody developability assays such as thermostability, ELISA, liquid chromatography, etc. to support delivery of customer projects
- Sample and Reagent Tracking: Keep careful, accurate records of samples, reagents, and data using our digital tracking systems.
- Assist with Automation: Help set up, run, and clean automated liquid handling systems and robotic workstations under the guidance of senior team members.
- Routine Assays: Perform basic biotechnology workflows (such as pipetting, liquid transfers, and basic sample preparation) following strict Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Team Collaboration: Communicate clearly with team members about the status of daily tasks and any equipment needs.
- Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent with a completion of a 1-year biotechnology certificate or training program (such as the Gloucester Maritime/Marine Genomics Academy or equivalent).
- Hands-on familiarity with basic lab skills, including micropipetting, sterile technique, and basic calculations (e.g., making solutions).
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to following written protocols exactly.
- Comfort using basic computer software (such as Excel or digital lab notebooks) to record data.
- Ability to work well in a team environment and a strong desire to learn new laboratory skills.
- Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with or exposure to automated laboratory equipment or liquid handlers during your training program.
- Passion for biotechnology and automated science!
- The base salary range for this role is $52,400 min - $74,700. Actual pay within this range will depend on a candidate's skills, expertise
- experience. We also offer company stock awards, a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental & vision coverage, health spending accounts, voluntary benefits, leave of absence policies, 401(k) program with employer contribution, 8 paid holidays in addition to a full-week winter shutdown and unlimited Paid Time Off policy.
- Ginkgo has implemented a return to office policy effective October 1, 2025. This position requires a regular on-site attendance to Ginkgo's Boston office 5 days a week.
- It is the policy of Ginkgo Bioworks to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees, employment applicants, and EOE disability/vet.
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Required skills
micropipettingsterile techniqueliquid chromatographyELISAautomationliquid handlingdata recordingbiotechnology