Laboratory Technician III, Antibody Production & Characterization
Ginkgo Bioworks Inc.
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Description
Our mission is to make biology easier to engineer. Ginkgo is constructing, editing, and redesigning the living world in order to answer the globe’s growing challenges in health, energy, food, materials, and 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, and 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.
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