High-Throughput Molecular Lab Technician (DNA QC & Automation)

Basecamp Research; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Private healthcare

Carrot Fertility IVF stipend

Bike-to-work scheme

Life insurance

Job summary

Basecamp Research, a London and Boston–based biotech startup, seeks a hands-on Laboratory Technician to support a fast-moving EDEN gene‑panel pipeline. You'll execute DNA extraction, normalisation, and library preparation with precision and high throughput across environmental samples, while maintaining strict record-keeping in LIMS.

You’ll work with automated liquid handling systems, contribute to QC checks, and help sustain a safe, organized lab environment in a collaborative, mission‑driven

Qualifications

• Hands-on laboratory experience in a molecular biology or life sciences setting - academic, commercial, or both.
• Practical experience with DNA extraction from biological or environmental samples using kit-based and automated methods.
• Comfortable working at high throughput with strong attention to detail - precise pipetting, consistent technique, reliable record-keeping
• Experience using LIMS or equivalent electronic lab notebook for sample tracking and data recording
• Ability to follow SOPs accurately, identify deviations, and elevate clearly and promptly

Responsibilities

• Run the daily sample processing pipeline. Execute DNA extraction, normalisation, and library preparation workflows across soil, faecal, and other environmental sample types - following validated SOPs with precision and consistency at high throughput.
• Operate and maintain laboratory automation. Work with automated liquid handling systems (including Myra9) and other platforms to process samples at batch scale. Perform routine maintenance, troubleshoot instrument issues, and flag deviations from expected performance.
• Maintain accurate records in LIMS. Log all sample processing steps, QC data, and observations in Benchling LIMS in real time. Ensure full traceability of every sample from receipt through to sequencing dispatch.
• Perform QC checks and flag anomalies. Carry out quantification, quality checks, and standard analytical assays at key pipeline stages. Identify out-of-specification results, elevate appropriately, and contribute to root cause investigations.
• Support R&D protocol testing. Assist the R&D team with comparative experiments, kit testing, and protocol optimisation runs as new methods are validated for production. A practical, hands-on contributor to continuous improvement.
• Maintain a safe, organised lab environment. Uphold high standards of lab hygiene, reagent management, and safety compliance including CL2 working practices. Help keep the lab stocked, organised, and ready to run at scale.

Skills

Lab experience

DNA extraction

High throughput

LIMS experience

SOP adherence

Tools

Myra9

Hamilton

Tecan

Bravo

Job description

Basecamp Research, a London and Boston–based biotech startup, seeks a hands-on Laboratory Technician to support a fast-moving EDEN gene‑panel pipeline. You'll execute DNA extraction, normalisation, and library preparation with precision and high throughput across environmental samples, while maintaining strict record-keeping in LIMS.

You’ll work with automated liquid handling systems, contribute to QC checks, and help sustain a safe, organized lab environment in a collaborative, mission‑driven