Laboratory Technician III, Antibody Production & Characterization

Ginkgobioworks; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 52,400 - 74,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

company stock awards

medical, dental & vision coverage

health spending accounts

voluntary benefits

leave of absence policies

401(k) program with employer contrib

8 paid holidays in addition to a full‑

unlimited Paid Time Off policy

Job summary

Ginkgo Bioworks, located in Boston, MA, is seeking a Laboratory Technician III to support antibody production and characterization in an automated setting. You will work closely with senior scientists and operate advanced robotic equipment to learn daily workflows.

This is an entry-level opportunity for a biotechnology certificate graduate, emphasizing hands-on lab skills, accurate data recording, and teamwork. The role requires five days on-site attendance at the Boston office.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with a completion of a 1-year biotechnology certificate or training program.
• Hands-on familiarity with basic lab skills, including micropipetting, sterile technique, and basic calculations.
• 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.

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.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Lab techniques

Excel

Education

High School Diploma + biotech certificate

Tools

Digital lab notebooks

Automation equipment familiarity

Job 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.

• 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
• 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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