Metagenomics Associate Scientist - Lab Ops & Automation

SecureBio, LLC; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Commuter benefits

401(k) match

Unlimited PTO

Parental leave

Referral bonus

Job summary

SecureBio, LLC is seeking an Associate Scientist to execute, optimize, and scale metagenomic sequencing workflows across diverse sample types in Cambridge, MA. The role emphasizes autonomy within a collaborative environment and opportunities to lead small projects that advance our AI-forward mission.

The candidate should have 4+ years of lab experience (MS/PhD preferred) with NGS workflows and RNA work, and a proven ability to design and troubleshoot with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• MS or PhD with 4+ years of relevant laboratory experience (academic experience acceptable).
• Hands-on experience executing NGS workflows, interpreting QC, and troubleshooting.
• Hands-on experience working with environmental RNA.
• Demonstrated ownership of small projects with meaningful ambiguity, and sound judgment on when to elevate.
• Ability to work autonomously while collaborating and communicating clearly across teams.

Responsibilities

• Execute and optimize end-to-end metagenomic sequencing workflows at scale — from sample processing to sequencing.
• Improve protocols and implement QA/QC, identify root causes and drive fixes.
• Author and revise SOPs; document work rigorously.
• Design scalable, production-minded workflows; partner with engineers to integrate automation.
• Mentor junior team members and provide clear status updates; manage risks and handoffs.

Skills

NGS workflows

environmental RNA

project ownership

autonomy

cross-team communication

Education

MS or PhD

Tools

Liquid handling automation

Data management systems

Job description

SecureBio, LLC is seeking an Associate Scientist to execute, optimize, and scale metagenomic sequencing workflows across diverse sample types in Cambridge, MA. The role emphasizes autonomy within a collaborative environment and opportunities to lead small projects that advance our AI-forward mission.

The candidate should have 4+ years of lab experience (MS/PhD preferred) with NGS workflows and RNA work, and a proven ability to design and troubleshoot with minimal supervision.