Ginkgo Bioworks

HTS Scientist

Boston, Massachusetts · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$71k-$106kDetected 16 days ago

Machine LearningProcess ImprovementPharmacologyMolecular BiologyCommunication

About the role

Execute primary screens and downstream plate reader assays on automated systems with minimal supervision.
BS or MS in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Pharmacology, or a related field with at least 3 years of industry experience in HTS or automation.

Perform rigorous quality control of screening results, monitoring assay robustness (e.g., Z' and CVs) to ensure all data is accurately posted to electronic notebooks and uploaded to databases.
Test, maintain, and troubleshoot robotic platforms and liquid handlers, including the Echo, Hamilton, and Lynx, to ensure peak performance and minimal downtime.
Maintain impeccable lab records while supporting routine laboratory maintenance and safe lab practices.
Partner with science teams to develop, optimize, and adapt biochemical and cell-based assays into 384- and 1536-well formats.
Collaborate with bench scientists to transition manual assays onto fully automated screening systems and robotic workcells.
Proactively identify and implement process improvements to increase throughput and drive overall screening efficiency.
Our bioengineers make use of an in-house automated foundry for designing and building new organisms.

Hands-on proficiency operating and troubleshooting common HTS equipment such as the Echo, Prime/Lynx/Hamilton, EL406/Tempest/Combi liquid handlers, and Pherastar readers.
Proven ability to diagnose and resolve hardware or software issues on automated platforms like HRB workcells or Hamilton systems.
Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic culture with a strong sense of urgency and focus on high-quality deliverables.

Experience with automated scheduling software (Cellario) and LIMS/database environments is highly preferred.
Familiarity with high-content imaging platforms or compound management workflows is a significant plus.

Effective communication skills to ensure alignment across cross-functional project teams and external stakeholders.

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.

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