The posting
Our client is an innovative, fast-growing biotechnology company delivering rapid, affordable DNA and RNA sequencing services to scientists worldwide. They are seeking a hands-on Lab Technician to support high-throughput DNA sequencing operations. You'll work with automated laboratory systems, prepare sequencing libraries, monitor quality, troubleshoot issues, and help improve laboratory workflows.
Why You Should Join
- Competitive salary of $70K–$85K plus equity.
- Contribute to sequencing services used by over 70,000 scientists worldwide.
- Work alongside R&D, product, and engineering teams on emerging technologies.
- Make a real impact by improving protocols and laboratory processes.
- Join a growing, financially stable company with opportunities for career development.
What You'll Be Doing
- Receive and log samples in the in-house LIMS and organize them into 96-well plates.
- Perform sequencing library preparation using automated liquid-handling systems.
- Load prepared libraries onto sequencers and monitor sequencing runs.
- Perform quality control, investigate failed samples, and repeat preparations when needed.
- Troubleshoot instrument and protocol issues independently.
- Maintain laboratory supplies and reagents, and suggest protocol improvements.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Biology or a related scientific field.
- 2–10 years of experience in a commercial or production laboratory; academic or research-only experience does not qualify.
- Practical experience with DNA extraction, PCR, NGS library preparation, and DNA sequencing.
- Familiarity with liquid-handling automation, 96-well plate workflows, and laboratory quality control.
- Ability to troubleshoot independently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.



