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Ginkgo Bioworks Inc.

Senior Engineer III, Small Molecules – High Throughput Screening & Technology 

Ginkgo Bioworks Inc.

Published 16 May 2026
Boston, Massachusetts
160K - 180K USD Annual
Full Time

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Description

The role involves leading high-throughput screening and functional genomics capabilities within a specialized team. The individual will design and execute complex experiments while hardening them into reliable platform workflows. Responsibilities include managing day-to-day operations of workcells and ensuring operational excellence across multiple parallel programs. The position requires providing technical leadership and mentorship to a team of scientists and engineers. Additionally, the role focuses on improving throughput, data quality, and cost-efficiency through experimental design and automation enhancements.

Required Qualifications and Skills

Candidates must hold a Ph.D. with 3 or more years of industry experience, an M.S. with 5 or more years, or a B.S. with 7 or more years in high-throughput experimental biology. Required expertise includes hands-on experience with high-throughput screening, functional genomics, or NGS-linked assays. Applicants must demonstrate strong statistical thinking and the ability to lead without formal authority. Excellent communication skills are necessary for documentation and stakeholder updates.

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