Ginkgo Bioworks is a biotechnology company that specializes in organism design. Established in 2008, the company leverages its expertise in synthetic biology to engineer custom organisms for various applications, including pharmaceuticals, agriculture, and industrial processes. Ginkgo Bioworks' innovative approach to biological engineering has positioned it as a leader in the field, driving advancements in biomanufacturing and sustainable solutions.

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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.&nbsp; &nbsp;This position is onsite required (3-4 per week) at Ginkgo's Emeryville, CA office, and may follow a 4/10 schedule (10AM-8PM, four days per week) with a rotational third shift (8PM-4AM PT) requirement. Come join Ginkgo Automation, where cutting-edge technology meets scientific expertise. Our platform, built on eight years of internal development, offers advanced hardware solutions called Reconfigurable Automation Carts (RACs) powered by our subscription-based Catalyst products: Automation Control Software (ACS) and Managed Automation Services. With a deep understanding of the challenges faced by scientists and engineers, our team has created a modular automation platform that aims to revolutionize the way science is done. We are an externally facing team, selling our technology to customers and supporting it at their sites. The Automation BU is growing with a new mandate of external sales and support. A primary differentiator of our offering is Managed Automation Services (MAS), which involves our SAE team actively monitoring deployed RAC systems and remotely recovering within a short Service Level Agreement (SLA). All members of this team must be highly trained with lab automation instrumentation in addition to being the global experts on our own scheduling and control software and our integration hardware. The members of this team are monitoring all deployed RAC systems and rapidly responding to errors, in addition to working on continuous improvement projects across the RAC tech stack.&nbsp;&nbsp; As a member of the Automation Support Applications Engineering team, you are at the intersection of technology development, deployment to the customer site and continual support of the deployed technology. Your goal is to understand and translate the needs of the customer and to work alongside Automation Scientists, Software Engineers, and Mechatronics Engineers to turn a scoped integrated automation system into a real, production-ready system. Additionally, your goal is to ensure the customer maintains system uptime and operational throughput. This role requires strong attention to detail, collaborative communication and project management skills to excel.&nbsp; To learn more about automation engineering at Ginkgo, take a look at our website: Ginkgo Automation Responsibilities: Create and continuously refine deployment playbooks including initial setup and configuration of our automation products, factory acceptance testing (FAT), and site acceptance testing (SAT).&nbsp; Actively lead critical portions of system setup, configuration, FAT, SAT, and post-install stabilization – execute test plans, tune hardware/software parameters, and make real-time engineering decisions that ensure each RAC/Tile system meets acceptance criteria and transitions smoothly into routine operation. Develop and validate automation scripts / configuration templates that standardize installs and reduce manual effort across the Deployment team. Author and own SOPs, troubleshooting guides, and training material to keep documentation compliant and accessible as a single source of truth. Execute or guide remote recovery efforts with customers, diagnosing root causes and executing corrective actions for instrument or integration level failures. Perform and periodically audit the recurring PM program, ensuring tasks, frequencies, and parts lists meet reliability goals; train and certify customer operators and technicians on execution Minimum Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related technical field and 0-3 years of relevant experience; or An equivalent combination of education and progressively responsible, hands-on experience (e.g., 3+ years in laboratory automation, instrumentation, or related technical work) that demonstrates the same level of knowledge and ability.&nbsp;&nbsp; On-site presence required 3-4 days/week (Emeryville, CA), strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.&nbsp; Proactive problem-solving mindset and the ability to adapt in fast-paced environments.&nbsp; Customer-focused approach, balancing customer needs while considering technical feasibility. Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills; ability to convey concepts and priorities, as well as an ability to solicit and/or accept feedback. Eager to learn and grow, staying up to date with new technologies and industry developments. Self-motivated and capable of managing time and tasks with minimal supervision. This position may follow a 4/10 schedule (10AM-8PM, four days per week) with a rotational third shift (8PM-4AM PT) requirement. Occasional travel to customer sites for 1-2 weeks to conduct SAT (less than 10% total time).&nbsp; Ability to bend, reach, and lift, push, or pull up to 25lbs. Ability to stand or walk for long periods of time. Repetitive action may be required while performing tasks. Preferred Capabilities &amp; Experience We do not expect that any one candidate will have all of the following capabilities - each is independently a preferred or “nice-to-have” capability. Experience in a customer-facing role with an explicit Service Level Agreement (SLA) Experience in operating, troubleshooting, or maintaining laboratory automation equipment or other complex automated machinery. Experience in the Life Science industry, ideally in a lab or research setting. Proven track record of working in high-stakes environments, contributing to significant scientific advancements and operational improvements. Experience in workflow/process scheduling software or interacting with multi-device systems. Expertise in managing complex workflows and integrating multiple devices to optimize laboratory processes and enhance productivity. Total compensation for this role is market driven, with a starting salary of $70k+, as well as company stock awards.&nbsp; Base pay is ultimately determined based on a candidate's skills, expertise, and experience.&nbsp; We also offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental &amp; vision coverage, health spending accounts, voluntary benefits, leave of absence policies, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k) program with employer contribution, 8 paid holidays in addition to a full-week winter shutdown and unlimited Paid Time Off policy. To learn more about Ginkgo, visit&nbsp;www.ginkgobioworks.com/press/&nbsp;or check out some curated press below: What is it really like to take your company public via a SPAC? One Boston biotech shares its journey (Fortune) Ginkgo Bioworks resizes the definition of going big in biotech, raising $2.5B in a record SPAC deal that weighs in with a whopping $15B-plus valuation (Endpoints News) Ginkgo Bioworks CEO on scaling up Covid-19 testing: ‘If we try, we can win’ (CNBC) Ginkgo raises $70 million to ramp up COVID-19 testing for employers, universities (Boston Globe) Ginkgo Bioworks Redirects Its Biotech Platform to Coronavirus (Wall Street Journal) Ginkgo Bioworks Provides Support on Process Optimization to Moderna for COVID-19 Response (PRNewswire) The Life Factory: Synthetic Organisms From This $1.4 Billion Startup Will Revolutionize Manufacturing (Forbes) Synthetic Bio Pioneer Ginkgo Raises $290 Million in New Funding (Bloomberg) Ginkgo Bioworks raises $350 million fund for biotech spinouts (Reuters) Can This Company Convince You to Love GMOs? (The Atlantic) &nbsp; We also feel that it’s important to point out the obvious here – there’s a serious lack of diversity in our industry, and that needs to change. Our goal is to help drive that change. Ginkgo is deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its practices, especially when it comes to growing our team. Our culture promotes inclusion and embraces how rewarding it is to work with people from all walks of life.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; We’re developing a powerful biological engineering platform, so we must remain mindful of the many ways our technology can – and will – impact people around the world. We care about how our platform is used, and having a diverse team to build it gives us the best chance that it’s something we’ll be proud of as it continues to grow. Therefore, it’s critical that we incorporate the diverse voices and visions of all those who play a role in the future of biology. &nbsp; It is the policy of Ginkgo Bioworks to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees, employment applicants, and EOE disability/vet.&nbsp; Privacy Notice I understand that I am applying for employment with Ginkgo Bioworks and am being asked to provide information in connection with my application. I further understand that Ginkgo gathers this information through a third-party service provider and that Ginkgo may also use other service providers to assist in the application process.&nbsp; Ginkgo may share my information with such third-party service providers in connection with my application and for the start of employment.&nbsp; Ginkgo will treat my information in accordance with Ginkgo's Privacy Policy.&nbsp; By submitting this job application, I am acknowledging that I have reviewed and agree to Ginkgo's Privacy Policy as well as the privacy policies of the third-party service providers used by Ginkgo's associated with the application process.

Automation Engineer 1, Automation Support Applications

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.&nbsp; &nbsp;Position Summary We are seeking an experienced Senior Scientist to lead efforts in antibody discovery and developability characterization. This individual will play a critical role in advancing our antibody discovery, production, and characterization platform by applying state-of-the-art biophysical and functional assays to assess antibody properties. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in antibody engineering, developability assessments, and lead selection strategies. Key Responsibilities Lead method development and execution of&nbsp; antibody production and characterization workflows to support platform programs. Design, develop, and execute biophysical and functional assays to evaluate antibody binding, stability, and activity across a range of assays, for various antibody formats (IgGs, Vhh, minibinders, Fabs, bi- and multi-specifics, etc). Conduct in-depth developability assessments including binding kinetics, thermal/colloidal stability, polyreactivity, aggregation propensity, etc. Support the onboarding of any relevant assays to automated high-throughput platforms. Provide technical leadership in antibody engineering, affinity maturation, and optimization strategies. Mentor junior scientists and contribute to scientific strategy and innovation. Author technical reports, SOPs, and present findings to internal leadership and external customers Required Qualifications Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Immunology, Bioengineering, or a related field with 2+ years of industry experience in antibody discovery and characterization (or M.S. with 6+ years of industry experience). Expertise in antibody engineering, production (transfection and purification), and developability characterization using biophysical and biological techniques. Extensive hands-on expertise with SPR and BLI for quantitative antibody-antigen interaction analysis Demonstrated proficiency in antibody developability assessment using multiple biophysical techniques (DSF, DLS, SEC, HIC, AC-SINS, Polyreactivity, etc.) Proven ability to lead projects and mentor junior scientists in an industry setting. Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment. Preferred Qualifications Industry experience in therapeutic antibody discovery and development. Experience in discovery, production and characterization of bi- and multi-specifics Familiarity with automation and high-throughput screening techniques. Knowledge of antibody display platform is desirable To learn more about Ginkgo, visit&nbsp;www.ginkgobioworks.com/press/&nbsp;or check out some curated press below: What is it really like to take your company public via a SPAC? One Boston biotech shares its journey (Fortune) Ginkgo Bioworks resizes the definition of going big in biotech, raising $2.5B in a record SPAC deal that weighs in with a whopping $15B-plus valuation (Endpoints News) Ginkgo Bioworks CEO on scaling up Covid-19 testing: ‘If we try, we can win’ (CNBC) Ginkgo raises $70 million to ramp up COVID-19 testing for employers, universities (Boston Globe) Ginkgo Bioworks Redirects Its Biotech Platform to Coronavirus (Wall Street Journal) Ginkgo Bioworks Provides Support on Process Optimization to Moderna for COVID-19 Response (PRNewswire) The Life Factory: Synthetic Organisms From This $1.4 Billion Startup Will Revolutionize Manufacturing (Forbes) Synthetic Bio Pioneer Ginkgo Raises $290 Million in New Funding (Bloomberg) Ginkgo Bioworks raises $350 million fund for biotech spinouts (Reuters) Can This Company Convince You to Love GMOs? (The Atlantic) &nbsp; We also feel that it’s important to point out the obvious here – there’s a serious lack of diversity in our industry, and that needs to change. Our goal is to help drive that change. Ginkgo is deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its practices, especially when it comes to growing our team. Our culture promotes inclusion and embraces how rewarding it is to work with people from all walks of life.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; We’re developing a powerful biological engineering platform, so we must remain mindful of the many ways our technology can – and will – impact people around the world. We care about how our platform is used, and having a diverse team to build it gives us the best chance that it’s something we’ll be proud of as it continues to grow. Therefore, it’s critical that we incorporate the diverse voices and visions of all those who play a role in the future of biology. &nbsp; It is the policy of Ginkgo Bioworks to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees, employment applicants, and EOE disability/vet.&nbsp; Privacy Notice I understand that I am applying for employment with Ginkgo Bioworks and am being asked to provide information in connection with my application. I further understand that Ginkgo gathers this information through a third-party service provider and that Ginkgo may also use other service providers to assist in the application process.&nbsp; Ginkgo may share my information with such third-party service providers in connection with my application and for the start of employment.&nbsp; Ginkgo will treat my information in accordance with Ginkgo's Privacy Policy.&nbsp; By submitting this job application, I am acknowledging that I have reviewed and agree to Ginkgo's Privacy Policy as well as the privacy policies of the third-party service providers used by Ginkgo's associated with the application process.

Senior Scientist, Antibody Discovery & Characterization

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.&nbsp; &nbsp;Onsite 3 days per week at our Boston Seaport headquarters. We are seeking a creative and experienced Scientist with a strong background in bispecific and multi-specific antibody engineering to join our Antibody Developability team. This individual will be a key contributor to the design, production, and in-depth characterization of novel therapeutic antibody formats, including IgGs, VHHs and scFv-based constructs. The ideal candidate will leverage their expertise in protein engineering and state-of-the-art developability assays and play a critical role in advancing our high-throughput antibody developability platform, PROPHET-Ab. Key Responsibilities Lead the design and engineering of novel antibody formats, including bispecific and multi-specific constructs, to optimize for function and developability. Develop and execute workflows for the production (transfection, expression) and purification of complex antibody formats. Design and implement a wide range of biophysical and functional assays to evaluate antibody binding, stability, and activity, with a focus on challenges unique to bi/multi-specifics, VHHs, and scFvs. Develop methods for developability assessments for novel antibody formats (such as bi/multi-specifics), as well as binding kinetics (SPR/BLI), and functional cell-based assays. Provide technical leadership and hands-on expertise to troubleshoot expression, purification, and analytical challenges associated with novel formats. Contribute to scientific strategy, innovation, and the continuous improvement of our developability assessment platform. Mentor and guide junior scientists. Author technical reports, SOPs, and present findings to internal leadership and external customers. Required Qualifications Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Immunology, Bioengineering, or a related field with 0-2 years of industry/academic experience (or M.S. with 6+ years or B.S. with 8+ years of relevant experience). Deep expertise in the design, engineering, expression, and characterization of complex protein formats, with a demonstrated track record working with bispecific or multi-specific antibodies. Demonstrated proficiency in antibody developability assessment using multiple biophysical techniques (e.g., DSF, DLS, SEC, HIC, AC-SINS, Polyreactivity). Extensive hands-on expertise with SPR (e.g., Biacore) or BLI (e.g., Octet) for quantitative analysis of complex binding interactions, such as simultaneous binding of bispecifics. Proven ability to independently lead projects and contribute to experimental design. Excellent communication skills and the ability to thrive in a highly collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. Preferred Qualifications Industry experience in therapeutic antibody discovery and development. Experience with or exposure to computational tools for antibody discovery, including the use of AI/ML models for in silico developability prediction or sequence optimization. Familiarity with high-throughput expression, purification, and screening techniques. Knowledge of antibody display platforms (e.g., phage, yeast) or other discovery methods is desirable. &nbsp; To learn more about Ginkgo, visit&nbsp;www.ginkgobioworks.com/press/&nbsp;or check out some curated press below: What is it really like to take your company public via a SPAC? One Boston biotech shares its journey (Fortune) Ginkgo Bioworks resizes the definition of going big in biotech, raising $2.5B in a record SPAC deal that weighs in with a whopping $15B-plus valuation (Endpoints News) Ginkgo Bioworks CEO on scaling up Covid-19 testing: ‘If we try, we can win’ (CNBC) Ginkgo raises $70 million to ramp up COVID-19 testing for employers, universities (Boston Globe) Ginkgo Bioworks Redirects Its Biotech Platform to Coronavirus (Wall Street Journal) Ginkgo Bioworks Provides Support on Process Optimization to Moderna for COVID-19 Response (PRNewswire) The Life Factory: Synthetic Organisms From This $1.4 Billion Startup Will Revolutionize Manufacturing (Forbes) Synthetic Bio Pioneer Ginkgo Raises $290 Million in New Funding (Bloomberg) Ginkgo Bioworks raises $350 million fund for biotech spinouts (Reuters) Can This Company Convince You to Love GMOs? (The Atlantic) &nbsp; We also feel that it’s important to point out the obvious here – there’s a serious lack of diversity in our industry, and that needs to change. Our goal is to help drive that change. Ginkgo is deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its practices, especially when it comes to growing our team. Our culture promotes inclusion and embraces how rewarding it is to work with people from all walks of life.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; We’re developing a powerful biological engineering platform, so we must remain mindful of the many ways our technology can – and will – impact people around the world. We care about how our platform is used, and having a diverse team to build it gives us the best chance that it’s something we’ll be proud of as it continues to grow. Therefore, it’s critical that we incorporate the diverse voices and visions of all those who play a role in the future of biology. &nbsp; It is the policy of Ginkgo Bioworks to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees, employment applicants, and EOE disability/vet.&nbsp; Privacy Notice I understand that I am applying for employment with Ginkgo Bioworks and am being asked to provide information in connection with my application. I further understand that Ginkgo gathers this information through a third-party service provider and that Ginkgo may also use other service providers to assist in the application process.&nbsp; Ginkgo may share my information with such third-party service providers in connection with my application and for the start of employment.&nbsp; Ginkgo will treat my information in accordance with Ginkgo's Privacy Policy.&nbsp; By submitting this job application, I am acknowledging that I have reviewed and agree to Ginkgo's Privacy Policy as well as the privacy policies of the third-party service providers used by Ginkgo's associated with the application process.

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