Laboratory Technician I, Overnight Sequencing, Part Time 10AM - 3PM EST

Azenta • Waltham, MA

27d • Onsite

About The Position

The Laboratory Technician I is an entry-level role in GENEWIZ by Azenta’s Overnight Sequencing department, which handles Whole Plasmid Sequencing. The position follows standard operating procedures and focuses on sorting and processing hundreds of customer samples per day. Sample processing includes further preparation, purification, and loading samples onto sequencing machines. The technician works independently and collaboratively to support efficiency and uses biochemical techniques and equipment such as micropipettes and multichannel pipettes.

The role is based in Waltham, Massachusetts, and is listed as part-time, with a stated schedule of 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. EST. The position may require overtime and/or weekends, and alternative shifts may be assigned with advance notice. Flexible work hours may be needed based on business demand.

Requirements

• High school diploma required.
• Competence in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Outlook, Word, and Teams.
• Ability to lift 30 pounds.
• Ability to sit and stand for three hours a day.
• Ability to bend, twist, and walk for extended periods.
• Fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Knowledge of sterile techniques, preventative measures, and laboratory best practices.
• Ability to work autonomously and under pressure.
• Ability to learn and retain new concepts and tasks.
• Ability to take ownership of actions and results.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting.
• Openness to flexible work hours based on business demand.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree.
• At least one year of laboratory work experience.
• Previous production experience in any industry.
• LIMS experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of the work area.
• Sort incoming samples.
• Prepare sequencing templates, including preparation, amplification, and PCR purification.
• Assist with purifying sequencing templates and loading samples onto sequencing machines.
• Perform quality processing with few errors.
• Work with automation platforms as needed.
• Communicate with customers by email and phone in a friendly and professional manner.
• Communicate with internal team members and employees by email and phone.
• Prepare save-for-prep samples for daily shipment to the New Jersey location.
• Perform all responsibilities of a Lab Assistant.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED