Lab Technician, Chemistry​/Chemical Biology

Adaptyv is building an automated lab thats let AI agents run biology experiments.

We're entering the era of agentic science where AI models can now design novel proteins, propose hypotheses, and iterate on experimental results. But they can't run the experiments themselves - that's still a manual, months-long process. We're building the infrastructure that gives AI agents access to the physical world.

Today, over 50 companies are already running their wet lab experiments on Adaptyv, ranging from some of the biggest biopharmas, to frontier AI labs to dozens of techbio startups.

Our automated lab is powered by a deep software + hardware stack: lab instruments worth millions of USD reverse-engineered into API‑controllable hardware, dozens of devices orchestrated through complex workflows, full observability on everything that happens in the lab, processing pipelines for messy physical‑world data, and AI systems that troubleshoot production results and accelerate assay development.

We’re growing rapidly and are hiring for talented people to scale and support the massive demand for AI‑driven wet lab experimentation.

We are looking for a skilled Lab Technician to join our Biology team at Adaptyv Bio. You will operate and maintain our automated DNA synthesis and assembly pipeline, ensuring consistent, high‑quality gene production to support our protein engineering workflows.

Responsibilities

• Operate automated DNA synthesizers to produce oligonucleotides and gene fragments at scale.
• Perform DNA assembly workflows including PCR, Golden Gate, and Gibson assemblies.
• Execute quality control of synthesized DNA using high‑throughput capillary electrophoresis and Sanger sequencing.
• Prepare reagents, buffers, and reaction mixes according to established SOPs.
• Track samples, inventory, and consumables to ensure uninterrupted lab operations.
• Document all experimental parameters and results to ensure reproducibility, traceability, and data integrity.
• Contribute to troubleshooting, optimizing, and scaling DNA production workflows.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Biology, Biotechnology, Life Science Engineering, Chemical Biology, Chemistry, or a related field.
• At least 1 year of hands‑on laboratory experience in molecular biology (academic or industry).
• Proficiency with core techniques: PCR, DNA purification, gel or capillary electrophoresis, and standard cloning methods.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to follow and execute protocols with precision.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, high‑throughput environment.
• Experience with laboratory automation or liquid handling systems is a plus.

Final date to receive applications

We are reviewing applicants on a rolling basis.