Laboratory Technician , Sanger EST

Position Title

Laboratory Technician I, Sanger

South Plainfield, NJ

6:30pm - 3am EST

At GENEWIZ by Azenta, new ideas, new technologies and new ways of thinking are driving our future. Our customer-focused culture encourages employees to embrace innovation and challenge the status quo with novel thinking and collaborative work relationships. As a global leader in R&D genomics services, GENEWIZ leads the way in providing superior data quality with unparalleled technical support to enable researchers worldwide to advance their scientific discoveries faster than ever before.

Our customers at top‑tier pharmaceutical, biotechnology and academic institutions, as well as cutting‑edge start‑ups, rely on our proprietary technologies for consistent, reliable, high‑quality data, even on the most difficult projects. A full‑service provider, we provide Sanger DNA sequencing, gene synthesis, molecular biology, high‑throughput/next‑generation sequencing, bioinformatics, and GLP regulatory services.

Our lab technicians strictly adhere to laboratory SOPs to ensure quality and safety and often communicate with our customers via email. They understand our customers’ needs with empathy and know that everything they do makes a difference. The position may require working overtime occasionally and prolonged periods of standing. Successful candidates are proactive, detail‑oriented, can meet tight deadlines, and thrive in fast‑paced environments.

We have a dedicated training program to set lab technicians up for success.

• Adhere to safety protocols.
• Strictly follow SOPs and the site trainer’s direction in training, sample handling, project processing, and documentation.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the work area.
• Sort incoming samples.
• Prepare sequencing template, including preparation, amplification and PCR purification.
• Perform labware washing, biohazardous/hazardous waste collection and packaging.
• Communicate with customers and other departments by email/phone in a friendly and professional manner.
• Assist in purifying sequencing templates and load samples onto sequencing machines.
• May need to work with automation platforms.
• May require working overtime, and/or weekends. Alternative shifts with advanced notice.

• Paying attention to the details
• Meeting deadlines and working under pressure
• Learning and retaining new concepts quickly
• Being an effective team player committed to our goals

• Being flexible and can work Monday to Friday, onsite
• Being open and adaptable to changes
• Having fun while working to achieve goals

• High School Diploma required
• AAS Degree or equivalent lab work experience preferred
• 1+ years of lab work experience preferred
• Excellent interpersonal skills; both verbal and written are essential

If any applicant is unable to complete an application or respond to a job opening because of a disability, please email  for assistance.

Azenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

United States Base Compensation: $16.50 - $20.50. The posted pay range for this position is an estimate based on current market data and internal pay structure. Final compensation may vary above or below this range depending on factors such as experience, education (including licensure and certifications), qualifications, performance, and geographic location, among other relevant business or organizational needs.