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Senior Director, Multiomics

Ginkgo BioworksBoston, MassachusettsDatapoints Functional Genomics Delivery
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Salary
$183K - $290K USD
Job type
Full-time
Posted
7 Aug 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Role Overview

Ginkgo Bioworks Inc. is seeking a Senior Director of Multiomics to lead the vision, execution, and commercial success of its Multiomics business out of the Boston, Massachusetts headquarters. This intrapreneurial position suits an experienced scientific and commercial leader eager to scale automated functional genomics platforms and shape the future of AI-driven biology.

Key Responsibilities

Define and execute the go-to-market strategy for Multiomics Datapoints, including pricing models, operational efficiency, and revenue growth across pharma, biotech, and government clients.
Set the technical vision and roadmap for arrayed perturbation platforms and multiomics readouts such as DRUG-seq, high-content imaging, and CRISPR-edit verification.
Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team of approximately 10 to 15 scientists, automation engineers, and bioinformaticians.
Serve as the external face of the multiomics business by representing the company at major industry conferences, publishing science, and supporting business development.
Partner with Government Affairs to shape and secure large-scale programs from agencies like ARPA-H, BARDA, DARPA, and the NIH.
Scale up the automated arrayed perturbation-and-readout platform with integrated quality control and artificial intelligence analytics pipelines.

Requirements

Minimum of 10 years of experience in high-growth biotech or large pharma with a proven track record in functional genomics and discovery research.
Active background as a buyer of discovery, contract research organization, or data-generation services.
PhD or equivalent experience in genomics, molecular biology, computational biology, systems biology, or a related field.
Direct experience with arrayed chemical or genetic screening, transcriptomic profiling, and high-content imaging.
A firm, practical understanding of wetlab methods alongside a strong computational profile.
Entrepreneurial drive with an eagerness to own the commercial and P&L aspects of a business.

Nice to Have

Experience or passion for translational and clinical biomarkers in population-scale or direct-to-consumer settings.
Expertise in multiomic expansion areas such as proteomics, metabolomics, or additional next-generation sequencing methods.
Strong background in artificial intelligence, machine learning, or laboratory automation.
Track record of contributing to commercial growth through partnerships, network relationships, or scientific credibility.
Prior experience shaping or winning government and consortium grants.
Established presence in the multiomics community through publications, speaking engagements, or advisory roles.

Skills and Tools

Functional genomics and discovery research
Automated wetlab operations and high-throughput screening
Arrayed chemical and genetic screening (CRISPR KO, CRISPRi, siRNA, ASO)
DRUG-seq and high-throughput transcriptomics
High-content imaging and Cell Painting morphological profiling
Transcriptomic, proteomic, and metabolomic readouts
Commercial strategy, P&L management, and go-to-market planning

Salary and Benefits

Base salary range of $183,000 to $290,000 per year, determined by skills, expertise, and experience
Company stock awards
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
Health spending accounts and voluntary benefits
Leave of absence policies and an unlimited paid time off policy
401(k) program with employer contribution
Eight paid holidays plus a full-week winter shutdown

About the Company

Ginkgo Bioworks Inc. constructs, edits, and redesigns the living world to address global challenges in health, energy, food, and materials. The company utilizes an in-house automated foundry for designing and building new organisms and has invested over $1 billion in automation infrastructure to make biology easier to engineer.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should visit the official Ginkgo Bioworks careers page to submit an application and review additional company privacy policies.

Questions candidates ask

What is the location of this role?

This role is based at Ginkgo Bioworks' headquarters in Boston, Massachusetts (Seaport), with a full-time onsite work policy.

What is the salary range for the Senior Director, Multiomics position?

The base salary range is $183,000 to $290,000 per year, with actual pay depending on skills, expertise, and experience.

What level of experience is required?

Candidates must have 10+ years of experience in high-growth biotech or large pharma with a proven track record in functional genomics and discovery research.

What benefits are provided with this job?

Benefits include company stock awards, medical, dental, and vision coverage, health spending accounts, a 401(k) program with employer contribution, an unlimited paid time off policy, and a full-week winter shutdown.

Who does this position report to?

The Senior Director, Multiomics reports directly to the General Manager of Ginkgo Datapoints.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Ginkgo Bioworks careers page.

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