--- title: 'Lab Technician- Quality Control at Volta Labs, Inc.' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/lab-technician-quality-control-volta-labs-inc-seaport-district-boston-zpm27emtnwhv' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-11-02' --- # Lab Technician- Quality Control at Volta Labs, Inc. - **Company:** Volta Labs, Inc. - **Location:** Seaport District Boston, MA - **Compensation:** $55k–$65k - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** onsite - **Posted:** 2026-10-05 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-11-02 - **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/voltalabs/9c695dfd-5bc6-451f-9dc4-80985faf7bcd ## Job description ## ABOUT US: Volta Labs is an applications company that is revolutionizing the future of genomics. We are a Boston based, venture-backed biotech startup that makes extracting vital information from biological samples is as simple as pressing a button, through our flagship product Callisto. Our product speeds up processing time for scientists and increases accessibility to important genetic information for patients. Sitting at the intersection of science and engineering, we invite you to join us on our journey to shape the future of genomics, where insatiable curiosity is encouraged and every Voltarian makes an impact. ## THE TEAM: You'll join a team of innovative thinkers who love to experiment, collaborate, and win together. We are passionate about pushing the boundaries of automation, biology, computing, robotics, design, and user experience to benefit our customers and the world. ## THE ROLE Volta Labs is seeking a hands-on Quality Control Laboratory Technician to support Performance Qualification (PQ), quality control, and validation for the Callisto digital fluidics automation platform. You'll run standardized genomics sample prep workflows, perform post-run QC, and document results that confirm Callisto systems and protocols perform reliably across repeated runs. This is an execution-focused bench role, ideal for someone early in their career who enjoys following detailed procedures and building strong lab practices. You'll be trained on Callisto workflows, QC methods, and PQ procedures, and grow toward independence on routine work. You'll report to the Scientific Program Manager and work closely with Quality Assurance, Application Development, and Instrument Manufacturing. ## DAY 1 TO YEAR 1: - Execute PQ and instrument qualification runs per established procedures and acceptance criteria. - Prepare DNA samples, reagents, and consumables for PQ testing. - Perform pre- and post-run QC (DNA concentration, fragment size) using fluorometers, fragment analyzers, thermal cyclers, and centrifuges. - Accurately document run results, QC data, and observations. - Flag unexpected instrument behavior or QC results, and support repeat testing and troubleshooting. - Keep reagents, samples, consumables, and lab inventory organized. - Partner with Quality Assurance and cross-functional teams to ensure consistent PQ execution and complete documentation. Within 3 months you'll… Learn Callisto basics, PQ workflows, SOPs, acceptance criteria, and documentation standards. Become proficient in sample, reagent, and instrument prep and routine QC (Qubit, fragment analysis), and begin executing PQ runs under guidance. Within 6 months you'll… Independently run Callisto PQ workflows end-to-end, from preparation through post-run QC and documentation. Flag deviations in QC metrics, instrument behavior, or workflow execution, and assist with repeat testing and troubleshooting. Within 12 months you'll… Serve as a dependable execution lead for routine PQ activities, escalating deviations and instrument concerns appropriately. Provide data and observations that support root-cause investigations, train new technicians, and identify ways to improve PQ efficiency and documentation. ## WHO YOU ARE - Associate's degree with 1–2+ years of industry wet lab experience; Bachelor's in Biology, Molecular Biology, or equivalent with 0–2 years of wet lab experience (industry, academia, or internship) preferred. - Comfortable performing repetitive, detail-oriented lab work with high accuracy. - Strong foundational lab skills: aseptic technique, pipetting, sample dilution, and DNA/reagent handling. - Organized and detail-oriented; follows SOPs and work instructions consistently and keeps accurate records. - Comfortable with lab instruments, software interfaces, and spreadsheets. - Thrives in a fast-paced startup environment with evolving priorities. ## Nice to Have - Experience in a GMP/cGMP or other regulated lab, following controlled SOPs and work instructions. - Understanding of Good Documentation Practices (GDP). Our Benefits and Perks: - Robust Equity Program, to build future wealth through stock options with high growth potential - Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage, including Medical, Dental, & Vision - HSA with monthly company contribution, & FSA - Sponsored Commuter Benefit Plans - Access to Our 401K Plan, to save for your future - 12 Weeks of Paid Parental Leave - Paid Time Off, because we understand the importance of time off for rest and adventure - 11 Paid Holidays - Twice Weekly Company Lunches, office snacks, beverages, & treats - Monthly Team Happy Hours and regular team outings! We are an equal opportunity employer and foster diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, and we actively seek out and value diverse backgrounds and experiences. Even if you don't check every box, but see yourself positively contributing, please apply. Help us build an inclusive community that will change the face of genomics! ## About Volta Labs, Inc. ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Volta Labs is a venture-backed genomics startup that automates next-generation sequencing (NGS) sample preparation using a proprietary digital fluidics platform. - **Entity Type**: Private (venture-backed; last round: Venture Round Jan 2024 – $12.7M) - **Headquarters**: Boston, Massachusetts, United States (Seaport District) - **Founded**: 2018 - **Founders**: Udayan Umapathi (CEO) and Abdul Mohammed (Head of Product & Genomics Applications Development) ## Core Business - **Primary industry**: Biotechnology / Genomics (NGS sample preparation) - **Target customers**: B2B – academic research labs, clinical diagnostic labs, biopharma R&D, sequencing service providers - **Mission statement**: "To redefine the boundaries of what's possible in biology by making the extraction of vital information from biological samples as simple as pressing a button." ## Products & Services - **[Callisto™ Sample Prep System]**: An automated, walk-away platform for NGS library preparation (extraction, library prep, target enrichment). Supports whole genome sequencing, targeted sequencing, and long-read sequencing (Oxford Nanopore). Designed for high sensitivity, low duplication rates, and consistent performance across any sample type and sequencer. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed (private company; total funding of $32.7M as of 2024) - **Key Metric**: Annual revenue ~$3.4M (estimated); total funding $32.7M across 5 rounds - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Investors include seed and venture funds (specific lead investors not named in search results); partners include Hartwig Medical Foundation, UMC Utrecht, Norwegian Sequencing Centre, and academic institutions through the Access Program. - **Growth Signals**: Headcount of 42 employees (stable); expansion into Nordic region (Norway); new long-read sequencing app for Oxford Nanopore; collaboration with Hartwig Medical Foundation for oncology research; Access Program launched for budget-constrained academic labs. ## Competitive Advantages - **Full-stack reinvention**: Unlike competitors that automate only software or robotics, Volta redesigned hardware, software, chemistry, and biology end-to-end. - **Industry-leading robustness**: >98% success rate across sample types, chemistries, and sequencers, with <3% redo rates for targeted sequencing. - **Lower operating costs**: Reagent miniaturization and high-density sequencing reduce per-sample cost. - **Walk-away automation**: No manual oversight needed, freeing scientists to focus on discovery. ## Strategic Focus - **Expand long-read capabilities** – recent launch of automated library prep for Oxford Nanopore LSK114. - **Deepen clinical partnerships** – e.g., UMC Utrecht using Callisto for prenatal/postnatal testing. - **Support academic researchers** – Access Program offers discounted pricing amid budget cuts. - **Geographic expansion** – growing presence in Europe (Nordic region, Netherlands, Norway). ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Anti-disciplinary team of scientists and engineers; "data-driven" decision-making; ideas win on merit, not hierarchy. - **Work environment**: On-site/hybrid in Boston Seaport lab; emphasis on in-person collaboration for experimental work; flexible schedules tied to experiments but with ownership of work/life balance. - **Perks**: Venture-backed startup with tangible impact in genomics; opportunity to work across biology, mechanical engineering, software, and chemistry. - **Engineering culture**: Full-stack innovation; transparency with raw data; high autonomy and ownership. - **Reviews**: Mixed employee ratings on third-party sites (2.7/5 overall; strengths in career growth 3.1, but lower work-life 2.4 and compensation 2.2) – typical of early-stage startup with intense pace. ## Sources 1. [voltalabs.com](https://www.voltalabs.com/) – Official product and mission info 2. [voltalabs.com/careers](https://www.voltalabs.com/careers) – Culture and career page 3. [voltalabs.com/about-us](https://www.voltalabs.com/about-us) – About the company 4. [linkedin.com/company/volta-labs-inc](https://www.linkedin.com/company/volta-labs-inc) – Company financials, headcount, recent news 5. [jobs.lever.co/voltalabs](https://jobs.lever.co/voltalabs) – Open positions (e.g., Senior Research Associate-NGS, Manufacturing Assembly Technician, Head of Finance, etc.) ## Other roles at Volta Labs, Inc. - [Join our Talent Community](https://feeny.ai/job/join-our-talent-community-volta-labs-inc-seaport-district-boston-76hzwh9q98sy) — Seaport District Boston, MA - [Manufacturing Assembly Technician](https://feeny.ai/job/manufacturing-assembly-technician-volta-labs-inc-seaport-district-boston-qmhpha549rxc) — Seaport District Boston, MA