Senior Laboratory Automation Engineer
Core
Design, develop, and build fully hands-off automated systems and workcells that integrate software, automation, and biology for clinical genomics assays.
Role type
Senior IC laboratory automation engineer
Builds
Scalable, robust clinical genomics assay platforms and automated laboratory workcells
Domain
Life sciences / Clinical diagnostics / Molecular biology
Required skills
Liquid handling robotics integration, LIMS system integration, Hardware-software integration, System architecture design, V&V for diagnostic products, SOP development
Preferred skills
Molecular screening product development, Programming liquid handlers (Hamilton, Beckman, Tecan)
Technologies
LIMS, Liquid handlers (Hamilton, Beckman, Tecan), Plate readers, Plate-handling robotics
Responsibilities
Design and build automated systems integrating software, automation, and biology; Optimize chemistry and hardware for assay prototypes; Integrate LIMS with automation software; Interface with external vendors for custom hardware solutions; Write documentation and SOPs; Train engineers on system maintenance and troubleshooting
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
