CareerPlan

Automation Specialist I - First or Second Shift

Richmond, Virginia, USAFull-time2026-10-06 → 2026-11-10

Core

Maintains automated laboratory instrumentation, performs hardware replacements, and assists in liquid handling testing and script implementation.

Role type

Junior IC automation specialist (laboratory instrumentation)

Builds

Automated liquid handling workstations and assay methods

Domain

Life sciences / Clinical research / Laboratory automation

Required skills

Laboratory instrumentation maintenance, hardware replacement, GMP/GLP compliance, basic troubleshooting (hardware/software), Microsoft Excel/Word proficiency

Preferred skills

Programming (Hamilton Venus, TECAN EVOware, Fluent Control, Thermo Momentum, VB, Python), training staff for preventative maintenance

Technologies

Hamilton Venus, TECAN EVOware, Fluent Control, Thermo Momentum, VB, Python

Responsibilities

Maintain maintenance schedule for automated instrumentation, perform routine hardware replacements, assist in liquid class testing and labware creation, respond to error handling situations for automated instrumentation, develop basic troubleshooting skills, program or revise scripts with low to moderate complexity, develop documentation to adhere to SOPs

Seniority

Entry-level, hands-on IC