Automation Staff Scientist
Core
Provide hands-on scientific and technical leadership for the development, deployment, validation, and sustainment of digitally integrated laboratory automation workflows for genomic technologies.
Role type
Staff Scientist (Laboratory Automation & Genomics)
Builds
Digitally integrated laboratory automation workflows, molecular assays, and genomic technology solutions
Domain
Life Sciences / Genomics / Laboratory Automation
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Molecular biology techniques, DNA sequencing, genotyping, gene expression, nucleic acid extraction, API integration, LIMS/ELN connectivity, Python-based automation, experimental design, validation planning, risk management, technical documentation, user training, vendor coordination
Preferred skills
Companion Diagnostics, Design Controls, clinical laboratory assay development, CLIA environments, PhD
Technologies
Liquid handlers, automated freezers, tri-coded tube infrastructure, APIs, LIMS, ELN, scheduling/orchestration software, Python, biostatistical software, NCBI, PubMed, Entrez, EMBL, Sanger
Responsibilities
Lead automation, development, optimization, and validation of molecular assays; Develop and sustain integrated automation workflows; Create and review experimental designs, protocols, and validation plans; Lead technical and strategic discussions on automation strategies; Research emerging technologies and troubleshoot complex systems; Train users, coach technical professionals, and coordinate with external vendors
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities
