Director, Wet Lab Engineering

Role: Director of Wet Lab Engineering leading multidisciplinary teams in developing advanced experimental systems to accelerate biologic and protein therapeutics discovery. Responsibilities include setting technical vision, designing bespoke instruments and automation, and advancing autonomous laboratory operations integrating hardware, optics, microfluidics, automation, software, and AI/ML. The role emphasizes close collaboration with scientists to translate scientific needs into engineered solutions, fostering a culture of innovation and engineering excellence. Requirements: PhD or Master's in physical engineering with 10+ years industry experience; strong systems thinking, experience leading 10-15 engineers, and familiarity with biotech workflows, protein research, and robotic systems. Preferred: experience in biotech assay workflows, automation, and AI/ML integration. HighValue: focus on innovative laboratory automation, cross-disciplinary engineering, and direct impact on drug discovery processes within a clinical-stage, AI-driven biologics company. Work setup and travel details are not specified.