Senior Automation Scientist/Engineer — Biologics Engineering

Role: Senior Automation Scientist/Engineer specializing in biologics discovery within Oncology R&D, responsible for designing, integrating, and optimizing laboratory automation and robotics systems. Objectives include developing scalable, reliable automation platforms that connect high-throughput systems, laboratory workflows, and data management to enhance biologics research productivity and data quality.

Responsibilities: Lead the creation and continuous improvement of automation solutions, partner with scientists to translate assay requirements into automation workflows, serve as a technical authority across automation platforms, troubleshoot deployed systems, and mentor junior team members. Maintain operational performance of automation platforms and support troubleshooting efforts.

Qualifications: Bachelor's or higher in life sciences, engineering, or related fields; 4+ years of relevant experience in biologics, drug discovery, or life sciences automation; hands-on experience with liquid handlers, high-throughput systems, and automation scripting; strong understanding of laboratory science and data integration; excellent communication skills and ability to work independently in a matrix environment.

Preferred: Experience with orchestration platforms (e.g., Green Button Go), programming in Python or C#, contributions to innovation through publications or patents, and experience influencing scientific and automation strategy.

HighValue: Focus on biologics, drug discovery, automation integration, and data workflows in a fast-paced R&D setting.

WorkSetup: Not specified, likely hybrid or onsite based on typical biotech lab environments.