Senior Laboratory Automation Scientist

Role: Senior Laboratory Automation Scientist focused on designing, integrating, and supporting automated workcells for discovery and analytical workflows in biopharma. Responsibilities include translating scientific workflows into automated processes, managing workcell architecture, optimizing methods, ensuring data provenance, and supporting lifecycle management. Collaborates with IT, data science, engineering, and scientific teams to ensure seamless operation and data integrity. Manages recovery protocols, troubleshooting, vendor engagement, and continuous improvement initiatives. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biochemistry, or related fields with 6+ years (BS), 4+ years (MS), or 2+ years (PhD) of relevant automation experience; proven expertise in laboratory workflows, sample handling, and automation equipment. Preferred skills include experience with ELN, LIMS, data platforms, scripting, and familiarity with biologics discovery workflows. The role may involve travel for vendor assessments, system builds, or site visits. High-Value: Focus on biopharma discovery automation, emphasizing high-throughput techniques, data integrity, and scalable laboratory systems in a regulated environment. Work setup: based in Spring House, PA, with travel as needed.