Hybrid Bench Scientist Automation Engineer
About The Position
We are seeking a skilled and highly motivated Scientist / Automation Engineer to enhance our High Throughput Production & Screening (HTPS) biologics capability. This role is intended for a candidate with expertise in both hands-on laboratory science and laboratory automation, who can apply scientific understanding to the design, implementation, optimization, and troubleshooting of automated workflows. The successful candidate will play a critical role in a dynamic group responsible for developing integrated end-to-end automation platforms to support high-throughput expression, purification, and full characterization of antibody therapeutics on a microgram-to-milligram scale.
Requirements
- BS with 5+ years of relevant experience OR MS with 3+ years of relevant experience OR PhD with relevant experience
- Demonstrated experience in both bench-based laboratory science and laboratory automation
- Proven track record of creating, modifying, and troubleshooting complex scientific standalone robotic methods and integrated automation systems
- Hands-on experience with cloning, transfection, and transduction methods
- Advanced knowledge of Hamilton, TECAN, and PerkinElmer
- Experience with plate readers and flow cytometers
- Experience with plate sealers/peelers and automated barcode readers
- Experience with Green Button Go, Cellario, and Momentum
- Ability to understand scientific workflows and convert them into efficient, reliable, and scalable automated solutions
- Proven track record of consistently developing new skills and knowledge while strengthening existing capabilities
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and identify opportunities for self-development
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Nice To Haves
- Experience contributing to a science-driven team
- Experience with Lynx, Biomek, EVOware, or WinPREP
- Experience with Green Button Go, Momentum, or Cellario, or programming languages such as Python or C#
- Familiarity with bioprocess development and experience working as a bench scientist
- Experience in line management
- Experience working in a global team
Responsibilities
- Combine bench science and automation expertise to support experimental execution and automated laboratory process development
- Develop and optimize integrated end-to-end automation platforms
- Support high-throughput expression, purification, and characterization workflows for antibody therapeutics
- Serve as an on-site expert in scientific automation while partnering with a global automation team in Gaithersburg, MD and Cambridge, UK
- Build and expand lab automation capabilities
- Guide the development of complex workflows and automate key laboratory processes
- Provide technical expertise within a global team of automation engineers
- Collaborate closely with scientists, data engineers, and software developers
- Enhance laboratory throughput, precision, and scalability through practical automated solutions
- Translate scientific workflows into robust, scalable automation approaches
Benefits
- qualified retirement programs
- paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves)
- health, dental, and vision coverage
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
