Automation Engineer / Sr. Automation Engineer, Protein Sciences

Job description

  Job facts

We are looking for an automation engineer to design and automate a platform for high throughput DNA, RNA and protein production, purification and archiving. The motivated candidate will control a range of automated laboratory robotic systems and will be in charge of designing, programing and simulating the system. The role will include troubleshooting and tech support for the multiple tools and will involve liaising with vendors. A successful candidate will initiate improvements and development to promote efficiency of the overall automated system and the individual tools. Key responsibilities:

·  Configure, program and troubleshoot various laboratory automation platforms
·  Identify process improvement opportunities, establish solutions and implement changes
·  Investigate and recommend new laboratory automation platforms and upgrades to existing tools, while assessing risk and impact to maintenance data or activities
·  Participate in project teams to help identify requirements for new functionalities and perform impact analysis
·  Monitor equipment, product and system performance to ensure operational quality, and report issues
·  Serve as the liaison with the vendors for a complete product conversion installation, upgrades or patches and support as required
·  Participate in the development of internal software solutions to meet high throughput goals
·  Produce high quality end user documentation and system/internal documentation
·  Conduct on-site user training in different levels
·  Perform thorough regression testing when bugs are resolved

·  Who we are

A member of the Roche Group, Genentech has been at the forefront of the biotechnology industry for more than 40 years, using human genetic information to develop novel medicines for serious and life-threatening diseases. Genentech has multiple therapies on the market for cancer & other serious illnesses. Please take this opportunity to learn about Genentech where we believe that our employees are our most important asset & are dedicated to remaining a great place to work.

Roche is an equal opportunity employer and strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination based upon an individual's race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Desired profile

Who you are

You're someone who wants to influence your own development. You're looking for a company where you have the opportunity to pursue your interests across functions and geographies. Where a job title is not considered the final definition of who you are, but the starting point.

Successful candidates will have the following attributes: work independently in a collaborative team-oriented setting, be process oriented, and must have demonstrated strong analytical, organizational and communication skills. He/She must be motivated to learn new environments and tools and be motivated to be the point of contact to provide support for automation. Prior experience in chemical compound sample management as well as automation of equipment is highly desired.

·  Expertise in laboratory automation including automated sample preparation, liquid handling and barcoding processes
·  Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, IT Degree or other equivalent degree
·  Minimum 3 years of experience programming, testing and commissioning advanced control systems, preferably in the biopharmaceutical industry
·  In-depth know-how on instrument and application programming as well as a good understanding of software interfaces
·  Demonstrated ability to quickly learn, assimilate and apply new software and technologies
·  Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize tasks
·  Experience with relational databases and sql programming
·  Experience with Hamilton, Tecan, Beckman, Brooks, BioMosaic products is highly desired
·  Experience with microsoft programming languages, such as: C#, VB.Net
·  Preference given to experience in support of applications within protein expression and sample management

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