Lab Robotics and Automation Engineer

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions

Lab Robotics and Automation Engineer

West Point, PA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    _ Job Description:_

    We have an exciting opportunity for a Robotics/Automation Engineer with laboratory automation/robotics experience to join a growing team of scientists at a PSS Client site. The purpose of this role is to build, operate and maintain robotic platforms dedicated to high-throughput sample analysis in a fast-paced GXP environment.

    _ Job Duties Include:_

    • Deliver customer satisfaction by listening to and exceeding customer expectations.
    • Work independently and as part of a team, with integrity, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude.
    • Deliver customer satisfaction by listening to and exceeding customer expectations.
    • Participate in the computer system validation process for diverse laboratory equipment such as automated liquid handlers, plate readers, and Luminex and PCR systems.
    • Develop a working knowledge of laboratory equipment, such as liquid handlers, plate washers/dispensers, and Luminex and PCR instruments.
    • Utilize technical knowledge to ensure efficient operation of various automated processing and informational technology systems.
    • Perform routine cleaning, calibrations and verifications of a range of analytical instruments and liquid handling platforms including daily startup and shutdown of instruments.
    • Troubleshoot errors with quick resolution.
    • Use and maintain electronic laboratory notebooks to document and report experimental findings, assay protocols, etc. Use laboratory applications to perform bioanalytical tasks to track samples and/or reagents and equipment related information, document experimentation and conduct analysis (e.g., LIMS, reagent inventory tools, data transfer, ELN, etc.).
    • Accurately perform ligand-binding and PCR assays following well-defined guidelines as per their respective SOPs and work instructions in a GXP laboratory utilizing automated liquid handling and robotic equipment.
    • Willingness to cross-train to support other functions (Sample Management and Processing, Ligand-Biding Assays, PCR Assays, Compliance, etc).
    • Comply with all laboratory processes, procedures, SOPs and safety requirements.
  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    _ Basic Minimum Qualifications:_

    • Associate of Science degree with a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in robotics and/or automation OR
    • Bachelor of Science degree in Life Sciences, Engineering or equivalent with a minimum of 1-2 years of experience.
    • _ Authorization to work in the country indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship._
    • Significant Safety or Working Considerations:
      • May work with potentially infectious samples of human and/or animal origin.
      • May handle hazardous chemicals.

    ** Preferred Qualifications:**

    • Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail to deliver quality and accurate results.
    • Familiarity with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).
    • Experience with laboratory liquid handler(s) (e.g. Beckman/Hamilton).
    • Experience with ligand-binding and/or PCR-based assays.
    • Experience in System Development Life Cycle and instrument validation.
    • Experience in a GLP or GMP laboratory, preferably in a bioanalytical setting.

    Additional Information

    Position is Full Time, Monday-Friday, 8am-5 pm. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of West Point, PA are encouraged to apply

    _ Excellent full-time benefits include:_

    • Comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
    • Life and disability insurance
    • 401(k) with company match
    • Paid vacation and holiday
    • Yearly goal-based bonus & eligibility for merit-based increases

    Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.