Laboratory Automation Data Engineer

ALTEN Canada; Golden Horseshoe; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in pharmaceutical manufacturing seeks a mid-senior level professional in laboratory automation. The role involves programming and validating high throughput screening assays, optimizing workflows, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates hold a Master's degree and have significant experience with Hamilton systems.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in laboratory automation.
• Proven success in optimizing resource usage and throughput.
• Strong mechanical skills applicable to laboratory automation platforms.

Responsibilities

• Program, test, and validate high throughput screening assays.
• Standardize automation methods for global use.
• Monitor and refine workflows based on performance data.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Problem Solving

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Masters of Science or Applied Science

Tools

Hamilton Systems

SoftMax Pro

Electronic Laboratory Notebooks

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Responsibilities

• Independently program, test, and validate high throughput screening assays for formulation and assay development.
• Work proficiently with Hamilton liquid handling systems and SoftMax Pro plate readers, ensuring integration with existing laboratory processes.
• Develop quality assurance practices to validate assays for precision and accuracy.
• Standardize automation methods for global use, ensuring reproducibility and robustness across screening processes.
• Maintain detailed documentation using suitable IT tools and provide progress updates against project timelines.
• Monitor and refine workflows based on performance data and user feedback, focusing on efficiency, scalability, and innovation.
• Work with cross-functional teams (technologists, scientists, and leadership teams) to translate technical automation concepts into actionable recommendations.

Education and Experience

• Masters of Science or Applied Science with a focus on robotics, mechanical engineering, or high throughput assay development.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in laboratory automation, with significant expertise in Hamilton systems.
• Proven success in optimizing resource usage and throughput by developing and scaling automated liquid handling systems.

Technical Skills

• Expertise in automating complex liquid handling workflows using Hamilton systems and other platforms such as SoftMax Pro and electronic laboratory notebooks.
• Strong mechanical skills applicable to laboratory automation platforms, such as liquid handlers, laboratory robotic equipment, and integration of multiple instruments / devices into a single workflow.
• Familiarity with data pipelines, database management (SQL / NoSQL), and system integration for enhanced automation and workflow efficiency.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, with a proven track record of managing complex issues to successful conclusions.
• Adaptable and quick to learn new technologies, with proven leadership experience in guiding teams through complex automation initiatives.
• Energetic, collaborative, and skilled communicator who can comfortably work with cross-functional teams including but not limited to technologists, scientists, and leadership teams.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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