Automation Ops Lead - Biotech Lab Innovation (Hybrid)

GlaxoSmithKline; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global healthcare leader in Stevenage is seeking an Automation Operations Lead to drive innovation within scientific workflows. This role involves creating strategies for automating research processes and leading a team in implementing cutting-edge solutions. The ideal candidate has a strong background in engineering or life sciences, alongside proven experience in lab automation. This position offers a competitive salary and a hybrid working model, empowering you to balance remote and in-office work.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual bonus based on performance

Healthcare and wellbeing programmes

Pension plan membership

Shares and savings programme

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in integrated automation operations within pharmaceuticals.
• Proven track record of implementing automation solutions in a lab.
• Strong knowledge of lab automation scheduling software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies for automation operations.
• Lead a team to enhance research productivity using automation solutions.
• Support deployment of automated solutions to improve workflows.

Skills

Automation Solutions Implementation

Project Management

Problem Solving

Excellent Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or Life Sciences

Tools

GreenButtonGo

Cellario

Momentum

Job description

A global healthcare leader in Stevenage is seeking an Automation Operations Lead to drive innovation within scientific workflows. This role involves creating strategies for automating research processes and leading a team in implementing cutting-edge solutions. The ideal candidate has a strong background in engineering or life sciences, alongside proven experience in lab automation. This position offers a competitive salary and a hybrid working model, empowering you to balance remote and in-office work.