Laboratory Automation Specialist

Sire Search; Leiden; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Sire Search in Leiden, Netherlands, seeks a Laboratory Automation Specialist to support analytical equipment lifecycle, automation initiatives, and data integrity across research labs.

You will work with Lab Operations, QA, and development teams to qualify, maintain, and decommission instruments, implement paperless initiatives, and translate user needs into technical specifications. Fluency in English is required; Dutch language skills are desirable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Life Sciences, Computer Sciences or equivalent.
• Experience or strong affinity with automation and analytical methodologies.
• Knowledge of laboratory data acquisition and processing software.
• Experience with database systems and GMP quality systems.
• Fluency in English; Dutch language skills desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support introduction, qualification, maintenance, and decommissioning of laboratory equipment.
• Manage equipment lifecycle documentation and compliance activities.
• Support laboratory automation systems and software applications.
• Translate user requirements into technical specifications.
• Ensure systems comply with data integrity and quality standards.
• Assist with New Product Introduction activities and business challenges.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and develop practical solutions.
• Collaborate with laboratory, quality, and technical stakeholders.

Skills

Automation experience

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Stakeholder communication

Independent work

Planning and prioritization

Education

Bachelor degree

Tools

Empower

Chromeleon

Unifi

ICE3

Database systems

Job description

The Company

A global healthcare and pharmaceutical organization focused on research, development, and manufacturing of innovative therapies. The company operates internationally and invests heavily in laboratory technologies, digital transformation, data integrity, and scientific advancement to support the development of life changing medicines.

Role Description

The Laboratory Automation Specialist will support laboratory operations by managing the lifecycle of analytical equipment and laboratory systems. The role focuses on equipment introduction, maintenance, decommissioning, documentation, automation support, and continuous improvement of laboratory systems and data processes. You will work within the Lab Operations team, supporting analytical laboratories with equipment lifecycle activities, automation initiatives, and data integrity standards while collaborating with stakeholders across research and development functions.

Responsibilities

• Support the introduction, qualification, maintenance, and decommissioning of laboratory equipment
• Manage equipment lifecycle documentation and compliance activities
• Support laboratory automation systems and software applications
• Provide expertise on Empower, Chromeleon, Unifi, ICE3, and related laboratory platforms
• Translate user requirements into technical specifications
• Ensure systems comply with data integrity and quality standards
• Support implementation of new technologies and paperless laboratory initiatives
• Assist with New Product Introduction activities and business critical challenges
• Troubleshoot technical issues and develop practical solutions
• Collaborate with laboratory, quality, and technical stakeholders
• Drive continuous improvement of systems, processes, and standards

Requirements

• Bachelor degree in Life Sciences, Computer Sciences, or equivalent
• Experience or strong affinity with automation and analytical methodologies
• Knowledge of laboratory data acquisition and processing software
• Experience with database systems
• Understanding of GMP quality systems
• Strong analytical thinking and technical problem solving skills
• Effective stakeholder and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and proactively
• Strong planning and prioritization skills
• Fluency in English
• Dutch language skills desirable

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