Automation Chemist: Robotic Lab Automation & Synthesis

Bruker; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 78,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Bruker’s Chemspeed unit seeks an Automation Chemist to design and optimize automated workflows for synthesis, formulation, and analysis. The role covers configuring robotic systems, collaborating with customers, and developing method validation protocols across life science and materials projects.

The position is based in the Northeast (MA/NH/ME/VT) with up to 75% national travel. A strong background in chemistry, lab automation, and data handling is required, and the salary ranges from $78,000

Qualifications

• BS in chemistry with lab instrumentation experience.
• Hands-on expertise in synthesis, analysis, or formulation chemistry.
• Experience with automated liquid handling and robotic platforms.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize automated workflows for synthesis and analysis.
• Configure and program robotic lab systems for experiments.
• Collaborate with customers to translate workflows into automation solutions.
• Design and execute method development and validation protocols.
• Support system installations and customer training.
• Analyze data and provide insights to improve efficiency.

Skills

Automation robotics

HTE workflows

Python scripting

Data analysis

Instrumentation knowledge

Technical communication

Education

B.S. in Chemistry

Tools

HPLC

GC

LC-MS

NMR

UV-Vis

IR

Job description

Bruker’s Chemspeed unit seeks an Automation Chemist to design and optimize automated workflows for synthesis, formulation, and analysis. The role covers configuring robotic systems, collaborating with customers, and developing method validation protocols across life science and materials projects.

The position is based in the Northeast (MA/NH/ME/VT) with up to 75% national travel. A strong background in chemistry, lab automation, and data handling is required, and the salary ranges from $78,000