Automation Specialist - CIVM Lab & Data Automation

Spectraforce Technologies, Inc.; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectraforce Technologies, Inc. is seeking an Automation Specialist for our CiS Laboratories in South San Francisco, onsite.

The role focuses on automating CIVM culture, organoid- and spheroid-based assays, and integrating data with LIMS systems to support discovery and translational medicine programs. The candidate will collaborate with scientists to convert manual processes into automated workflows, maintain systems, and train colleagues in Python and automation practices.

Qualifications

• Experience automating cell culture and CIVMs in biotech settings.
• Programming, testing, qualification, and execution of automated workflows.
• Strong Python/C# skills and data-driven problem solving.
• Experience with instrument integration and QC data with LIMS.

Responsibilities

• Automate CIVM culture and assays on integrated liquid handling systems.
• Translate manual workflows into automated protocols with cross-functional teams.
• Maintain automation platforms and ensure sterility, readiness, and documentation.
• Drive data management and analysis pipelines; align with stakeholders.
• Train team members in Python development practices and version control.
• Document processes using SOPs and share capabilities across groups.

Skills

Python

C#

Data analysis

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

PhD with 0-3 years

Masters with 4-6 years

Tools

Hamilton

Biomek

Opentron

BioTek washers

Automated incubators

Centrifuges

Analyzers

Imagers

Job description

Spectraforce Technologies, Inc. is seeking an Automation Specialist for our CiS Laboratories in South San Francisco, onsite.

The role focuses on automating CIVM culture, organoid- and spheroid-based assays, and integrating data with LIMS systems to support discovery and translational medicine programs. The candidate will collaborate with scientists to convert manual processes into automated workflows, maintain systems, and train colleagues in Python and automation practices.