Director, Lab Automation & Tech Operations

lab automation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Deerfield Discovery and Development, LLC is seeking a Director for Automation Technologies and Operations in New York. This role involves leading the automation capabilities for small and large molecule therapeutic discovery. The ideal candidate will have extensive laboratory automation experience and strong communication skills, managing automation initiatives to enhance drug discovery processes. Salary range is $180,000 - $230,000, complemented by a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Deep hands-on experience in laboratory automation required.
• Proficiency with automated systems and integrated robotic schedulers preferred.
• Ability to program with Microsoft languages like VB or C# is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement automation solutions for drug discovery.
• Assist with key emerging technologies implementation.
• Design & implement workflows for R&D applications.

Skills

Collaboration and relationship building

Adaptability

Strategic thinking

Results orientation

Coaching

Communication skills

Education

BS in biological or chemical sciences

MS or Ph.D. preferred

Tools

Automated liquid handling systems (e.g., Beckman, Labcyte)

LIMS systems

SQL-based databases

Job description

Deerfield Discovery and Development, LLC is seeking a Director for Automation Technologies and Operations in New York. This role involves leading the automation capabilities for small and large molecule therapeutic discovery. The ideal candidate will have extensive laboratory automation experience and strong communication skills, managing automation initiatives to enhance drug discovery processes. Salary range is $180,000 - $230,000, complemented by a comprehensive benefits package.