Manager of Automation

BioSpace; Swiftwater (Monroe County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanofi is seeking a Manager of Automation in Swiftwater, PA to lead automation strategies for ligand-binding assays, design methods, and integrate them into high-throughput environments. You will collaborate with clinical testing groups to ensure smooth deployment of automated workflows.

The role requires a strong background in bioanalytical assays, data analysis, and automation, with experience in Hamilton platforms and GXP practices. Excellent communication and leadership skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 3+ years of industry experience in bioanalytical assay development, data analysis, and automation; OR
• Master’s degree with 1+ years of industry experience in bioanalytical assay development, data analysis, and automation.
• Internship or co‑op experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Design bioanalytical methods compatible with automation platforms and lead the development, qualification, and validation of these methods with a focus on ligand binding assays.
• Troubleshoot issues that may arise with automated platforms
• Under direction of management, plans and oversees the day‑to‑day operations and general activities associated with one or more laboratories/projects.
• Ensures laboratory resources are maintained to meet objectives; evaluates performance/metrics and communicates to senior management; optimize laboratory performance based on metrics.
• Support a quality and compliant testing environment (laboratories, equipment, reagents, training and documentation, methods, personnel).
• Training coworkers on laboratory methods, procedures and techniques; assist with the generation of training modules as needed.
• Document generation associated with project/objectives (protocols, reports, SOPs, regulatory correpondences, or presentations).
• Support departmental quality by ensuring adequate support for documentation, investigation, and closure of quality items including change controls, deviations, and CAPAs.

Skills

Hamilton automation

Ligand binding assays

Written communication

Verbal communication

Creative thinking

Deadline driven

GXP knowledge

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences or related field

Master’s degree in Biological Sciences or related field

Job description

About The Job

The Manager of Automation plays a critical role in driving automation strategies for multiplexed ligand-binding assays, essential to advancing Global Clinical Immunologys goals of enhancing operational efficiency and expediting data delivery. This role involves designing bioanalytical methods compatible with automation platforms and leading the development, qualification, and validation of these methods. Additionally, the Manager collaborates with clinical testing groups to ensure smooth integration into high-throughput environments.

Job Title

Manager of Automation

• Location: Swiftwater, PA

About Sanofi

We’re an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving peoples lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system and innovative pipeline enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve peoples lives.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences or a related field with 3+ years of industry experience in bioanalytical assay development, data analysis, and automation; OR
• Master’s degree in Biological Sciences or a related field with 1+ years of industry experience in bioanalytical assay development, data analysis, and automation.
• Internship or co‑op experience will be considered.

Additional Qualifications

• Familiarity with Hamilton automated platforms.
• Previous experience with Ligand binding assays such as ELISA, Luminex, MSD.
• Written skills required to create clear and concise documents including procedures, deviation investigations, plans, test cases and reports.
• Verbal skills required to be able to act as a liaison between different groups/stakeholders, such as GCI and Automation Center of Excellence.
• Creative and abstract thinking Required to develop and implement innovative, creative and efficient solutions to issues.
• Ability to focus on deadlines and deliverables.
• Understanding of GXP practices and procedures.
• Excellent technical skills, analytical ability, judgment with a strong operational focus.
• Excellent interpersonal, technical, scientific and communications skills (written/oral).

Main Responsibilities

• Design bioanalytical methods compatible with automation platforms and lead the development, qualification, and validation of these methods with a focus on ligand binding assays.
• Troubleshoot issues that may arise with automated platforms
• Under direction of management, plans and oversees the day‑to‑day operations and general activities associated with one or more laboratories/projects.
• Ensures laboratory resources(materials/reagents/equipment/facilities) are maintained to meet assigned objectives; evaluates performance/metrics of laboratory/project in relation to objectives and effectively communicates to senior management; works to optimize laboratory performance based on metrics.
• Support a quality and compliant testing environment (laboratories, equipment, reagents, training and documentation, methods, personnel).
• Training coworkers on laboratory methods, procedures and techniques; assist with the generation of training modules as needed.
• Document generation associated with project/objectives. This may include, but is not limited to, protocols, reports, operating procedures/instructions, regulatory correspondences, or presentations.
• Support departmental quality by ensuring adequate support for documentation, investigation, and closure of quality items including change controls, deviations, and CAPAs.

Why Choose Us

• Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future‑focused team.
• Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether its through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.
• Enjoy a thoughtful, well‑crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.
• Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks gender‑neutral parental leave.
• Work at the forefront of AI‑driven research, smart manufacturing, and groundbreaking mRNA platforms that are redefining the future of immunology
• Help protect half a billion people every year, contributing to one of the largest global vaccination efforts in healthcare.
• Make the impossible possible for millions by contributing to breakthrough moments like the worlds first RSV toddler vaccine.

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