Senior Automation Engineer

Scorpion Therapeutics; Lexington (MA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Scorpion Therapeutics in Lexington, MA is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to lead lab automation and digital initiatives that enhance in-process analytical testing for biologics and synthetic molecules.

The role focuses on designing modular testing platforms, developing data tools, and collaborating with Process Development, Analytical Development, Quality, and Stability teams to tailor automation solutions. Strong leadership and advanced degrees are required.

Qualifications

• PhD or MSc/BS with required years experience in analytics or lab automation.
• Experience with lab automation systems (e.g., Tecan Evo, Thermo Inspire).
• Proficiency in Python and R scripting.
• Experience with SQL and Domino Data Lab data platforms.
• Demonstrated project leadership and collaboration across teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain modular automated testing platforms.
• Develop digital tools for visualization and data management.
• Collaborate with PD, AD, QA, and Stability teams to tailor automation solutions.
• Oversee robotic systems, software, and vendor integrations.
• Support analytical method development through technical strategy.

Skills

Lab automation

Python

R

Project leadership

Communication skills

Education

Analytical Chemistry/Pharma degree

Tools

Tecan Evo

Thermo Inspire

SQL

Domino Data Lab

Job description

Role

Senior Automation Engineer leading lab automation and digital initiatives to enhance in-process analytical testing for biologics and synthetic molecules.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain modular automated testing platforms
• Develop digital tools like visualization and data management systems
• Collaborate with Process Development, Analytical Development, Quality, and Stability teams to tailor automation solutions
• Oversee robotic systems, software, and vendor integrations
• Formulate technical strategies and support analytical method development

Requirements

• BSc, MSc, or PhD in Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related fields, with 3+ years (PhD) or up to 11+ years (BSc)
• Expertise in lab automation systems (e.g., Tecan Evo, Thermo Inspire)
• Scripting in Python and R
• Data platforms experience with SQL, Domino Data Lab
• Proven project leadership
• Strong communication skills

Desirable

• Knowledge of biologics/chemical analytical methods (chromatography, electrophoresis, CE-SDS, ELISA)
• Regulatory guidelines (ICH)

High-Value

• Biologics and synthetic molecules
• In-process testing
• Automation systems
• Digital tools
• Project leadership
• Lexington, MA location
• Full-time

No specific travel requirements noted.