Sr. Scientist

WorkLLama; West Point (PA); In loco; USD 90.000 - 140.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

WorkLLama in Pennsylvania seeks an experienced Automation Scientist to drive end-to-end Omics data generation through automated workflows, DNA/RNA processing, and PCR setups on automated liquid handlers.

You will configure and troubleshoot TECAN and Hamilton platforms, support Illumina-based NGS workflows, and document results while collaborating with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced research environment.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of industry experience, or Master's with 6+ years, or PhD with 4+ years.
• Hands-on DNA and RNA workflows experience required.
• Experience with automated PCR using liquid handlers.

Mansioni

• Execute end-to-end Omics data generation workflows using high-throughput automation.
• Perform DNA and RNA processing, preparation, and analysis activities.
• Design, execute, and optimize PCR workflows with automated liquid handling.
• Operate, troubleshoot, and program TECAN and Hamilton systems.
• Support NGS workflows using Illumina platforms.
• Maintain accurate lab documentation, notebooks, and data records.
• Collaborate with scientists and engineers to improve workflows.
• Ensure safety and quality standards in all activities.

Conoscenze

High-Throughput Automation

TECAN Liquid Handling Systems

Hamilton Liquid Handling Systems

PCR Automation

DNA & RNA Processing

NGS (Illumina)

Laboratory Documentation

Data Analysis

Troubleshooting

Method Development

Collaboration

Safety & Quality Compliance

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Genetics, or related field

Master's degree with 6+ years of industry experience

PhD with 4+ years of industry experience

Strumenti

TECAN Liquid Handling Systems

Hamilton Liquid Handling Systems

Illumina Sequencing Platforms

Descrizione del lavoro

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Automation Scientist to support the end-to-end generation of Omics data through high-throughput laboratory automation. This role will focus on automated molecular biology workflows, liquid handling platforms, and next-generation sequencing technologies to enable efficient and high-quality data generation. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on laboratory experience working with DNA/RNA, automated PCR workflows, and laboratory instrumentation within a collaborative, fast-paced research or industry environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute end-to-end Omics data generation workflows using high-throughput laboratory automation.
• Perform DNA and RNA processing, preparation, and analysis activities.
• Design, execute, and optimize PCR-based workflows using automated liquid handling systems.
• Operate, troubleshoot, maintain, and program automated liquid handling platforms, including TECAN and Hamilton systems.
• Support Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) workflows utilizing Illumina platforms.
• Perform wet chemistry laboratory activities including pipetting, buffer preparation, filtration, dilution, and solution preparation.
• Maintain accurate laboratory documentation, notebooks, inventory records, and experimental data records.
• Analyze experimental results and communicate findings to cross-functional teams.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve workflow, instrumentation, and process-related issues.
• Collaborate with scientists, engineers, and laboratory personnel to improve automation workflows and laboratory efficiency.
• Support method development, optimization, validation, and technology transfer activities.
• Ensure laboratory activities are conducted in compliance with safety and quality standards.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Genetics, or a related field with 8+ years of industry experience; OR Master's degree with 6+ years of industry experience; OR PhD with 4+ years of industry experience.
• Hands-on laboratory experience working with DNA and RNA workflows.
• Experience performing PCR reactions using automated liquid handling systems.
• Experience operating, troubleshooting, and programming liquid handlers, including TECAN and/or Hamilton platforms.
• Experience with Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) technologies, preferably Illumina platforms.
• Strong wet chemistry laboratory skills including pipetting, buffer preparation, filtration, dilution, and basic calculations.
• Experience maintaining laboratory documentation, notebooks, inventory systems, and data records.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and teamwork abilities.
• Comfortable working in a laboratory environment and managing multiple priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with analytical instrumentation such as plate readers, thermocyclers, high-throughput microscopy systems, and flow cytometers.
• Experience supporting laboratory operations and workflow optimization.
• Industry experience within biotechnology, pharmaceutical, genomics, diagnostics, or life sciences organizations.
• Experience troubleshooting experimental and equipment-related technical issues.
• Experience with method development, process optimization, validation, and method transfer activities.
• Experience working in highly automated laboratory environments.

Key Skills

• High-Throughput Automation
• TECAN Liquid Handling Systems
• Hamilton Liquid Handling Systems
• PCR Automation
• DNA & RNA Processing
• Next Generation Sequencing (NGS)
• Illumina Platforms
• Laboratory Automation
• Wet Chemistry Techniques
• Method Development
• Technical Troubleshooting
• Data Analysis & Interpretation
• Laboratory Documentation
• Team Collaboration
• Process Optimization