Lab Automation Engineer

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We are seeking a highly motivated Lab Automation Engineer to join Eli Lilly's Biotherapeutics Discovery Research Center in San Diego

You will have the opportunity to:

• Ensure that common automation equipment is properly maintained and in good working order. This includes stand-alone liquid handlers (BioMek, Hamilton, Lynx, Echo), plate readers (SpectraMax, Envision, Neo2) plate washers/dispensers, protein quantification instruments (Octet), colony/plaque pickers (Qpix), sequencing instruments etc., as well as several fully integrated robotic systems.
• Install, operate, maintain, QC, troubleshoot problems, create methods/scripts, and train users on instruments is required.
• Modify existing systems, instruments, methods and software to meet evolving needs.
• Work collaboratively with protein discovery, engineering and expression groups at the San Diego site to optimize research efficiencies through implementation of automation process improvements and novel technologies.

Basic Qualifications

• BS/MS in Life Sciences, Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or similar discipline with a minimum of 3 years of experience.
• Experience should include at least 2 years of relevant industry experience, preferably in a biotech/pharmaceutical company or an automation provider.

Additional Skills/Preferences

• Experience in the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting and scripting for liquid handlers, dispensers, plate washers, plate readers, Octet, etc. required.
• Programming experience using Python, Java, C# or VB.NET is strongly preferred.
• Experience with scheduling, operation, training and troubleshooting of fully integrated robotic systems is a plus.
• Expertise with Beckman Coulter's SAMI or Biosero's Green Button Go scheduling software is a plus.
• Exemplary interpersonal skills including the ability to work with other automation engineers, as well as non-automation scientists.
• Excellent organizational skills, as exemplified by an aptitude for clear record-keeping, and data analysis, as well as the ability to prioritize work across multiple projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

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