The opportunity
The Automation Support Engineer within the R&D Automation Department will contribute to the implementation and on-going support of automated systems and workflows to support the processing of samples in R&D and clinical diagnostics laboratory environments. This individual will…
What you'll do
Support liquid handling robots including troubleshooting and qualification procedures
Build knowledge on hardware and software on multiple types of laboratory: automated liquid handlers, such as Tecan Fluent, Hamilton STAR/Vantage/Verso, and Beckman I7, among others
Build rapport with end-users, and coordinate with cross-functional teams
Prepare documentation for equipment qualification and operating procedures to: ensure successful implementation in the labs
Prepare User Requirement and Testing Procedure, Standard Operating Procedures, and related documentations
Oversee functional and validation testing (IQ/OQ/PQ) of automated laboratory equipment
What they're looking for
- Additional responsibilities include user training, troubleshooting, and on-going support for the end-users
- Must be able to travel between sites in Austin (1 mile distance) to support multiple labs
- BS degree in Biomedical engineering, closely related scientific field, or equivalent; MS degree preferred
- + years of laboratory automation engineering experience required
