Position Requirements: - Experience implementing complex systems and equipment: defining system requirements, establishing best practices, and proactively monitoring system performance
- Experience with microbiology, molecular biology, flow cytometry, high content analysis (HCA), high throughput screening (HTS), genomics and sequencing, mass spectrometry, and/or any other standard life-science laboratory workflows
- BS/MS in science or engineering discipline, minimum 10 years of relevant experience, PhD not required
Expertise with commercial automation equipment: - Detailed knowledge of multiple commercial liquid handling systems (Tecan EVO and Fluent, Agilent Bravo, Beckman Coulter FX/NX/iSeries, Hamilton STAR and Vantage)
- Expertise with development and operation of integrated robotic systems and automation scheduling software applications (Agilent VWorks, Biosero GreenButtonGo, PAA Overlord)
- Up-to-date knowledge of commercial options for large- and small-scale equipment
Custom hardware and software development, any of the following: - Significant experience with software development:
- 5+ years experience with any major programming language (C#.NET, C/C++, Python)
- Communication with 3rd party devices and software through APIs, web-services, and/or direct commands, and the ability to write interfaces for receiving commands
- Database design: schema development, basic administration, and front-end integration
- Mechanical design using CAD software (e.g. SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Rhino): able to generate parts, assemblies, and drawings for manufacture and rapid prototyping
- Electrical engineering skills: ability to read and draw circuit diagrams, wire and solder components
- Microfluidics: experience building interfaces to microfluidic systems, experience with custom design and fabrication of microfluidic devices
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