Baylor Genetics ยท 1 day ago
Senior Automation Engineer
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expBaylor Genetics is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer responsible for the design, development, and implementation of automated workflows in laboratory production pipelines. The role involves programming, testing, and troubleshooting automated systems while collaborating with laboratory stakeholders to deliver efficient automation solutions.
BiotechnologyHealth Care
Responsibilities
Develop, validate, and optimize automated workflows to improve laboratory throughput, efficiency, and reliability. Apply strong knowledge of NGS chemistry to ensure high-quality automated performance
Gather and translate scientific and operational user requirements into automation solutions; provide recommendations on best practices and technology strategies
Collaborate with IT to integrate automation systems with LIMS
Provide advanced troubleshooting, maintenance, calibration, and support for liquid handling platforms (e.g., Tecan, Beckman, Revvity) and other lab instruments
Mentor colleagues on programming best practices, workflow design, and coding standards
Author and maintain SOPs, user guides, and training documentation
Deliver training to laboratory staff on automated instruments and workflows
Ensure compliance with verification/validation standards and regulatory requirements
Drive continuous improvement, including evaluation of new platforms, algorithms, and methodologies
Serve as a 2nd level on-call resource during live runs to address hardware/software issues as needed
Qualification
Required
BS + 7 years, MS + 5 years, or PhD + 3 years of relevant experience
Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or related field
Experience in biotechnology or clinical laboratory environments
Expertise in operating and developing methods for automated liquid handling systems (Tecan, Beckman, PerkinElmer preferred)
Hands-on experience with NGS workflows. Strong understanding of NGS chemistry and assay steps
Strong programming skills: Visual Basic, Python, SQL
Proficient in troubleshooting liquid handling and general lab equipment
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Experience with verification, calibration, and quantitative measurement analysis
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills for data manipulation; SQL and database knowledge desirable
Familiarity with Six Sigma or process improvement methodologies
Company
Baylor Genetics
Baylor Genetics offers a full spectrum of cost-effective, genetic testing, and provides clinically relevant solutions.
501-1000 employees
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