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Eurofins · 2 weeks ago

Senior Lab Automation/Robotics Engineer - Group Leader

West Point, PA, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

4+ years exp

Eurofins is an international life sciences company focused on analytical testing services. The Group Leader will supervise a team of scientists while supporting automated, high-throughput sample analysis in a fast-paced GXP environment.

BiotechnologyGeneticsHealth CareLife SciencePharmaceutical

No H1B

Responsibilities

Supervise others in performing client’s service requirements, monitor the performance of the team of employees and proactively plan and multitask to maximize productivity and ensure smooth operation of department. Ensure coverage and performance for all shifts and work duties

Coach, train, and develop others within the group with respect to their personal development and effective implementation of operational improvements

May participate in new hire interviews and support the on-boarding process of new employees

Coordinate workflow and perform daily monitoring to meet TAT

Conduct semiannual performance reviews, interview applicants, keep training records up to date for assigned employees, perform succession planning in preparation for growth, and confront and address problems, concerns, and performance issues

Meet all safety, quality and productivity metrics and demonstrate and promote strong teamwork, positive morale and collaboration and adhere to highest quality and efficiency standards in laboratory operations

Assist with computer system and instrument validation process for diverse laboratory equipment such as automated liquid handlers, and Luminex and PCR systems

Develop a working knowledge of laboratory equipment, such as liquid handlers, plate washers/dispensers, and Luminex and PCR instruments

Utilize technical knowledge to ensure efficient operation of various automated processing and informational technology systems

Perform routine cleaning, calibrations and verifications of a range of analytical instruments and liquid handling platforms including daily startup and shutdown of instruments

Troubleshoot errors with quick resolution

Work independently and as part of a team, with integrity, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude

Use and maintain electronic laboratory notebooks to document and report experimental findings, assay protocols, etc. Use laboratory applications to perform bioanalytical tasks to track samples and/or reagents and equipment related information, document experimentation and conduct analysis (e.g., LIMS, reagent inventory tools, data transfer, ELN, etc.)

Deliver customer satisfaction by listening to and exceeding customer expectations

Comply with all laboratory safety requirements

Qualification

Laboratory automationRoboticsLaboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)LeadershipLiquid handling systemsPCR-based assaysSystem Development Life CycleCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsProblem-solving

Required

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as life sciences, engineering, automation, robotics, or other directly-related field or degree with comparable coursework in the above area

A minimum of 4-6 years of relatable industry experience

Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction sponsorship

May work with potentially infectious samples of human and/or animal origin

May handle hazardous chemicals

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Preferred

Self-confidence, leadership, ability to reason and make sound decisions, and delegate

Empathy and sensitivity towards others

Motivation to excel and inspire excellence in others

Ability to manage the work of others and see projects through to completion

Strong communication including verbal, writing, and presentation skills

Ability to communicate effectively and relate well to people; mental and emotional stability and maturity

Ability to handle personal stress and diffuse stress in others

Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple priorities

Good judgment and tact recognizing and solving problems

Recognized as understanding, interpreting, and following company policy

Sets positive example for others

Dedication to quality, ethics, and customer service

Pride in appearance, conduct, and company

Experience with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)

Experience with laboratory liquid handler(s) (e.g. Beckman/Hamilton)

Experience with ligand-binding and/or PCR-based assays

Experience in System Development Life Cycle and instrument validation are highly preferred

Experience with laboratory instruments and robotics, specifically, programming, calibration, verification and cleaning of instruments and daily set up of reagents on instruments are highly preferred

Experience in a GLP or GMP laboratory, preferably in a bioanalytical setting