Eurofins Viracor BioPharma Services · 1 day ago
Robotics and Automation Associate Scientist
New London County, CT
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$25/hr - $27.25/hr
2+ years expEurofins Viracor BioPharma Services is an international life sciences company specializing in analytical testing services. The role involves developing and deploying automation and technology processes for pharmaceutical drug candidates in a laboratory setting, focusing on laboratory automation solutions and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
Biotechnology
No H1B
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will help design, prototype and develop laboratory automation solutions for drug product development applications as part of a multi-disciplinary team
Assist with design and testing of modular hardware to facilitate data-rich experimentation
Enable use of digital tools for machine learning and self-optimization to enhance automation goals
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to implement automated equipment and develop novel solutions for execution of laboratory experimentation
Innovate with academic and industrial collaborators to identify unmet needs and develop novel solutions
Partner with research scientists and engineers on suitable experimentation to deliver DPDS workflows for solid dosage form development
Implement a robotic control system for orchestration of multiple workstreams using modular laboratory equipment
Enable data management systems to retrieve, process and store relevant lab data from both manual and automated experiments
Develop and implement data analytics tools for process optimization, process modeling, and visualization
Participation with departmental initiatives, continuous improvement teams, scientific presentations, and external collaborations to influence scientific and business impact of the group
Qualification
Required
Master of Science Degree in Automation Engineering, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Data Sciences or closely related discipline
OR a Bachelor's degree in these disciplines with 2-4 years of relevant experience in a laboratory setting
Strong coding with C/C++ or Python
Experience working with Application Programming Interface (API) and Open Platform Communications (OPC)
Data processing experience, including AI agents, machine learning, and Bayesian optimization
Experience working with computer-aided vision systems for testing and analysis of product quality attributes
Basic mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
Preferred
Experience with robotics, automation, data analytics, and machine vision systems used in laboratory automation
Experience in pharmaceutical research and development
Benefits
Excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
Life and disability insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid vacation and holidays
Company
Eurofins Viracor BioPharma Services
Eurofins Viracor BioPharma is a trusted provider of drug development solutions to pharmaceutical and contract research organizations.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase