Indianapolis, United States | Posted on 05/16/2024Industry Pharma/Biotech/Clinical ResearchJob Type ContractWork Experience 5+ yearsCity IndianapolisState/Province IndianaCountry United StatesJob Description As a Lab Automation Engineer in Bio-product Research and Development, you will be responsible for identifying automation opportunities, assessing available technologies, and for implementing automation technologies across different l aboratory areas. The ability to thrive in a team environment while seeking to leverage use of the automation tools available is a must. The scientist/engineer is also responsible for working collaboratively with a wide array of scientists, engineers and automation experts from many disciplines, leading / supporting organization initiatives, and providing internal influence on the use of automation in a laboratory setting.Responsible for design and implementation of key automation aspects of laboratory equipmentYour innovative use of communication tools and techniques will facilitate in explaining difficult issues and establishing consensus between teams.Contribute to the completion of projects, manage own time on agreed targets, develop plans for own projects and leads small project teams.Demonstrate good planning, organizing, time management and team participation skillsMentor and guide junior staff and serve as a technical trainer, whenever necessaryClearly communicate progress and issues to peersRequirements Bachelor's and/or master's degree in engineering, life sciences or related fieldAt least 3 years' experience/ knowledge with automated systems, including programming and improving complex systemsFamiliarity with at least one computer coding language (such as Python, Java, C#, HTML ), understanding in version control systems (like GitHub or GitLab ) is a plusAble to independently contribute through development and optimization of automation technologies preferred.Able to oversee implementation of automation technologies with third parties through technical skills and project management principlesMust be able to work productively in an interdisciplinary team environmentExperience with Hamilton, Scinomix, Tecan or similar automated laboratory platforms preferredGood oral and written communication, problem-solving, and analytical skillsAbility to influence and educate other scientists and engineers to use automation technologies as part of implementationProficiency using PC and Microsoft Office toolsExcellent organizational and time management skillsStrong attention to detailGMP and Good Documentation PracticeIntermediate skills with WORD (authoring/editing large technical documents with styles, tables, TOCs, track changes)Basic skills with EXCEL and PowerPointExperience with and tolerance for high levels of challenge and changeExperience with project management including capturing project requirements and deliverables, timeline development, stakeholder management and communications#J-18808-Ljbffr