Automation Engineer I/II (Contract)
DELFI Diagnostics, Inc.Liquid Biopsy company
Palo Alto, United StatesMid
DFJ Growth
Menlo Ventures
OrbiMed
Eli Lilly and Company
Point72
Foresite Capital
About the role
TL;DR
Support high complexity process automation engineering for cancer detection via next generation sequencing.
- •In this role, you will be responsible for supporting high complexity process automation engineering for cancer detection via next generation sequencing.
- •Key Responsibilities Support, maintain, test, and troubleshoot liquid handling platforms used in clinical multi-omics workflows Perform routine and corrective maintenance on laboratory instruments including liquid handlers, centrifuges, plate sealer, plate peelers, proteomics platforms, thermal cyclers, cold storage units, and related equipment Monitor and maintain ultra-low temperature (ULT) freezers, refrigerators, to ensure sample integrity and compliance Coordinate instrument qualification activities (IQ/OQ/PQ) and assist with vendor service scheduling Rapidly diagnose and resolve instrument failures to minimize impact on clinical workflow timelines Requirements B.S. or higher in engineering, biology, or similar field providing a strong foundation in lab automation, systems development, and science High level of analytical ability to solve complex technical problems Skilled in technical and non-technical communication Able to master new concepts and skills quickly, with strong attention to detail Comfortable working in both individual and cross-functional team settings
Domain expertise
healthcare