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    Lab Automation Engineer - San Diego, United States - Eli Lilly and Company

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    Description

    At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We're looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world.

    We are seeking a highly motivated Lab Automation Engineer to join Eli Lilly's Biotherapeutics Discovery Research Center in San Diego

    You will have the opportunity to:


    • Ensure that common automation equipment is properly maintained and in good working order. This includes stand-alone liquid handlers (BioMek, Hamilton, Lynx, Echo), plate readers (SpectraMax, Envision, Neo2) plate washers/dispensers, protein quantification instruments (Octet), colony/plaque pickers (Qpix), sequencing instruments etc., as well as several fully integrated robotic systems.


    • Install, operate, maintain, QC, troubleshoot problems, create methods/scripts, and train users on instruments is required.


    • Modify existing systems, instruments, methods and software to meet evolving needs.


    • Work collaboratively with protein discovery, engineering and expression groups at the San Diego site to optimize research efficiencies through implementation of automation process improvements and novel technologies.

    Basic Qualifications


    • BS/MS in Life Sciences, Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or similar discipline with a minimum of 3 years of experience.


    • Experience should include at least 2 years of relevant industry experience, preferably in a biotech/pharmaceutical company or an automation provider.

    Additional Skills/Preferences


    • Experience in the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting and scripting for liquid handlers, dispensers, plate washers, plate readers, Octet, etc. required.


    • Programming experience using Python, Java, C# or VB.NET is strongly preferred.


    • Experience with scheduling, operation, training and troubleshooting of fully integrated robotic systems is a plus.


    • Expertise with Beckman Coulter's SAMI or Biosero's Green Button Go scheduling software is a plus.


    • Exemplary interpersonal skills including the ability to work with other automation engineers, as well as non-automation scientists.


    • Excellent organizational skills, as exemplified by an aptitude for clear record-keeping, and data analysis, as well as the ability to prioritize work across multiple projects.


    • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

    Eli Lilly and Company, Lilly USA, LLC and our wholly owned subsidiaries (collectively "Lilly") are committed to help individuals with disabilities to participate in the workforce and ensure equal opportunity to compete for jobs. If you require an accommodation to submit a resume for positions at Lilly, please email Lilly Human Resources ( ) for further assistance. Please note This email address is intended for use only to request an accommodation as part of the application process. Any other correspondence will not receive a response.

    Lilly is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

    Our employee resource groups (ERGs) offer strong support networks for their members and help our company develop talented individuals for future leadership roles. Our current groups include: Africa, Middle East, Central Asia Network, African American Network, Chinese Culture Network, Early Career Professionals, Japanese International Leadership Network (JILN), Lilly India Network, Organization of Latinos at Lilly, PRIDE (LGBTQ + Allies), Veterans Leadership Network, Women's Network, Working and Living with Disabilities. Learn more about all of our groups.

    #WeAreLilly


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