Location{​{:}} Cambridge, M

A*This role will require regular presence at our client sites in the Cambridge / Boston, MA area

***This role is not eligible for relocation assistance*

*The Zifo Lab Automation Engineer provides technical laboratory automation services, including multivendor instrument, information technology and validation/compliance services when applicable. The individual will provide the consulting skills required to analyze customer needs and gaps to propose solutions for the desired state. He or she will work with business users and managers of customers in conjunction with the internal Zifo support team.

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• Provides technical support of customer laboratory environments
• Ensure that common automation equipment is properly maintained and in good working order. This includes stand-alone liquid handlers (Hamilton, Echo, Tecan, etc), plate readers (SpectraMax, Envision, Neo2, etc) plate washers/dispensers, as well as several fully integrated robotic systems.
• Install, operate, maintain, QC, troubleshoot problems, create methods/scripts, and train users on instruments is required.
• Configured in-lab settings for automation software (eg{​{:}} Cellario, Green Button Go) as required to train robotic equipment
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• Perform unit test scripts for in-Lab automation equipment to validate the remote programmed software
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• Able to build and operate debugging scripts and perform simple parallel development in the production environment
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• Modify existing systems, instruments, methods and software to meet evolving needs
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• Work collaboratively with discovery, engineering and expression groups at the local sites to optimize research efficiencies through implementation of automation process improvements and novel technologie
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• Ensures adherence to client's corporate policies through periodic reporting and compliance program
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• Document procedures, policies, troubleshooting and best practice
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• Perform system preventative maintenances based on client's schedule, if applicabl
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• } Knowledge of laboratory safety practices as defined by the company and/or customer's site safety co
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• e Experience in the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting and scripting for liquid handlers, dispensers, plate washers, plate readers, Octet, etc. require
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• . Programming experience using Python, Java, C# or VB.N
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• T Experience with scheduling, operation, training and troubleshooting of fully integrated robotic syste
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• s Expertise with Hi-Res BioSolutions' Cellario or Biosero's Green Button Go scheduling software is a plu
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• . Experience with Titian Mosaic is a pl
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• s Exemplary interpersonal skills including the ability to work with other automation engineers and non-automation scientist
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• . Excellent organizational skills, as exemplified by an aptitude for clear record-keeping and data analysis, and the ability to prioritize work across multiple project
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• . Excellent customer service skills complemented by an ability to listen to and interpret client reques
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• s Ability to troubleshoot complex instrument and technology issu
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• s Strong oral and written communication skil
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• s Ability to identify, track and complete tasks for multiple project
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• }} Independent, self-motivated & results driven individ
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• al Willingness & ability to acquire quickly new technical skills & business princip
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• es Ability for Critical Thinking and Logical Reasoni
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• g Good understanding of pharmaceutical research and drug Discovery & development processes and biologics workflows (preferred, not require
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Required Education/Experience{​

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• :}} Bachelor of Science in computer science, life science or equivalent industry experi
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• nce 5+ years of relevant technical experience including (but not limited to); biotech/pharmaceutical company or an automation provi
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• er. Experience with scientific instrumentation (prefer
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efitsAbout Zifo

{​{:}}CURIOSITY DRIVEN, SCIENCE FOCUSED, EMPLOYEE BUILT. Our culture is unlike any other, one where we debate, challenge ourselves, and interact with all alike. We are a curious bunch, characterized by our passion to learn and spirit of teamwork. Zifo is a global R&D solutions provider focused on the industries of Pharma, Biotech, Manufacturing QC, Medical Devices, specialty chemicals and other research-based organizations. Our team's knowledge of science and expertise in technology help Zifo better serve our customers around the globe, including 7 of the Top 10 Biopharma comp

anies.We look for Science - Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Technology, Biomedical Engineering, Microbiology etc. We possess scientific and technical knowledge and bear professional and personal goals. While we have a "no doors" policy to promote free access within, we do have a tough door to walk in. We search with a two-point agenda - technical competency and cultural adaptab

ility.We offer a competitive compensation package including accrued vacation, medical, dental, vision, 401k with company matching, life insurance, and flexible spending acc

ounts.If you share these sentiments and are prepared for the atypical, then Zifo is your ca

lling!Zifo is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability s