Automation Workflow Scientist

Agilent inspires and supports discoveries that advance the quality of life. We provide life science, diagnostic and applied market laboratories worldwide with instruments, services, consumables, applications, and expertise.

About the role

The successful candidate will leverage their scientific expertise and experience with LC/MS and automation systems to help develop and demonstrate optimized automated workflow solutions that improve data quality and increase sample throughput while decreasing time-to-results and labor costs.

As part of the Automation Platform Applications team, you will:

• Contribute to the development of new automation instruments, improvements of existing automated workflows, and translation of manual sample preparation methods into automated sample prep applications on Bravo platforms such as the AssayMAP Bravo, which in combination with analytical instruments (e.g., LC/MS) will enable complete automated workflows.
• Create application notes in collaboration with business partners and customers to demonstrate the benefits of the automated workflow and help customers adopt the applications for routine use.
• Provide scientific input to the development of intuitive user interfaces so bench scientists and technicians can use the applications without becoming automation experts.
• Define, document, and execute functional test cases that verify the performance of sample preparation applications to ensure out-of-the-box operation.
• Collaborate with technical writers to create comprehensive installation and user documentation.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams supporting the resolution of customer-reported issues.
• Specify workflow requirements, utilize hardware, software, and applications to create end-to-end workflows, and document research and design specifications.

Requirements

• Master or Ph.D. degree in biological/biochemical sciences or biomedical/chemical engineering.
• 4+ years of relevant experience including hands-on experience using automated liquid handlers and LC/MS analysis of large molecules including proteins, peptides, and ideally oligos.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to present work to customers in a variety of settings.
• Ability to work independently and be self-motivated while contributing to the success of multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience with biotherapeutic drug discovery/development and product development is strongly desired.

Pay

The full-time equivalent pay range for this position is $128,928.00 - $201,450.00 per year plus eligibility for bonus, stock, and benefits. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Schedule

• Full-time weekly schedule.
• Day shift.
• Occasional travel required.