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Introduction:

This role would suit a candidate with experience in assay, product development and with experience in liquid handling automated workflows looking to join a market leader in library preparation workflows and NGS technology.

This position will require leading on-market automated engineering activities. As an innovative, experienced automation product developer, they will be responsible for the development of robust, high performing, best-in-class integrated workflows or/and assays. They will collaborate globally with other development functions, in addition to operations, marketing, quality, regulatory and other teams to support clinical/IVD assays against tight deadlines.

Responsibilities:

• Lead automation and engineering activities for on-market automated sample extraction methods, Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) Research Use Only (RUO) and In Vitro Diagnostic (IVD) assays.


• Independently initiate, direct, and execute development activities collaborating with assay teams to support scientific studies, including complaint investigations, design improvements, and product characterization.


• Use judgment to define scope and objectives of project, assist in developing instructions and guidelines to perform the functions of the job most effectively.


• Develop verification and validation test plans; lead and/or execute study protocols and generate reports.


• Lead risk analysis and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) activities to drive design improvements and refine user requirements.


• Take ownership of small automation design improvement project or significant portions of a larger automation initiatives, with oversight


• Represent on-market automation in cross-functional project teams and coordinate with technical and cross-functional (Assay, Engineering, Software, Manufacturing, Field Support, etc.) teams as required to implement design changes, troubleshoot and move investigations forward.


• Communicate results and conclusions to aid in team decision making in a fast-paced environment.


• Influences decisions at critical interfaces to other disciplines, leveraging your expertise and insights.


• Work independently and in collaboration, providing regular updates to manager on project status.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or/and master's degree with 5+ years of experience, or PhD and 0-3 years of experience in a successful product development environment required. Clinical development experience is preferred.


• Familiarity with integrating automated liquid handling solutions.


• Experience in developing workflows for automated laboratory liquid handling platforms such as Hamilton, Tecan, Eppendorf, etc.


• Proficiency in scripting and programming languages like Hamilton Venus, Python, JavaScript, and R.


• Ability to identify and mitigate risks related to automation and at project level.


• Knowledge of design controls and experience working in regulatory environments is a plus e.g. CLIA, ISO 13485, GMP/GLP, IVD


• Proven ability to lead investigation and resolution of automation problems within your discipline, with appropriate oversight.


• Participation in product development and experience with verification and validation of a clinical diagnostic device for regulated markets.


• Capability to plan activities of allocated project scope with guidance and prioritization of daily activities/assignments to supporting team members while maintaining project schedule.


• Exceptional interpersonal, verbal communication, and presentation skills.


• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, with a knack for quickly mastering new technologies.


• Willingness to engage in hands-on work.

All listed requirements are deemed as essential functions to this position; however, business conditions may require reasonable accommodations for additional task and responsibilities.

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The estimated base salary range for the Senior Integration Engineer, On-Market Support role based in the United States of America is: $88,200 - $132,400. Should the level or location of the role change during the hiring process, the applicable base pay range may be updated accordingly. Compensation decisions are dependent on several factors including, but not limited to, an individual's qualifications, location where the role is to be performed, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Additionally, all employees are eligible for one of our variable cash programs (bonus or commission) and eligible roles may receive equity as part of the compensation package. We offer a wide range of benefits as innovative as our work, including access to genomics sequencing, family planning, health/dental/vision, retirement benefits, and paid time off.

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