Science is developing technologies for a range of serious unmet medical needs. We are unafraid to take difficult technical risks, secure in the knowledge that with a clear understanding of what we are doing and with support from powerful modern tools, more progress is possible than might be immediately obvious. Regardless of role or team, the two most important factors we look for in a candidate are evidence of exceptional ability and the addition of positive energy to the group. As a small, very early stage team in a largely unstructured environment, the ability to independently orient yourself to the problems that need to be solved and then follow through is essential.
We are looking for a Biology Lab Automation Engineer to design and build cutting edge automated workflows for biology assays and processes. Biology at Science uses high throughput applications for protein discovery, preclinical testing, cell engineering, and a number of other high impact problems. A core principle of Science is to deploy automation to abstract away the tedious and error-prone wet lab experiments whenever possible. The successful candidates will work closely with scientists and engineers to develop automated solutions to make scientific progress faster, safer, and more reliable. Candidates will work with our large collection of advanced scientific equipment to enable high-bandwidth low-touch automation of laboratory processes.
Role & Responsibilities:
- Design and build fit-for-purpose biology automation workcells
- Develop and run automated experimental protocols
- Help develop software automation and data infrastructure
- Develop drivers for laboratory instruments
Key qualifications:
- Experience with laboratory integration
- Experience with software (Python, TypeScript)
- Experience working with liquid handlers
- Experience with PCR, RNA/DNA extraction
- Strong collaboration and communication skills
- Results oriented, action first outlook
Preferred qualifications:
- Experience with mammalian cell culture automation
- Familiarity and comfort working collaboratively in large codebases
- Familiarity with databases and data handling
- Experience with computer vision
Salary/Pay Range:
For individuals hired to work in California, Science is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. We determine your level based on your interview performance and make an offer based on geo-located salary bands. The base salary range for this full-time position is $100,000-$160,000 annually + equity + benefits. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Please keep in mind that the equity portion of the offer is not included in these numbers.
Benefits:
At Science, our benefits are in place to support the whole you:
- Competitive salary and equity
- Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
- Flexible vacation and company-paid holidays
- Healthy meals and snacks provided
- Paid parental, jury duty, bereavement, family care and medical leave
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, subsidized by Science
- Flexible Spending Account
- 401(k)
Science Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where contributions are valued and celebrated, and our employees thrive by being themselves and are inspired to do their best work.
We seek applicants of all backgrounds and identities, across race, color, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or parental status, or disability. Applicants will not be discriminated against based on these or other protected categories or social identities. Science will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.