Cell Line Development Automation Engineer or Senior Research Associate (Contract) at Prolific Machines

Prolific Machinesis ushering in a new era of biotechnology with light. Our mission is to make next-generation therapies broadly available to patients. Our first-of-its-kind Photomolecular Platform uses light to precisely guide how cells produce complex biologics enabling higher titers improved quality and faster development timelines. By helping partners overcome todays manufacturing bottlenecks were accelerating the delivery of life-changing medicines. Prolific is supported by leading investors including Bill Gatess Breakthrough Energy Ventures Mayfield and SOSV.Help us create a brighter tomorrow with biology. Were looking for mission-driven talented and kind people to join our team. Were looking for an Automation Engineer or Senior Research Associate with experience in CHO cell line development to enable reliable efficient and safe execution of CLD workflows by developing maintaining and optimizing automated systemsprimarily the Tecan platformto increase data quality and reproducibility of plate based work. A successful candidate in this role will develop test and optimize CLD-specific protocols on the Tecan during the 6 month contract. There is the potential for the contract to develop into a full-time position at the end of the 6 month period. This role will be based primarily on-site in Emeryville CA.ResponsibilitiesDevelop test and optimize CLD-specific protocols on the Tecan reducing hands-on time and variability.Maximize Tecan operation efficiency and minimize execution times.Integrate additional instruments (e.g. cell counters incubators) into automated workflows.Maintain and upgrade instruments ensuring consistent operation and reducing downtime.Train and support the CLD team to operate automation confidently and safely.QualificationsHold a Bachelors or Masters degree in Biological Sciences (or related field) or Engineering with 2-4 years of industry experience. Candidates without a degree but with similar industry experience are encouraged to apply.Have thorough knowledge and experience in CLD automation and demonstrated proficiency in Tecan protocol generation and validation.Excited to work at a growing Biotechnology companyExcited to work with internal teams to deliver excellent results on projects.Have strong communication skills including comfortable sharing knowledge at multiple levels of technical detail and asking for clarification where necessary.$48 - $65 an hourStarting salary will be dependent upon specific experience knowledge and skillset along with exact role type and level selected for.Diversity:We value diverse people perspectives and knowledge. To this end we aim to foster a sense of belonging that enables everyone to bring their whole authentic self to work everyday. We are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive team that encompasses all types of people. We believe this can only be achieved by acknowledging the ancestral historic and current systemic and communal inequities.Location:The San Francisco Bay Area (Emeryville CA)Required Experience:Senior IC Key Skills IVR,SOAP,Avaya,Solaris,Cost Accounting Standards,Database Design,Hibernate,ITIL,Weblogic,Express.js,Contracts,ASP Employment Type : Contract Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 48 - 65