The Jackson Laboratory

The Jackson Laboratory

Automation Engineer

Farmington, Connecticut

Sponsorship not specified$65k-$109kDetected 97 days ago
Data AnalysisAI OrchestrationEmbedded SystemsRoboticsCell CultureResearchCommunication

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Sponsors year-round90
Entry-level history60
PERM / green-card track50
Fits your clock70

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About the role

  • This role is central to the lab's automation strategy and operational scalability, requiring strong expertise in liquid handling systems, robotic integration, and workflow orchestration across complex assay pipelines.
  • In this role, you will work closely with SCBL staffs to enhance throughput, reproducibility, and data quality, while contributing to the continuous development of innovative and scalable automation solutions within the SCBL.

Responsibilities

  • Perform routine and preventative maintenance-including calibrations, alignments, PM cycles, and minor mechanical adjustments.
  • Maintain logs, records, and documentation of repairs, calibrations, and system performance.
  • Contribute to the design and fabrication of fixtures, adapters, plates, or mechanical components using CAD, 3D printing, or light machining.
  • Support mechanical prototyping and iterative design processes.
  • Help implement and test API-based instrument interfaces or middleware components.

Requirements

  • 3 years / 4 years
  • Experience with Computer Assisted Design, 3D printing, and embedded systems OR microcontroller programming
  • Experience with programming/software development is a strong advantage, and demonstrated hands-on experience programming robotic instruments/liquid handlers (Tecan, Biomek, Hamilton)

Nice to have

  • Troubleshoot hardware and software issues across laboratory automation systems (liquid handlers, robotic arms, incubators, plate readers, centrifuges, etc.).
  • Coordinate with vendors for repairs, service calls, upgrades, and preventive maintenance activities.
  • Translate manual workflows into automated scripts with appropriate controls, tip strategies, error handling, and labware definitions.
  • Conduct dry runs, wet tests, and QC checks
  • troubleshoot failed runs with both mechanical and software perspectives.
  • Assist in scaling workflows for increased throughput or expanded use cases.
  • Assist in integrating sensors, peripherals, or custom hardware into existing automation platforms.
  • Analyze data using commercial data analysis packages and effectively communicate results within a team environment.

Skills

  • For more information, please visit www.jax.org ​​​​​​​.
  • EEO Statement:
  • Strong communication skills and a collaborative spirit are essential.

Compensation

  • Pay Range: $65018 - $108857

Benefits

  • Education Level Required / Preferred: Bachelor's Degree / Master's Degree
  • Its mission is to discover precise genomic solutions for disease and empower the global biomedical community in the shared quest to improve human health.

Company info

  • We are seeking a dynamic, committed, and enthusiastic individual who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative research environment.
  • Founded in 1929, JAX applies over nine decades of expertise in genetics to increase understanding of human disease, advancing treatments and cures for cancer, neurological and immune disorders, diabetes, aging and heart disease.
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