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Lab Automation Engineer(m/w/x)

Lausanne
Full-timeOn-siteEntry Level

Automating biology experiments with Python drivers for liquid handlers and robot arms. Maker and hacker attitude required. Unattended operation work cells, reverse-engineering instrument protocols.

Requirements

  • Maker and hacker attitude
  • Interest in understanding and improving systems
  • Preference for scripting instruments over manual operation
  • Strong software engineering skills
  • Proficiency in Python for maintainable code
  • Ability to structure code for maintainability
  • Experience with TypeScript
  • Lab automation experience
  • Hands-on experience with PyHamilton, PyLabRobot, or Opentrons
  • Experience automating instruments and workflows
  • Self-starter and independent
  • Proactive in identifying and building needed solutions
  • Ability to work without detailed specifications
  • AI-native builder
  • Proficiency with coding agents like Claude Code
  • Sharp judgment regarding AI-generated code
  • Hardware comfort (plus)
  • Experience with electronics, microcontrollers, 3D printing, CAD, or fabrication (advantageous)
  • Debugging instinct
  • Ability to reason across software, firmware, electronics, and mechanics for debugging
  • Excitement about robots running real experiments

Tasks

  • Control lab instruments programmatically in Python
  • Integrate liquid handlers, robot arms, and other devices
  • Build and maintain work cells for unattended operation
  • Reverse-engineer instrument control protocols
  • Develop drivers for new instruments
  • Write software integrations and services
  • Collaborate with biologists to automate assays
  • Diagnose and fix mechanical, electrical, and software issues
  • Improve throughput and reliability
  • Enhance error recovery and scheduling
  • Ensure robust hardware performance

Education

  • No education required

Languages

  • EnglishBusiness Fluent

Tools & Technologies

  • Python
  • TypeScript
  • PyHamilton
  • PyLabRobot
  • Opentrons
  • Claude Code
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