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Lab Automation Intern(m/w/x)

Lausanne
Full-timeInternshipOn-site
AI/ML

Building automated labs for AI-driven biology experiments. Python software development for instrument control required. Access to millions USD worth of lab instruments.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master's in engineering, robotics, mechatronics, computer science, bioengineering, or related field
  • Generalist maker with interest in building, disassembling, and troubleshooting software, electronics, and mechanics
  • Self-starter, proactive and independent
  • Solid software skills: Python, driver development, code structure, API integration, Git, debugging
  • AI-native, proficient with coding agents like Claude Code for faster software development
  • Organized and reliable with good note-taking habits
  • Genuine interest in biology and its application in robotics experiments
  • Bonus: Maker/hacker experience (3D printing, CAD, electronics, soldering, microcontrollers, machining, robotics, lab automation)
  • Bonus: Open-source project contribution (PyLabRobot, PyHamilton, Opentrons, etc.)

Tasks

  • Build and run automated liquid-handling protocols
  • Support work-cell operation and maintenance
  • Load runs, swap consumables, calibrate instruments
  • Troubleshoot jams and misreads
  • Write Python software for instrument control
  • Develop integrations and tooling for LabOS
  • Reverse-engineer instrument communication
  • Capture traffic with Wireshark or USB/serial sniffer
  • Test new protocols and instruments
  • Record and flag anomalies
  • Document protocols and work-cell layouts
  • Organize the work cell
  • Prep plates and reagents for automated runs

Education

  • Master's degree

Languages

  • EnglishBusiness Fluent

Tools & Technologies

  • Python
  • APIs
  • Git
  • Claude Code
  • 3D printing
  • CAD
  • Arduino
  • Raspberry Pi
  • ESP32
  • PyLabRobot
  • PyHamilton
  • Opentrons

Benefits

Other Benefits

  • Minimum 3 months internship
  • Longer internship preferred
  • AI-driven wet lab experimentation
  • High-throughput biology
  • On-site role
  • API integration
  • Git
  • Debugging
  • 3D printing and CAD
  • Electronics and soldering
  • Microcontrollers
  • Machining
  • Robotics
  • Lab automation

Modern Equipment

  • Millions USD worth of lab instruments
  • Software + hardware stack
  • Instrument drivers

Learning & Development

  • Python programming

Startup Environment

  • Maker/hacker experience

Diverse Work

  • Open-source projects
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