BostonGene Corporation pioneers biomedical software for advanced patient analysis and personalized therapy decision-making in cancer treatment. Our solution integrates cutting-edge cancer research and clinical data to empower clinicians in tailoring optimal treatment strategies for individual patients.
Position Overview
BostonGene is seeking a highly motivated Automation Engineer to join our automation team in our laboratory located in Waltham, MA. This candidate will support BostonGene's state-of-the-art clinical diagnostic platforms. The candidate will be expected to troubleshoot and maintain automated workflows and platforms to support NGS/Immunology protocols, such as RNA and DNA isolation from tissue, cell free DNA isolation from plasma, library preparation, QC and other manual lab processes.
Key Responsibilities:
Support the clinical lab team in operating and maintaining liquid handlers, including but not limited to Agilent Bravos, TapeStations, Magnis, and QiaCubes.
Independently troubleshoot and maintain laboratory equipment.
Maintain accurate records following standard laboratory procedures, study protocols, and regulatory compliance.
Assist lab teams with instrument user training and troubleshooting from an automation perspective.
Collaborate with the LIMS development team to ensure seamless integration with our laboratory information systems.
Participate in the validation of automation systems and platforms.
Preferred Skills:
Automated Liquid Handler Knowledge: Experience and proficiency in operating and maintaining automated liquid handling systems, such as Agilent Bravo, to perform tasks like NGS (Next-Generation Sequencing) library preparation, RNA/DNA isolation, and sample processing.
Laboratory Automation: Strong understanding of laboratory automation principles and technologies, including robotic systems, instrumentation, and integration with laboratory information management systems (LIMS).
Instrument Maintenance & Troubleshooting: Proven Ability to troubleshoot and maintain laboratory equipment and automated platforms independently.
SOP Development: Proficiency in developing and implementing SOPs for automated laboratory processes to ensure consistency, efficiency, and compliance with regulatory standards.
Adaptability to New Technologies: Willingness and ability to quickly learn and adapt to new automation technologies, methodologies, and evolving laboratory practices.
Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to troubleshoot issues, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions to optimize automated workflows.
Strong Organizational Skills: Ability to maintain meticulous records and manage inventory efficiently.
Effective Communication: Capable of communicating clearly and collaboratively with colleagues and cross-functional teams.
Self-Motivation: Proactive and self-driven, with a strong sense of accountability and teamwork.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in physical or laboratory science, or a related discipline.
Minimum of 2 years' experience in a clinical or research laboratory setting.
Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision.
Willingness to learn new techniques and adapt to evolving laboratory practices.
Additional Information
Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time and perform repetitive tasks inherent to laboratory work.