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08-19-2011, 05:29 PM
Automation Engineer
(Electronic Design Engineer = official university title for HR purposes)
Electronic Design Engineer - Pulmonary Medicine - 22413
Washington University in St. Louis
Essential Functions:
Summary: Position researches, develops, designs and tests computer software components, products and systems for medical and scientific applications and determines the need for equipment and software. Position is with the Drug Discovery Program of the Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine and provides support for its drug discovery research unit (approximately 20 researchers). This position requires a flexible and team-oriented approach, with solid programming ability and willingness to learn.
Essential Functions:
1. Maintain and upgrade a custom laboratory automation solution that implements cell culture and cellular assay processes in the context of drug discovery research.
2. Program, maintain, and troubleshoot a liquid handler (Caliper Sciclone) and various other pieces of laboratory equipment and laboratory automation (plate readers, automated incubators, carousels, stackers, plate handlers, high content imager, etc).
3. Refine and implement software that controls, integrates and schedules laboratory instrumentation and robotics, building off of existing software on site (Overlord 3, Caliper Maestro).
4. Map, analyze and refine laboratory processes to implement continuous improvement of automation processes, and optimize existing automation solutions.
5. Fix instruments/replace faulty parts and coordinate service calls with local distributors as required. In concert with assay development scientists, assist in the conversion of manual bench methods to automated methods (robotic script writing, timing/scheduling, process design and optimization)
6. Keep current with advances in laboratory technology.
7. Develop new laboratory automation customized solutions beyond existing off-the-shelf solutions proposed by manufacturers (requires programming, creativity and strong out-of-the-box thinking).
Required Qualifications:
Equivalent of Bachelors Degree in computer/software engineering, Master?s degree preferred with 3 to 5 years experience in related field.
Preferred Qualifications:
1. Engineering background preferred.
2. In-depth knowledge of the MS Windows XP operating system is a must.
3. Object oriented programming or scripting using .NET languages (VB.NET required, C# a plus).
4. General programming (i.e. Perl, C/C++, SQL), knowledge of relational databases, Mac OS/X, and Linux.
5. Ability to manage a LAN for the automation facility, including providing access to data for analysis, remote backup, etc.
6. Hands-on experience configuring, programming, and troubleshooting laboratory automation systems, including articulated robotic arms (Beckmann Orca), scheduling systems, liquid handling systems (e.g. Caliper Sciclone) and detection instruments (i.e. qPCR, plate readers, high content imagers) is desirable.
7. Teamwork required. Must be able to communicate effectively with biologists and chemists.
8. Willingness to learn, autonomy, resourcefulness, critical thinking, and attention to detail are absolute requirements.
9. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organization skills (multi-tasking ability is a must).
10. Interest in basic molecular biology and biochemistry techniques is a plus.
Applicant Special Instructions:
Normal computer office environment.
Benefits:
This position is eligible for full-time benefits. Washington University offers a variety of benefits: -Retirement Savings Plan - 22 vacation days -8 Paid Holidays -Sick Time -Tuition benefits for employee, spouse and dependent children -Free Metro Link/ Bus pass -Free Life Insurance -Health, Dental, Vision -Health Savings Accounts (HSA) -Long Term Care Insurance -Long Term Disability Insurance -Other Benefits Please visit our website at http://hr.wustl.edu to view a summary of benefits.
Department Name/Job Location:
This position is in the Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Pulmonary Medicine, located at the Medical School Campus.
Job Type/Schedule:
This position is full-time and works approximately 40 hours per week.
http://goo.gl/o4Ys5 -- this link should work, but if it doesn't send me a message.
(Electronic Design Engineer = official university title for HR purposes)
Electronic Design Engineer - Pulmonary Medicine - 22413
Washington University in St. Louis
Essential Functions:
Summary: Position researches, develops, designs and tests computer software components, products and systems for medical and scientific applications and determines the need for equipment and software. Position is with the Drug Discovery Program of the Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine and provides support for its drug discovery research unit (approximately 20 researchers). This position requires a flexible and team-oriented approach, with solid programming ability and willingness to learn.
Essential Functions:
1. Maintain and upgrade a custom laboratory automation solution that implements cell culture and cellular assay processes in the context of drug discovery research.
2. Program, maintain, and troubleshoot a liquid handler (Caliper Sciclone) and various other pieces of laboratory equipment and laboratory automation (plate readers, automated incubators, carousels, stackers, plate handlers, high content imager, etc).
3. Refine and implement software that controls, integrates and schedules laboratory instrumentation and robotics, building off of existing software on site (Overlord 3, Caliper Maestro).
4. Map, analyze and refine laboratory processes to implement continuous improvement of automation processes, and optimize existing automation solutions.
5. Fix instruments/replace faulty parts and coordinate service calls with local distributors as required. In concert with assay development scientists, assist in the conversion of manual bench methods to automated methods (robotic script writing, timing/scheduling, process design and optimization)
6. Keep current with advances in laboratory technology.
7. Develop new laboratory automation customized solutions beyond existing off-the-shelf solutions proposed by manufacturers (requires programming, creativity and strong out-of-the-box thinking).
Required Qualifications:
Equivalent of Bachelors Degree in computer/software engineering, Master?s degree preferred with 3 to 5 years experience in related field.
Preferred Qualifications:
1. Engineering background preferred.
2. In-depth knowledge of the MS Windows XP operating system is a must.
3. Object oriented programming or scripting using .NET languages (VB.NET required, C# a plus).
4. General programming (i.e. Perl, C/C++, SQL), knowledge of relational databases, Mac OS/X, and Linux.
5. Ability to manage a LAN for the automation facility, including providing access to data for analysis, remote backup, etc.
6. Hands-on experience configuring, programming, and troubleshooting laboratory automation systems, including articulated robotic arms (Beckmann Orca), scheduling systems, liquid handling systems (e.g. Caliper Sciclone) and detection instruments (i.e. qPCR, plate readers, high content imagers) is desirable.
7. Teamwork required. Must be able to communicate effectively with biologists and chemists.
8. Willingness to learn, autonomy, resourcefulness, critical thinking, and attention to detail are absolute requirements.
9. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organization skills (multi-tasking ability is a must).
10. Interest in basic molecular biology and biochemistry techniques is a plus.
Applicant Special Instructions:
Normal computer office environment.
Benefits:
This position is eligible for full-time benefits. Washington University offers a variety of benefits: -Retirement Savings Plan - 22 vacation days -8 Paid Holidays -Sick Time -Tuition benefits for employee, spouse and dependent children -Free Metro Link/ Bus pass -Free Life Insurance -Health, Dental, Vision -Health Savings Accounts (HSA) -Long Term Care Insurance -Long Term Disability Insurance -Other Benefits Please visit our website at http://hr.wustl.edu to view a summary of benefits.
Department Name/Job Location:
This position is in the Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Pulmonary Medicine, located at the Medical School Campus.
Job Type/Schedule:
This position is full-time and works approximately 40 hours per week.
http://goo.gl/o4Ys5 -- this link should work, but if it doesn't send me a message.