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Tecan

Associate Field Automation Engineer

Chicago, IL

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Associate Field Automation Engineer Full-Time Chicago, IL | Up to 70% Travel Make an Impact With Our Team Are you passionate about laboratory automation, technical problem-solving, and helping ...

thyssenkrupp

Laboratory

Atlanta, GA · On-site

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The Laboratory Automation Specialist is responsible for supporting our customers in maintaining, troubleshooting, and commissioning laboratory automation equipment. This position works together with ...

Moderna Therapeutics

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This role will define and execute the multi-year roadmap for automation, robotics, integrated laboratory systems, and digital workflows, ensuring solutions are scalable, compliant, and aligned with ...

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How much do laboratory automation jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for laboratory automation in the United States is $25.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $27.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a laboratory automation?

A Laboratory Automation job involves designing, implementing, and maintaining automated systems to streamline laboratory workflows. Professionals in this field work with robotics, software, and instrumentation to improve efficiency, accuracy, and reproducibility in experiments. They collaborate with scientists, engineers, and IT specialists to develop solutions for high-throughput screening, data management, and sample processing. This role is essential in industries like pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and clinical diagnostics, where automation enhances research and testing capabilities.

What does a laboratory automation professional do?

A Laboratory Automation professional typically oversees the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of automated lab equipment and robotics. Daily tasks often include programming and calibrating instruments, ensuring data integrity, optimizing workflows, and supporting scientists and researchers with technical issues. Collaboration is key, as you’ll regularly coordinate with lab technicians, IT staff, and researchers to implement new automation solutions and improve laboratory efficiency. This role also involves routine documentation and reporting to maintain compliance with industry standards. Staying proactive and resourceful is crucial for identifying and resolving potential system bottlenecks and ensuring smooth laboratory operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in laboratory automation, and why are they important?

To thrive in Laboratory Automation, you need a solid background in laboratory sciences, automation technology, and process optimization, often supported by a degree in biology, chemistry, engineering, or a related field. Proficiency with laboratory information management systems (LIMS), robotics, automated analyzers, and data analysis software is frequently required, and certifications like CLIA or specialized vendor training can be advantageous. Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help professionals excel in dynamic lab settings and collaborate across teams. These skills ensure laboratory processes run efficiently, accurately, and safely, enabling high-throughput results critical for research and diagnostics.

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Infographic showing various Laboratory Automation job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, 2% Part Time, 14% Contract, and 4% Nights. Highlights an 98% In-person, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,516 per year, or $25.2 per hour.

Senior Automation Scientist/Engineer - Biologics Engineering

AstraZeneca

Gaithersburg, MD • On-site

$124K - $187K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

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8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 45 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

22nd of 86 rated pharmaceutical

Job description

Biologics Engineering (BE), part of Oncology R&D, is transforming biologics discovery through the integration of laboratory automation, advanced informatics, and AI. We are building next-generation capabilities to accelerate workflows, improve data quality, and enable smarter scientific decision-making. This is an exciting time for the organization as we create an industry-leading biologics discovery platform that unites scientific excellence, automation, and digital innovation.
We are seeking a Senior Automation Scientist/Engineer to help drive this transformation by embedding laboratory automation and robotics into our workflows and shaping the future of biologics discovery science.
About the Role
The Senior Automation Scientist/Engineer will lead the design, integration, and optimization of robotics, high-throughput systems, and associated data workflows across the BE organization-building solutions that connect instruments, workflow control, data systems, and labware into platforms that are robust, scalable, and operationally sustainable. The successful candidate will bring a strong sense of ownership, taking responsibility for the reliability and long-term performance of our platforms.
Working in a matrix organization, they will partner closely with scientists to understand assay goals, advise on the most effective automation approaches, and translate scientific requirements into fit-for-purpose solutions. Success in this role depends on pairing strong expertise in laboratory automation, scripting, and liquid handling with a clear understanding of the underlying science and how equipment capabilities and design choices affect data quality and reproducibility.
Typical Accountabilities
  • Deliver robust, scalable automation platforms that integrate high-throughput, bench-scale, and related laboratory systems-partnering with scientists to document and map workflows, capture assay requirements, and translate them into fit-for-purpose automation solutions.

  • Serve as the technical authority across multiple automation platforms, scheduling software, and scripting environments-guiding design decisions, resolving complex technical issues, and advising on how equipment capabilities and limitations shape data quality and scientific outcomes.

  • Own the reliability and continuous improvement of shared automation systems and workflows, identifying root causes, driving durable fixes, and raising the operational performance of the platform over time.

  • Support the ongoing operation and troubleshooting of deployed automated workflows to ensure sustained performance and rapid resolution of technical issues.

  • Grow the technical capability of the team by training, mentoring, or supervising junior engineers and scientists, and by influencing scientific thinking and project direction across the automation community and broader stakeholder network.

Qualifications and Skills
Essential
  • Bachelor's or advanced degree in life sciences, engineering, computer science, or a related field, with 4+ years of relevant industry experience.

  • Experience integrating automation with R&D bench science in a biologics, drug discovery, or related life sciences setting.

  • Deep hands-on experience with diverse laboratory automation platforms, liquid handlers, and/or high-throughput analytical technologies. Practical experience with liquid class development and labware definition, evaluation, or optimization.

  • Expertise in automation scheduling software and advanced programming knowledge of liquid handler platforms (e.g., Hamilton, Labcyte, Agilent), including creating, modifying, and troubleshooting robotics and automation scripts.

  • Strong understanding of the science underpinning laboratory workflows and assays, and how equipment capabilities and limitations affect automation design and data quality.

  • Strong communication skills and demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.

  • Demonstrated track record of taking initiative and driving durable improvements to systems, workflows, or team practices.

Desirable
  • Track record of delivering automation solutions in a biologics discovery setting and influencing scientific direction and technical strategy in automation-related projects.

  • Experience implementing automation with orchestration platforms (e.g., Green Button Go, Thermo Momentum, Cellario).

  • Working knowledge of Python, C#, or similar languages, practical experience in database connectivity, data management, and extracting data from ASCII/delimited files to enable automation-related informatics integration and data-driven science.

  • Contributions to technology innovation through conference presentations, publications, patents, or external vendor/partner collaborations.

Are you ready to make a difference? Apply now to join our team at AstraZeneca!
The annual base pay (or hourly rate of compensation) for this position ranges from $124,713.60 to $187,070.40. Our positions offer eligibility for various incentives-an opportunity to receive short-term incentive bonuses, equity-based awards for salaried roles and commissions for sales roles. Benefits offered include qualified retirement programs, paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves), as well as health, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms of the applicable plan.
Date Posted
14-Aug-2026
Closing Date
30-Aug-2026
Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form.

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