University of California - San Francisco Campus and Health
Automation Engineer
University of California - San Francisco Campus and Health, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Automation Engineer
M_Biochem-Lab Genomics ResrchFull Time80069BRJob Summary
The Laboratory for Genomics Research at UCSF is seeking candidates to fill an Automation Engineer position. This individual will be responsible for overseeing and developing methods for a variety of automation platforms, including automated tissue culture, transfection, and minipreps. Experience developing automation methods for integrated work cells is required. Experience developing and maintaining custom software with Python is required. Experience with Thermo Momentum, Labcyte Echo, Hamilton STAR, Agilent Bravo, and other integrated and standalone lab automation equipment is a plus. The Automation Engineer will report to the Head of Technology and work in close collaboration with the Biology and Computational groups in the LGR to enable arrayed functional genomics screens.The Automation Engineer will be responsible for designing, programming, and maintaining the automation platforms in the Laboratory for Genomics Research. These platforms will support arrayed functional genomic screens and are critical to the success of the LGR. The Automation Engineer will have the opportunity to perform hands-on assay/method development and learn about the full CRISPR screening workflow.Department Description
The Laboratory for Genomics Research is a collaborative effort between UCSF, UC Berkeley, and GSK. The LGR is focused on scaling up current and next generation functional genomics platforms to better understand the genetic basis of diseases. The LGR strives to build advanced CRISPR-based genome editing and functional genomics platforms empowered by human genetics and computational biology to discover drug targets with high probability of success, expand our knowledge on the human genome in various disease contexts through mechanistic investigation into previously unknown genes and their networks, and deliver innovative research tools that are optimized and scalable for both academic and drug discovery research labs across the partner institutes. We are seeking an Automation Engineer to develop and manage several integrated automation platforms that will be used in our arrayed CRISPR/Cas-based functional genomics workflows.Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Biology, Engineering, Chemistry or a related area and / or equivalent experience / trainingMinimum 3 years of related experienceThorough knowledge and experience programming and developing automation platform methodsDemonstrated experience modifying automation methodsDemonstrated experience creating automation methodsExperience troubleshooting automation platformsAbility to work in a collaborative manner; identify challenges and barriers and recommend resolutions.Experience maintaining and writing software with Python and SQLPreferred Qualifications
Master's or PhDExperience working with integrated systemsExperience with Thermo Momentum, Labcyte Tempo, Hamilton STAR, and Agilent Bravo platformsAbout UCSF
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.Pride Values
UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values. In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu. Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.Organization
CampusJob Code and Payroll Title
007120 RSCH AND DEV ENGR 3Job Category
Research and ScientificBargaining Unit
99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)Employee Class
CareerPercentage
100%Location
Mission Bay (SF)Shift
DaysShift Length
8 HoursAdditional Shift Details
Monday-Friday, 8AM-5PM
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M_Biochem-Lab Genomics ResrchFull Time80069BRJob Summary
The Laboratory for Genomics Research at UCSF is seeking candidates to fill an Automation Engineer position. This individual will be responsible for overseeing and developing methods for a variety of automation platforms, including automated tissue culture, transfection, and minipreps. Experience developing automation methods for integrated work cells is required. Experience developing and maintaining custom software with Python is required. Experience with Thermo Momentum, Labcyte Echo, Hamilton STAR, Agilent Bravo, and other integrated and standalone lab automation equipment is a plus. The Automation Engineer will report to the Head of Technology and work in close collaboration with the Biology and Computational groups in the LGR to enable arrayed functional genomics screens.The Automation Engineer will be responsible for designing, programming, and maintaining the automation platforms in the Laboratory for Genomics Research. These platforms will support arrayed functional genomic screens and are critical to the success of the LGR. The Automation Engineer will have the opportunity to perform hands-on assay/method development and learn about the full CRISPR screening workflow.Department Description
The Laboratory for Genomics Research is a collaborative effort between UCSF, UC Berkeley, and GSK. The LGR is focused on scaling up current and next generation functional genomics platforms to better understand the genetic basis of diseases. The LGR strives to build advanced CRISPR-based genome editing and functional genomics platforms empowered by human genetics and computational biology to discover drug targets with high probability of success, expand our knowledge on the human genome in various disease contexts through mechanistic investigation into previously unknown genes and their networks, and deliver innovative research tools that are optimized and scalable for both academic and drug discovery research labs across the partner institutes. We are seeking an Automation Engineer to develop and manage several integrated automation platforms that will be used in our arrayed CRISPR/Cas-based functional genomics workflows.Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Biology, Engineering, Chemistry or a related area and / or equivalent experience / trainingMinimum 3 years of related experienceThorough knowledge and experience programming and developing automation platform methodsDemonstrated experience modifying automation methodsDemonstrated experience creating automation methodsExperience troubleshooting automation platformsAbility to work in a collaborative manner; identify challenges and barriers and recommend resolutions.Experience maintaining and writing software with Python and SQLPreferred Qualifications
Master's or PhDExperience working with integrated systemsExperience with Thermo Momentum, Labcyte Tempo, Hamilton STAR, and Agilent Bravo platformsAbout UCSF
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.Pride Values
UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values. In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu. Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.Organization
CampusJob Code and Payroll Title
007120 RSCH AND DEV ENGR 3Job Category
Research and ScientificBargaining Unit
99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)Employee Class
CareerPercentage
100%Location
Mission Bay (SF)Shift
DaysShift Length
8 HoursAdditional Shift Details
Monday-Friday, 8AM-5PM
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