Automated Liquid Handler Engineer Pharmaceuticals

Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Robotics/Automation Engineer with a strong background in pharmaceutical laboratory experience to join a growing team at a PSS client site. This role focuses on building, operating, and maintaining automated liquid handling and robotic platforms to support high-throughput sample analysis in a GXP-compliant environment for clinical and bioanalytical testing. This is a brand new lab so flexibility in day-to-day tasks will be required.

• Contribute to new lab setup
  , including routine and non-routine tasks beyond the original job scope.
• Integrate automation into pharmaceutical workflows to enhance efficiency and compliance.
• Participate in computer system validation for automated liquid handlers, plate readers, Luminex, and PCR systems.
• Operate and maintain advanced robotic systems (e.g.,
  Tecan, Hamilton, Biomek
  ) and related instruments.
• Perform routine cleaning, calibration, and verification of automated platforms, including daily startup/shutdown.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues promptly to minimize downtime.
• Document all activities in electronic laboratory notebooks (ELN) and LIMS for full traceability.
• Cross-train to support other functions such as Sample Management, Ligand-Binding Assays, PCR Assays, and Compliance
  .

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Engineering
  , or related field with at least 1–2 years of experience
  .
• Hands‑on experience in pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical laboratories
  .
• At least 1 year operating and troubleshooting automated liquid handlers (Tecan, Hamilton, Biomek).
• Familiarity with PCR‑based assays
  .
• Authorization to work in the country without restriction or sponsorship.
• Ability to work safely with potentially infectious samples and hazardous chemicals
  .

• Experience in GLP/GMP‑regulated pharmaceutical environments
  .
• Familiarity with LIMS and other laboratory informatics tools.
• Knowledge of System Development Life Cycle and instrument validation.
• Experience with ligand‑binding assays and bioanalytical workflows.

Position is Full Time, Monday‑Friday, 8am‑5pm
. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of West Point, PA are encouraged to apply.

• Comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holiday
• Yearly goal‑based bonus & eligibility for merit‑based increases

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.