Automation Scientist
4 days ago
We are looking for an experienced automation scientist to join the automation group at DTU Biosustain.
The job
You will be responsible for day-to-day operation and management of our laboratory robotics, working within our Biofoundry but providing support as needed to all research groups within DTU Biosustain. You will take a proactive approach to implementing automation across the centre, and we expect you will work closely with many different groups, although you must also be comfortable working independently.
Your overall focus will be to develop and implement automation solutions for research projects and analytical services at DTU Biosustain. Key responsibilities will include:
- Programming, troubleshooting and implementing automated liquid handling protocols on a variety of robots
- Developing protocols on demand to automate a wide range of both standard and highly custom laboratory workflows
- Training of technicians and researchers in the operation of laboratory robots
- Some project management of automation projects
Our expectations of you
You should have at least a MSc in a relevant field (eg. Biotechnology) and at least 8 years of experience working in laboratory automation.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Experience and demonstrated record of implementing workflows on a range of liquid handling robots including Agilent Bravo, Tecan fluent, Opentrons OT2, Labcyte Echo, Mantis, QPix etc
- Experience with Benchling and in using Benchling automation tools
- Experience handling and cultivating bacteria, yeast and fungal microorganisms in high-throughput formats
- Python experience, especially as applied to programming laboratory robots
- Experience with project management tools, e.g. Microsoft Planner, Asana, Jira, or similar
- High degree of comfort with training and mentorship of technicians, researchers, and junior team members
What we offer in return
We offer an interesting and challenging job in an international atmosphere with the focus on research, teaching, innovation and scientific advice for the benefit of the surrounding community. We place emphasis on a high level of professionalism among our staff, so skills development is an integral part of our organization. We offer a great flexibility in the position. In the area of technical and natural sciences, DTU is one of the leading research and education institutions in Europe.
Salary and appointment terms
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (AC).
Application and contact
Please submit your online application no later than 26 March 2025.Open the "Apply now" link, fill out the form and attach your motivated application, CV and exam certificates.
If you would like additional information about the position, please contact Head of Automation Lachlan Munro, tel.: +45 53605222. You can read more about the department at www.biosustain.dtu.dk
Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, race, disability, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply.
The Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Biosustainability (DTU Biosustain)
Recent progress in our ability to read and write genomic code, combined with advances in automation, analytics and data science, has fundamentally changed the scope and ambition of harnessing the potential of biological systems. Big data approaches and analysis of biological systems are key research instruments at the Center. DTU Biosustain utilizes these advances for microbial cell factory design to foster sustainable lifestyles in relation to three application areas: Sustainable Chemicals, Natural Products, and Microbial Foods.Learn more at biosustain.dtu.dk
Technology for people
DTU develops technology for people. With our international elite research and study programmes, we are helping to create a better world and to solve the global challenges formulated in the UN's 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Hans Christian Ørsted founded DTU in 1829 with a clear mission to develop and create value using science and engineering to benefit society. That mission lives on today. DTU has 13,500 students and 6,000 employees. We work in an international atmosphere and have an inclusive, evolving, and informal working environment. DTU has campuses in all parts of Denmark and in Greenland, and we collaborate with the best universities around the world.
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