Director, Automation Engineering
director$230K – $245K
via Ashby
About this role
Director, Automation Engineering
Location: San Diego, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary Range: $230,000 - $245,000
Position Overview
We are seeking a Director of Automation to lead the design, development, and scaling of automated workflows for sample preparation. This role is critical to building a robust, scalable, and cost-efficient automation platform.
You will own the end-to-end automation strategy from system architecture through implementation and validation working at the intersection of engineering, assay development, and laboratory.
Key Responsibilities
Automation Strategy & Architecture
- Define and lead the automation strategy for sample preparation workflows
- Architect integrated systems leveraging liquid handling robotics and supporting instrumentation…
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