KEY SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

A successful candidate will have:

• A degree in engineering (e.g., chemical, mechatronic, robotics, or mechanical), chemistry, computer science, or a related technical field (Master’s with 2-3 years experience, PhD or equivalent professional qualification) with hands-on experience in laboratory or process automation.
• Proficiency in programming and scripting for automation platforms, robotics, and laboratory informatics.
• Experience with CAD and prototyping new tools and equipment.
• Operational experience with laboratory automation systems.
• Demonstrated ability to solve complex technical problems with excellent teamworking and communication skills.

DESIRABLE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Synthetic organic chemistry laboratory experience.
• Hands-on knowledge of laboratory scheduling/orchestration software.
• Experience within a process or manufacturing environment.
• Exposure digital workflow management.
• Familiarity with data science methodologies and AI/ML implementations in laboratory automation.
• Experience using and programming controllers (e.g. PLC’ controllers).
  AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer. AstraZeneca will consider all qualified applicants for employment without discrimination on grounds of disability, sex or sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity leave status, race or national or ethnic origin, age, religion or belief, gender identity or re-assignment, marital or civil partnership status, protected veteran status (if applicable) or any other characteristic protected by law

In this role, you will:

• Ensure the design, implementation, and integration of automated platforms for synthetic and analytical chemistry.
• Program and operate laboratory robotics and work closely with colleagues and vendors to optimize system performance.
• Use, develop, and refine control software and integrations leveraging coding expertise, deliver solutions for data capture and integrations with existing digital systems.
• Lead or support technology evaluation, platform upgrades, and new automation initiatives that advance laboratory digital maturity.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory and IT quality standards.