Automation Engineer (I, II, III) at Cellares

South San Francisco, California, United States

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$90,000 – $210,000Compensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Biotechnology, Cell TherapyIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or higher degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Biotechnology, or a related field
  • 4+ years of experience designing, implementing, and maintaining laboratory automation systems
  • Experience programming and optimizing liquid handling methods
  • Experience developing and implementing integrated automation solutions using Biosero’s Green Button Go software
  • Experience with laboratory analytical instruments and automated systems
  • Familiar with flow cytometry, genomic, and cell-based assays
  • Strong technical writing skills and experience authoring Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), documentation, and training materials
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or C#
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot technical issues
  • Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
  • Attention to detail and the ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Creative, self-motivated, eager to take on a wide variety of tasks and grow with the evolving technology
  • Self-awareness, integrity, authenticity, and a growth mindset

Responsibilities

  • Transfer and validated manual to automated QC workflow steps
  • Develop, validate, and optimize automated methods for sample preparation, analysis, and data collection
  • Design and execute validation experiments to optimize assay and workflow parameters
  • Conduct verification and validation testing of integrated systems to verify proper functionality and performance
  • Analyze automation workflows to identify bottlenecks and areas for optimization
  • Implement troubleshooting methodologies to identify and resolve complex assay method issues

Skills

Python
C#
Biosero Green Button Go
Liquid Handling
Lab Automation
Flow Cytometry
Genomic Assays
Cell-Based Assays
SOPs
Technical Writing

Cellares

Develops and manufactures cell therapies efficiently

About Cellares

Cellares develops and manufactures cell therapies in the biotechnology sector, operating as an Integrated Development and Manufacturing Organization (IDMO). Its proprietary "Smart Factory" technology features an automated single-use cartridge system, which increases productivity and reduces costs and process failures compared to traditional methods. The company serves a range of clients, including pharmaceutical companies, and aims to provide efficient and cost-effective manufacturing services for cell therapies. Cellares stands out by combining development and manufacturing processes under one roof, making it a competitive option in the industry.

South San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2019Year Founded
$345.3MTotal Funding
SERIES_CCompany Stage
Industrial & Manufacturing, BiotechnologyIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Company Match
Stock Options

Risks

Emerging biotech startups threaten Cellares' market share with similar solutions.
Potential regulatory delays could impact scaling of new automated systems like Cell Q.
Supply chain vulnerabilities may disrupt production timelines for Cell Shuttle and Cell Q.

Differentiation

Cellares' Cell Shuttle offers 10x scalability over manual cell therapy manufacturing.
The Smart Factory technology integrates development and manufacturing, unlike traditional CDMOs.
Cell Q automates QC processes, addressing bottlenecks in cell therapy quality control.

Upsides

Partnership with Sony enhances precision in cell therapy manufacturing processes.
Strategic partnership with Bristol Myers Squibb provides financial boost and validation.
Ossama Eissa's appointment as COO accelerates global expansion and operational capabilities.

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