Robotics and Automation Associate Scientist

Job DescriptionWe are seeking an associate scientist to join the Smart Lab within Drug Product Development.The successful candidate will develop and deploy automation and technology processes for pharmaceutical drug candidates in a laboratory setting.Position ResponsibilitiesThe successful candidate will help design, prototype and develop laboratory automation solutions for formulation development applications as part of a multi-disciplinary team.Assist with design and testing of modular hardware to facilitate data-rich experimentation.Enable use of digital tools for machine learning and self-optimization to enhance automation goals.Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to implement automated equipment and develop novel solutions for execution of laboratory experimentation.Innovate with academic and industrial collaborators to identify unmet needs and develop novel solutions.Partner with formulation scientists, material scientists and engineers on suitable experimentation to deliver DPD workflows for solid dosage form development.Implement a robotic control system for orchestration of multiple workstreams using modular laboratory equipment.Enable data management systems to retrieve, process and store relevant lab data from both manual and automated experiments.Participation with departmental initiatives, continuous improvement teams, scientific presentations, and external collaborations to influence scientific and business impact of the group.