Scientific Engineering Associate

Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory has multiple openings for a Scientific Engineering Associate in Berkeley, CA.

Duties:

• Advanced method development on Hamilton Robotic platforms. 
• Apply technical, scientific, and engineering principles to evaluate manual laboratory work protocols/process and develop and optimize automated work processes. 
• Calibrate and operate a variety of electronic components, devices, instruments, equipment, or systems. 
• Gather feedback and requirements and analyze data to make recommendations. 
• Work independently and make decisions during shift work without additional support. 
• Troubleshoot automated platforms. 
• Participate in engineering and process improvement projects to gain operational efficiencies such as reductions in project cycle time, cost, and labor time. 
• Serve as an additional subject matter expert for the lab automation. 
• Respond to automation-based work requests in the JIRA ticketing system and apply good documentation practices when closing work orders. 
• Collaborate with vendors for support and troubleshooting of equipment as well as building and maintaining relationships. 
• Work with other engineers and vendors to execute the assembly, qualification, validation, and deployment of new and incoming automation instruments. 
• Write standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and knowledge base articles. 
• Assist the lab manager with general lab maintenance.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, or related field and 2 years of experience in job offered or related occupation.

 Additional information:

• Appointment type: This is a full-time, career appointment, exempt (monthly paid) from overtime pay.
• Salary range: The expected salary for this position is $95,160 to $116,292 depending upon the candidate’s skills, knowledge, and abilities. This includes education, certifications, and years of experience.
• Background check: This position is subject to a background check. Any convictions will be evaluated to determine if they directly relate to the responsibilities and requirements of the position. Having a conviction history will not automatically disqualify an applicant from being considered for employment.
• Work modality: Work will be primarily performed at: Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, 1 Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA).
• Work authorization: Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.