(Liquid Handling) Automation Specialist (80 – 100 %)

(Liquid Handling) Automation Specialist (80 100 %)

Celerion is one of the world's leading bioanalytical contract research organizations and has been supporting pharmaceutical and biotech drug development programs around the world for more than 40 years.

Due to the steady growth of our company and to strengthen our bioanalytical laboratory in Fehraltorf / Zurich, we are looking for a

(Liquid Handling) Automation Specialist (80 – 100 %)

• You will convert bioanalytical assay workflows defined by R&D into robust, documented and supportable robotic routines.
• Your primary tasks would consist of programming using the VENUS and EVOware software, as well as regularly assessing our robots’ performance.
• As part of our team, you will become a key component to successfully use the liquid handling robots to improve the performance and throughput of our assays, and you will help Celerion maintain its competitive position in the market

Your Profile

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a life-science discipline (e.g. Biology, Chemistry, Biotechnology). (Please note: this role targets a life-science background; engineering degrees are not the intended profile)
• Solid understanding of immunoassays and/or chromatographic methods
• At least 1 year demonstrated hands-on experience programming Hamilton liquid-handling robots using VENUS software to support automated workflows in a regulated laboratory environment
• Good written and spoken German is beneficial
• Highly collaborative and service-oriented mindset
• Strong problem-solving skills with a hands-on approach
• Structured, detail-oriented, and quality-focused
• Able to balance development work with operational support

Experience with general-purpose programming languages such as Python, VB or SQL is beneficial but not required; proven Hamilton VENUS method-programming experience is essential.

We Offer You

• A technically specialized role in the interface of bioanalytical science, automation and regulated laboratory operations, with direct impact on throughput, standardization and reliability Structured onboarding and internal training programme.
• Opportunity to contribute and shape the continuous development of Celerion’s automation capabilities.
• Modern infrastructure and work environment
• Work-life balance: flexible working hours (Monday to Friday, no weekends, no shift work), 5 weeks of vacation
• Financial benefits: equal pay regardless of gender, excellent social benefits, and access to REKA vouchers

Does this sound like the right opportunity for you? We look forward to receiving your complete application, including your CV, references, diplomas, and other relevant documents.

Additional information can be found on our website:

https://www.celerion.com/careers

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