Lab Automation Engineer Specialist

Title :  Lab Automation Engineer    Specialist Location:   Ghent-BE    Work Arrangements:  Hybrid ( 4  days on site,  1   day home offi ce)   About Sanofi:   We’re an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system – and innovative pipeline – enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives.   Join Sanofi R&D, the engine of Sanofi’s mission — where deep immunoscience meets bold, AI-powered research.   About The Job   Join Sanofi R&D in Ghent as Lab Automation Engineer/Scientist to strengthen and expand our   A utomation   & Data workflow   team within   STREAM   (Scientific Team for Re search   E xcellence and Automation Management) . In this role, you will contribute to the development of high-throughput end-to-end automated workflows integrating state-of-the-art equipment. You will directly support the acceleration of R&D projects by applying your expertise in automation to the screening   and   characterization   workflows supporting NANOBODY® lead candidates across our Discovery and Pharmaceutical Research & Technology (PRT) departments. These activities will support the pre-clinical development of NANOBODY® molecules in different therapeutic areas (e.g. immuno-oncology, immunology, rare and neuro disease, etc.).     About Our Team     Sanofi Ghent is a biopharmaceutical site dedicated to creating new antibody-based therapeutics called NANOBODY® molecules which are making a real difference to society. The Ghent site currently has around 400 people working on the discovery and pharmaceutical development of NANOBODY® molecules for the treatment of a wide range of diseases.     You will become a member of the STREAM Automation & Data Workflow team — an enthusiastic, international and collaborative team that values knowledge-sharing and work s   closely with scientists across the Discovery and PRT departments.     Main Responsibilities   Automation Development & Support   Develop ing   and maintain ing   automation scripts for liquid handling platforms (Hamilton Venus, Tecan Fluent/Evo)   Design ing   workflow orchestration of integrated equipment using Venus, PlateButler or other scheduling software   Setting up fully automated high- throughput processes   across Discovery and PRT departments   Support ing   robotic platform installations, commissioning, maintenance and validation activities   in collaboration with in the Sanofi network and with external engineering companies   Independently designing and executing automated experiments   Assist ing   in troubleshooting automation equipment and resolving technical issues   Contribut ing   to automation run   planning   and coordination across departments   Process Improvement & Documentation   Support ing   standardization efforts for automation workflows across the site   Maintain ing   comprehensive documentation for automation methods and procedures   Participat ing   in knowledge transfer sessions and cross-departmental collaboration ,   building   out the local-to-global automation hub   Contribut ing   to continuous improvement initiatives for automation processes   Provide training and guidance to personnel regarding automation protocol development and execution.   Digital Integration & Innovation   Assist in connecting automation platforms to digital data systems (ELN, LIMS, databases)   Support end-to-end workflow development from sample preparation to data capture   Contribute to custom   tooling   development, including 3D modeling and printing projects   Keeping up with latest developments in the field of lab automation   and evaluat ing   implementation of new technologies .   Leveraging digital tools   and AI to solve problems     About You   Degree of B.Sc. with ≥ 3   years of relevant experience or M.Sc. with   ≥ 2   years   relevant experience   (degree should be in engineering, bioengineering, computer science or applied science field)   Programming expertise with one or more programming   languages   such as Python, R, is required   Programming expertise with one or more commercial liquid handlers is highly desired, such as TECAN EvoWare, TECAN Fluent Control, Synthace , Hamilton Venus or equivalent   Hands-on experience   with robotic systems and laboratory instrumentation     Experience in transforming laboratory protocols into automated high-throughput protocols is   preferre d   Experience in integration   of   equipment into   full y   automated systems, including   equipment   data   connectivity solutions to enable automated data transfer between instruments and Laboratory Information Management Systems ( eg Benchling )   and   advanced robotic handling   is   preferred   Knowledge of 3D modeling software and additive manufacturing   is a plus   Proficiency with digital tools for everyday collaborative work   Demonstrate proficiency in digital laboratory tools including   Electronic Lab Notebooks (ELNs)   such as   B enchling,   Genedata Biologics   and data analysis software   Solid analytical and problem-solving skills   A pro-active approach and high sense for quality, accuracy, and detail   A team-oriented attitude, flexibility, enthusiasm, and ability to work independently   Verbal and written fluency in English with ability to report and discuss experimental design and data   Knowledge of   AI/ML applications in pharmaceutical research and digital collaboration platforms is advantageous   Experience in data processing and visualization using Spotfire / Power BI is   preferred   Experience with scheduler software for automated platforms is   preferred   Experience with   safety   requirements   related   to high-throughput equipment and end-to-end integrated automation workflows   Why choose us?   Help improve the lives of millions of people globally by making drug development quicker and more effective.     Join a workplace where diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core, with Employee Resource Groups and leadership programs that celebrate every voice.    Shape the future of   the   NANOBODY®   and   Microbial Platform s   by helping to develop new drugs and by continuous platform improvement.   Pursue   Progress .   Discover   Extraordinary .   Join   Sanofi   and   step into a new era of science   - where your growth can be just as transformative as the work we do. We   invest in you to reach further, think faster, and do what’s never-been- done-before.   You’ll help push boundaries, challenge convention, and build smarter solutions that reach the communities we serve. Ready to chase the miracles of science   and improve people’s lives?   Let’s Pursue   Progress   and Discover   Extraordinary   – together.   At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law .   The CV should be in English and should include a separate paragraph specifying your technical expertise. If you possess the necessary skills to fulfil this unique role, we very much look forward to hearing from you.     #LI-EUR   #LI-HYBRID Pursue progress , discover extraordinary Better is out there. Better medications, better outcomes, better science. But progress doesn’t happen without people – people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. So, let’s be those people. At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, ability or gender identity. Watch our ALL IN video and check out our Diversity Equity and Inclusion actions at sanofi.com ! The salary range for this position is :€63 102,95 - €84 137 Final compensation will be determined based on demonstrated experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs. — Published by Sanofi. Apply on the employer's own posting.