Location: Canada
Date published: 09-Apr-2026
Job ID: 172742
Description and Requirements
Work Type: Onsite, Toronto
Contract: 8 Months ( potential for extension)
Location: North York
Compensation Range: $90/hr to $114/hr
Responsibilities
• Manages/schedules activities in automation service unit by applying project management skills to intake automation requests, schedule development and routine activities, as well as maintain a prioritize work list of activities
• Sets up and maintains KanBan boards, Jira tickets, and weekly scrums with stakeholders to communicate progress, delays and completions
• Independently creates robotic protocols in Venus 4+ software to manipulate Hamilton liquid handlers
• Creates, updates and maintains SoftMax Pro protocols in non-GXP environment including fully automated calculations, statistics and summarized final results
• Proficient at programming integration software such as Green Button Go, or Genera
• Familiar with pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical or analytical QC tests, including, but not limited to ELISAs, protein assays, etc.
• Maintains detailed user stories, programming notes, and flags opportunities for continuous improvement
• Works with cross-functional teams (technologists, scientists, and leadership teams) to translate technical methods or desired manipulations into automated processing
• Details precise data outputs, files and aware of data stewardship
Qualifications
• Education and Experience:
o (Ideally) Masters of Science or Applied Science with a focus on robotics, mechanical engineering, or high throughput assay development
o 3+ years of hands-on experience in laboratory automation, with significant expertise in Hamilton systems
o Proven success in optimizing resource usage and throughput by developing and scaling automated liquid handling systems
• Technical Skills:
o Expertise in automating complex liquid handling workflows using Hamilton systems and other platforms such as SoftMax Pro and electronic laboratory notebooks
o Proficiency in programming languages like Python and JavaScript for developing automated scripts and reducing manual tasks
o Strong mechanical skills applicable to laboratory automation platforms, such as liquid handlers, laboratory robotic equipment, and integration of multiple instruments/devices into a single workflow
o Familiarity with data pipelines, database management (SQL/NoSQL), and system integration for enhanced automation and workflow efficiency
• Soft Skills:
• Strong communicator who confidently presents new ideas, leads with conviction, and breaks down complex problems into actionable steps
o Energetic leader capable of managing a small team of automation specialists
o Analytical thinker with proven success in solving complex issues
o Collaborative team player who works effectively with technologists, scientists, and leadership
Other Requirements
• Location: On site, Toronto (5 days per week).
• Language: English (French is an asset but not required).