The Preclinical Manufacturing and Process Development department is seeking an experienced professional to operate, maintain, and repair automated low- and ultra-low-temperature biobanks with a total capacity of approximately 4.3 million samples, supporting research and development efforts. In this exciting role, you will be collaborating with teams to manage and distribute large collections of research samples using both manual and automated cold storage technologies. You will also propose innovative ways to sample management workflows, implement preventative maintenance strategies, utilize data-driven decision-making, and evaluate new technologies to advance the collaborative automation of cold storage systems.
A Typical Day in the Role Might Look Like:- Operate, maintain, and repair automated low- and ultra-low-temperature biobanks, ensuring continuous functionality and adherence to operational specifications.
- Collaborate with sample management teams, Facilities Operations, and HVAC teams, vendor, and additional stakeholders to support uninterrupted operation of automated biobanking technologies and timely resolutions when technical troubleshooting is required.
- Assist sample management teams with routine automated sample handling, distribution, and inventory management activities, which includes training team to troubleshoot equipment if/as needed.
- Proactively supervise, document, and analyze equipment performance to ensure systems operate within defined specifications and performance thresholds.
- Develop and prioritize recurring equipment maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and maintain system reliability.
- Identify and implement new strategies and technologies to improve sample management workflows, including automation improvements and novel approaches to data integration.
- Collaborate with IT groups to maintain and optimize existing software interfaces that support sample management capabilities, as well as platforms for acquiring, monitoring, and analyzing system performance data.
- Extensive expertise in automated biobanking cold storage technologies, with a strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, refrigeration, and control systems used in ultra-low-temperature environments.
- Proven ability to operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair sophisticated automated biobanking cold storage systems, including robotic sample handling systems and associated software interfaces; experience with laboratory robotics and automation platforms is highly desirable.
- Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels within a matrixed organization, including technical teams, management, and external vendors.
- Preferred qualifications include demonstrated leadership abilities, prior mentorship experience, and a track record of successfully managing cross-functional projects or teams.
This role requires a PhD with 0-3 years, a MS with 8+ or a BS with 10+ years proven experience. Experience with Liconic cold storage technologies and BiOLiX software is highly desirable.
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Salary Range (annually)
Skills Required
- PhD with 0-3 years, MS with 8+ years, or BS with 10+ years proven experience
- Extensive expertise in automated biobanking cold storage technologies and ultra-low-temperature systems (mechanical, electrical, refrigeration, control systems)
- Proven ability to operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair automated biobanking cold storage systems and robotic sample handling equipment
- Experience collaborating with IT, Facilities Operations, HVAC teams, vendors, and cross-functional stakeholders
- Strong written and oral communication skills and ability to train others
- Experience with laboratory robotics and automation platforms
- Experience with Liconic cold storage technologies and BiOLiX software
- Demonstrated leadership, mentorship, and experience managing cross-functional projects
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage is positioned as comprehensive, with Regeneron prescription drugs covered at 100% for those enrolled in the medical plan. Mental health support is also emphasized through EAP access and tools like Talkspace and the Journey app.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Stock grants are described as available to all employees, strengthening the overall total-rewards package beyond base pay. Long-term incentives and stock-related rewards are repeatedly framed as meaningful components of compensation.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is paired with fertility/adoption assistance and childcare-related support such as discounts and nanny services. Additional family-oriented resources extend to elder care, pet care, and education support like college coaching and tutoring.
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