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MSD

Senior Scientist, DSCS Digital Technologies – Laboratory Automation, Automation Systems Engineer

MSD

. Design laboratory automation systems integrating robotics, instrumentation, and software .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeRahway • New Jersey • United StatesSenior💰 $117,000 - $184,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and integrating laboratory automation systems, with a strong foundation in robotics, instrumentation, and software. Proficient in collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance automation platforms and support scientific workflows.

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Ph.D. In Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Pharmaceutical SciencesLab Automation ExperienceScripting/Programming Skills (Python, C#, VBA, JavaScript, R)Laboratory Instrument IntegrationData Science And AI/ML Concepts

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Hard Skills
Laboratory Automation DesignRobotics IntegrationSoftware Development Best PracticesVersion ControlClean Code PracticesPrototyping And DeploymentAnalytical DevelopmentDrug Product DevelopmentEnd-To-End IntegrationTroubleshooting And Support
Soft Skills
Scientific CollaborationCommunication SkillsEntrepreneurial MindsetIndependent Work
Tools & Technologies
Automation Edge DevicesPLCsMicrocontrollersIndustrial SCADA SoftwareDeltaVIgnitionWinCC OASartorius Ambr250BenchlingSignals
Industry Keywords
Pharmaceutical Drug SubstanceDrug ProductAnalytical R&DLaboratory Equipment IntegrationAutomation Platforms

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
JavaScriptPythonVBA

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Design laboratory automation systems integrating robotics, instrumentation, and software
  • Partner with researchers to translate experimental needs into scalable automated workflows
  • Collaborate with automation, data science, modeling, IT, and digital engineering experts
  • Lead high-impact projects from concept through deployment across teams and stakeholders
  • Continuously improve automation platforms for performance, usability, and reliability
  • Integrate robotic platforms with laboratory equipment and data systems for end-to-end digital workflows
  • Provide hands-on support, troubleshooting, and training to scientists using the systems

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Ph.D. in Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences or closely related field, with expected graduation no later than December 2026; OR
  • M.S. in a listed field with at least 2 years of relevant experience; OR
  • B.S. in a listed field with at least 4 years of relevant experience
  • Experience in a lab-based setting working with lab automation and equipment integration
  • Experience with scripting/programming following accepted best practices, including version control, design patterns, and clean code
  • Understanding of (bio)pharmaceutical process research and development, drug product development, and/or analytical development
  • Ability to work in an entrepreneurial and independent manner on cross-functional teams
  • Scientific collaboration and communication skills with technicians and vendors
  • Preferred: Python, C#, VBA, JavaScript, or R
  • Preferred: automation edge devices and controllers, including PLCs and microcontrollers
  • Preferred: industrial SCADA or orchestration software, including DeltaV, Ignition, or WinCC OA
  • Preferred: benchtop automated reactor systems such as Sartorius Ambr250
  • Preferred: laboratory automation software, firmware, hardware, and end-to-end integration
  • Preferred: laboratory instrument integration with custom or commercial software
  • Preferred: designing, prototyping, and deploying laboratory automation technologies
  • Preferred: data science and AI/ML concepts applied to laboratory automation
  • Preferred: wet lab experience in pharmaceutical drug substance, drug product, and analytical R&D
  • Preferred: Benchling or Signals
  • No visa sponsorship
  • Eligible to work in the US and Puerto Rico as applicable

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable
  • Medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits for employee and family
  • Retirement benefits, including 401(k)
  • Paid holidays
  • Vacation
  • Compassionate and sick days
  • Hybrid flexible work arrangement