Senior Scientist I - Robotic Engineer

Location.

The actual location of this job is in Guangzhou, China.

We are looking for a talented and hands-on Robotic Engineer to join our R&D team in Nansha, Guangzhou. This role is ideal for someone passionate about laboratory automation and synthetic chemistry, who thrives in a collaborative environment. You will play a key role in supporting and maintaining high-throughput equipment and deploying automated workflows that accelerate our chemistry innovation.

What you will get

• An agile career and dynamic working culture.
• An inclusive and ethical workplace.
• Compensation programs that recognize high performance.
• A variety of benefits dependent on role and location.
• The full list of our global benefits can be found here: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits.

What you will do:

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot high-throughput robotic systems (e.g., liquid handlers, plate readers, automated reactors).
• Perform routine calibration, preventive maintenance, and software updates to ensure optimal equipment performance.
• Design and implement automated workflows for synthetic chemistry experiments.
• Translate manual protocols into automated scripts using vendor-specific or general-purpose programming tools.
• Work closely with chemists, engineers, and data scientists to align automation strategies with experimental goals.
• Document procedures, maintenance logs, and workflow configurations.
• Collaborate with vendors and internal teams for technical support and upgrades.
• Provide training and support to lab personnel on equipment usage and safety.

What we are looking for:

Required:

• PhD or Master’s degree in Robotics, Automation, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience working with laboratory automation or robotic systems.
• Familiarity with synthetic chemistry workflows and laboratory instrumentation.
• Experience in scripting or programming for automation (e.g., Python, C++, MATLAB).
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Bilingual proficiency in Mandarin and English.

Preferred:

• Experience with high-throughput screening platforms and liquid handling systems
• Knowledge of LIMS systems and data integration tools.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a forward-thinking R&D organization driving next-generation chemistry innovation
• Work at the intersection of chemistry, automation, and data science
• Collaborate with global experts in a highly interdisciplinary environment
• Access to cutting-edge laboratory infrastructure and digital platforms
• Competitive compensation and career development opportunities

About Lonza

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.

Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.

Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.