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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.\nWhat you will get\nAn agile career and dynamic working culture.\nAn inclusive and ethical workplace.\nCompensation programs that recognize high performance.\nA variety of benefits dependent on role and location.\nThe full list of our global benefits can be found here: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits.\nWhat you will do:\nOperate, maintain, and troubleshoot high-throughput robotic systems (e.g., liquid handlers, plate readers, automated reactors).\nPerform routine calibration, preventive maintenance, and software updates to ensure optimal equipment performance.\nDesign and implement automated workflows for synthetic chemistry experiments.\nTranslate manual protocols into automated scripts using vendor-specific or general-purpose programming tools.\nWork closely with chemists, engineers, and data scientists to align automation strategies with experimental goals.\nDocument procedures, maintenance logs, and workflow configurations.\nCollaborate with vendors and internal teams for technical support and upgrades.\nProvide training and support to lab personnel on equipment usage and safety.\nWhat we are looking for:\nRequired:\nPhD or Master’s degree in Robotics, Automation, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.\nMinimum 2 years of experience working with laboratory automation or robotic systems.\nFamiliarity with synthetic chemistry workflows and laboratory instrumentation.\nExperience in scripting or programming for automation (e.g., Python, C++, MATLAB).\nStrong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.\nBilingual proficiency in Mandarin and English.\nPreferred:\nExperience with high-throughput screening platforms and liquid handling systems\nKnowledge of LIMS systems and data integration tools.\nWhy Join Us?\nBe part of a forward-thinking R&D organization driving next-generation chemistry innovation\nWork at the intersection of chemistry, automation, and data science\nCollaborate with global experts in a highly interdisciplinary environment\nAccess to cutting-edge laboratory infrastructure and digital platforms\nCompetitive compensation and career development opportunities\nAbout Lonza\nAt 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.\nInnovation 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.\nReady to shape the future of life sciences? 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