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This role will support multiple disease areas and advance automation capabilities within Vertex Cell & Genetic Therapies. This role will develop an understanding of the research and development processes in order to establish new capabilities and improve efficiencies through automation enhancements.\nThis is an onsite position at our Leiden Center research site in Boston.\nKey Duties and Responsibilities:\nTranslates manual research and development processes into the design of automation systems.\nTroubleshoots standard system problems by analyzing information to make judgments; documents identified solutions.\nSupports daily operations, commissioning, and validation activities while working in cross-functional teams.\nWorks to identify continuous improvement opportunities and participates in driving them from conception through implementation.\nParticipates in automation design for both continuous and batch processes.\nProvide technical guidance in the operation of the automation system and participates in the advancement of current automation capabilities and the design and implementation of new automation capabilities.\nComplies with all relevant safety and GMP procedures.\nKnowledge and Skills:\nUtilizing Hamilton and Biomek automation programming, method development, and general maintenance\nScheduling software for integrated automation work cells\nMethod development, optimization, and deployment of both highthroughput cell-based and biochemical assays\nWorking with automated data capture software\nSome experience with common scripting languages (i.e., Python, R, C, C++) and basic familiarity with SQL databases.\nFamiliarity with version control tools such as Git,and experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment practices preferred\nAssisting large matrix technical teams to reach successful outcomes under accelerated timelines across broad disease areas and therapeutic modalities\nExperience of being part of large matrix technical teams to reach successful outcomes under accelerated timelines.\nWritten and verbal communication skills to exchange straight forward information and confirm understanding\nEducation and Experience:\nTypically requires a Bachelor's Degree in chemical engineering, computer sciences or related field and 1 years experience in life sciences, engineering or academia\nAt Vertex, we embrace continuous learning and encourage employees to stay informed on advances in AI, technology, automation, and industry trends. We seek talent who bring an external perspective, demonstrate curiosity and sound judgment, and thoughtfully adopt new capabilities that improve decision-making, drive innovation, increase efficiency, and help deliver better outcomes for patients.\nPay Range:\n$85,600 - $128,400Disclosure Statement:\nThe range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.\nAt Vertex, our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive market-leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career, financial, family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations. From medical, dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter), educational assistance programs including student loan repayment, a generous commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, 401(k) and so much more.\nFlex Designation:\nOn-Site DesignatedFlex Eligibility Status:\nIn this On-Site designated role, you will work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.\nNote: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex’s Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.\nCompany Information\nVertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.\nVertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. 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