Automation Specialist III

Join to apply for the Automation Specialist III role at Thermo Fisher Scientific3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Automation Specialist III role at Thermo Fisher ScientificGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Work ScheduleStandard (Mon-Fri)Environmental ConditionsOfficeJob DescriptionJob DescriptionJob Title: Automation Specialist III/ Sr Automation SpecialistAbout The CompanyAt Thermo Fisher Scientific, you'll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life - enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while taking science a step beyond through research, development and delivery of life-changing therapies. With clinical trials conducted in 100+ countries and ongoing development of novel frameworks for clinical research through our PPD clinical research portfolio, our work spans laboratory, digital and decentralized clinical trial services. Your determination to deliver quality and accuracy will improve health outcomes that people and communities depend on - now and in the future.Location/Division Specific InformationThermo Fisher's clinical research business is a leading global contract research organization and world leader in serving science. We are passionate, deliberate, and driven by our mission - to enable our clients to make the world healthier, safer, and cleaner.Within our Analytical Services team, we have a functional service provider solution, which is an outstanding partnership that allows our customers to use the experience of our staff, while allowing you, the employee, to gain direct experience working onsite at a pharmaceutical/ biopharmaceutical company, all while maintaining full-time benefits.This is an onsite position located in Foster City, CA.ScopeAs an Automation Specialist at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you will play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between our internal instrument development teams and our clients. You will serve as the onsite point of contact for automation implementation, application support, and technical troubleshooting, ensuring seamless integration of our solutions into client workflows. A key component of your role will involve using TFS's Momentum Scheduling software, . You will help clients configure and operate the software's modular components to streamline and scale their laboratory operations.Essential FunctionsLead the onsite deployment of the existing and future TFS's Momentum Scheduling software, including hardware setup, software configuration, and system validation. Ensure seamless integration of Thermo Fisher instruments and third-party devices into the automation ecosystem.Act as the primary onsite point of contact for clients during installation, training, and ongoing support. Build positive relationships with client team members to ensure satisfaction and long-term success.Gather and communicate client feedback, workflow challenges, and enhancement requests to internal development teams.Collaborate with engineering and applications teams to implement technical improvements, address hardware and software automation issues, and perform routine maintenance to ensure efficient performance.Ensure all automation activities align with relevant safety standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies. Promote standard processes in laboratory automation and data integrity.Knowledge, Skills And AbilitiesExpertise in operating, customizing workflows and troubleshooting standalone liquid handlers from multiple vendors and integrated automation systems (e.g., inSPIRE, HighRes Biosolutions Cellario, etc.)( nice to have - Thermo Scientific inSPIRE Collaborative Laboratory Automation Platform the world's first collaborative automation system designed to integrate instruments, software, and people into a unified, intuitive workflow)Experience with automation scripting environments and scheduling software (e.g., Momentum, Cellario, FluentControl, VENUS, etc.)Familiarity of cell and molecular biology workflows using a variety of instrumentation (e.g., liquid handlers, plate washers, flow cytometers, thermal cyclers, spectrophotometers, etc.)Experience in automating flow cytometry sample preparation and data analysisPrevious experience automating high throughput cell and molecular biology workflows for increased throughput, capacity, or consistencyPrevious experience in onsite automation engineering customer supportIndependently performing routine preventative maintenance and equipment repairsData analytics and integration with existing client LIMS platformsWilling to travel to and work from customer sites on a routine basisMinimum QualificationsAutomation Specialist III: Bachelor's degree in a related field of engineering (e.g., automation, mechanical, electrical, biomedical) or science (e.g., biotechnology, chemistry, biochemistry) with 5 years of scientific laboratory automation experience.Sr Automation Specialist: Bachelor's degree in a related field of engineering (e.g., automation, mechanical, electrical, biomedical) or science (e.g., biotechnology, chemistry, biochemistry) with 7 years of scientific laboratory automation some cases an equivalency, consisting of appropriate education, training, and/or directly related experience will be considered sufficient for an individual to meet the requirements of the role.We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus, healthcare, and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation!Our 4i ValuesIntegrity - Innovation - Intensity - InvolvementIf you resonate with our 4i values above, and ultimately wish to accelerate the delivery of safe and effective therapeutics for some of the world's most urgent health needs, submit your application - we'd love to hear from you!Compensation And BenefitsThe salary pay range estimated for this position Automation Specialist III based inCalifornia is $92,800.00-$141,210.00.This Position May Also Be Eligible To Receive a Variable Annual Bonus Based On Company, Team, And/or Individual Performance Results In Accordance With Company Policy. We Offer a Comprehensive Total Rewards Package That Our U.S. Colleagues And Their Families Can Count On, Which IncludesA choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programsEmployee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursementAt least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policyRetirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings planEmployees' Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discountFor more information on our benefits, please visit: job posting is for multiple levelsThe salary range estimated for the second level is: $118200.00-$162480.00Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.Seniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionInformation TechnologyIndustriesIT Services and IT ConsultingReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Thermo Fisher Scientific by 2xGet notified about new Automation Specialist jobs in San Mateo, CA.San Mateo, CA $154,570.00-$184,100.00 4 days agoJunior QA Engineer - Awesome Recent Grad OpportunityFremont, CA $75,000.00-$95,000.00 2 weeks agoAI/ML Quality Engineering Specialist – Automation Focus (Hybrid)Santa Clara, CA $110,000.00-$130,000.00 4 days agoMilpitas, CA $96,655.20-$142,140.00 2 weeks agoPalo Alto, CA $116,300.00-$183,600.00 2 weeks agoFoster City, CA $118,200.00-$162,480.00 6 days agoSoftware Test Engineer, Pixel Cross-Device ExperiencesMountain View, CA $102,000.00-$146,000.00 1 week agoSan Francisco, CA $108,500.00-$144,000.00 4 days agoSenior Software Engineer in Test Automation (Prisma Access)Industrial Robotics and Automation EngineerMountain View, CA $163,800.00-$178,500.00 4 days agoPalo Alto, CA $140,000.00-$170,000.00 2 weeks agoSenior Software Quality Assurance Engineer - Master LockOperations Engineer, Automation Operations EngineeringSan Francisco, CA $68,900.00-$126,400.00 4 days agoWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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Created: 2025-09-17