Associate Director, Laboratory Automation

Revolution Medicines is a clinical-stage precision oncology company focused on developing novel targeted therapies to inhibit frontier targets in RAS-addicted cancers.  The company’s R&D pipeline comprises RAS(ON) Inhibitors designed to suppress diverse oncogenic variants of RAS proteins, and RAS Companion Inhibitors for use in combination treatment strategies. As a new member of the Revolution Medicines team, you will join other outstanding scientists in a tireless commitment to patients with cancers harboring mutations in the RAS signaling pathway.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking an Associate Director with a strong background in Lab Automation to join our growing team.  The successful candidate will work closely with leadership and team members of Compound Management, Discovery Sciences and Lab Management to evaluate and improve laboratory efficiency, accuracy and throughput using automation technologies.

As a key member of the Discovery Chemistry Operations, you will make significant contributions to our team with accountability for the following:

• Optimize Compound Management workflows and scale compound storage to increase screening capacity

• Optimize protocols for liquid handling systems, including the Echo, Tecan Fluent, and Hamilton STAR

• Drive strategic planning for implementation of automation technologies

• Build out plan for walk-up automation, simple functional work-cells and fully integrated systems

• Automate equipment data collection and analysis to enable real-time monitoring of processes, reduce equipment downtime and improve decision-making

• In close collaboration with Information Sciences evaluate and deploy database systems and integrate AI into process optimization

• Assist with procurement and provide training on automation systems

• Ensure accurate and timely documentation, provide lab automation project updates to management and maintain effective communication with research team members

Required Skills, Experience and Education:

• BS/MS or equivalent degree in chemical, biological, engineering sciences or related field with 10+ years working full time in a biotech or pharmaceutical lab setting

• In-depth experience with operating, developing, and optimizing liquid handling systems including Echo, Hamilton and Beckman systems

• Proven track record of designing and executing efficient automation processes, and building capabilities for assay development and robotics

• Experience in lab automation implementation with data science and LIMS integration

• Experience in recruiting and managing a lab automation expert team

• An innovative team-player and leader with capacity to be effective in our dynamic and fast-paced company environment

Preferred Skills:

• Skills in data analysis and data visualization software and automation software packages (e.g. Tableau, SAS JMP, Benchling, Solidworks, Green Button Go, Vworks, Cellario, Overlord)

• Familiarity with several programming languages (Python, R, Javascript, SQL)

The base salary range for this full-time position is $160,000 to $200,000 for candidates based at our headquarters in Redwood City, CA. The range displayed on each job posting is intended to be the minimum and maximum salary for the position in Redwood City and will be adjusted for the local market a candidate is based. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by multiple factors, including job-related skills, experience, market dynamics, and relevant education or training.

Please note that base salary is one part of the overall total rewards program at RevMed, which includes competitive cash compensation, robust equity awards, strong benefits, and significant learning and development opportunities.

Revolution Medicines is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, and veteran status.

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