Bench Scientist

Bench Scientist / Automation Scientist Location: Bothell, WA – Canyon Park Job Type: Contract – 12 Months Schedule: Monday–Friday, approximately 9:00 AM–5:00 PM Work Arrangement: Onsite Hours: 40 hours/week Position Summary We are seeking a hands-on Bench Scientist / Automation Scientist to support molecular biology research and high-throughput laboratory workflows in a fast-paced wet-lab environment. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with laboratory automation, automated liquid handling, molecular biology, and high-throughput sample processing . Experience with Hamilton liquid handling platforms is highly preferred . This role will focus on executing and optimizing automated laboratory workflows, processing large volumes of samples, supporting molecular biology assays, and troubleshooting laboratory automation processes. Key Responsibilities Operate and support automated liquid handling platforms, preferably Hamilton systems. Execute high-throughput laboratory workflows and process large volumes of samples. Develop, implement, and optimize laboratory methods and automated workflows. Perform DNA and RNA extraction and molecular biology sample preparation. Prepare samples for NGS/sequencing workflows. Perform PCR/RT-PCR assays and sample QC activities. Support genomic and transcriptomic characterization workflows. Troubleshoot laboratory automation and experimental processes. Follow laboratory SOPs and maintain accurate experimental documentation. Support validation and quality control activities. Collaborate with scientists and cross-functional teams to interpret experimental results and resolve workflow issues. Assist with scaling and improving laboratory automation processes. Required Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's degree in Biology, Molecular Biology, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related scientific discipline . 5–7 years of relevant laboratory/scientific experience . Hands-on experience with laboratory automation and automated liquid handling . Experience with high-throughput sample processing. Strong molecular biology laboratory experience. Experience with DNA/RNA extraction and PCR/RT-PCR . Experience with molecular biology sample preparation and sample QC. Experience supporting NGS/sequencing sample preparation or related genomics workflows . Ability to troubleshoot laboratory workflows and follow established SOPs. Experience working in a wet-lab/BSL-2 environment. Preferred Qualifications Hands-on experience with Hamilton liquid handling systems . Automated assay development or workflow optimization experience. High-throughput screening experience. Genomics or transcriptomics experience. Cell culture experience, particularly CHO cells . Recombinant protein expression experience. Experience with Python, SQL, Snowflake, or scientific data analysis. Experience developing or automating laboratory workflows. Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is a hands-on molecular biology scientist with strong laboratory automation experience who can quickly contribute to high-throughput workflows. Candidates with Hamilton experience and a combination of DNA/RNA extraction, RT-PCR, NGS sample preparation, and workflow optimization experience are especially encouraged to apply. This is primarily a wet-lab and laboratory automation position, not a bioinformatics or software-focused role. Pharmaceutical Services Corporation