Senior Automation Scientist

We are seeking a Senior Scientist of Automation - Oncology to join our dynamic Oncology Development team. This individual contributor role will lead development projects with automation initiatives to scale our high-complexity and high-growth clinical laboratory for groundbreaking oncology tests, focusing on developing processes and launching larger-scale versions of our products in the development pipeline. The successful candidate should have a strong background in chemistry and engineering, with preferred expertise in data analysis and/or bioinformatics. You will work closely with interdisciplinary teams to design and integrate innovative solutions that enhance product development and scalability within our oncology diagnostics. This role requires the majority of days to be spent onsite at the Menlo Park location and reports to the Associate Director of Development, Oncology.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and optimize processes for launching larger-scale versions of oncology diagnostics products in the development pipeline.
• Collaborate with R&D, bioinformatics, process engineering and CLIA teams, to innovate and implement solutions that integrate seamlessly into product development workflows.
• Lead initiatives to develop automation solutions that support the design and scalability of new assays and diagnostic features.
• Utilize data analysis and bioinformatics skills to support test development and refinement, ensuring accuracy and precision.
• Work within the interdisciplinary development team and contribute to the development of scalable diagnostic tests.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation, including experimental designs, process optimizations, validations, and standard operating procedures.
• Present progress on development projects and strategies for product scale-up to senior leadership.

Requirements:

• PhD in Chemistry, Engineering, Biophysics, Biochemistry, Bioengineering or a related field.
• Strong skills in statistical modeling and first-principle thinking.
• 3+ years of experience in a research or industry setting, with a focus on automation engineering or process development.
• Experience with liquid handling systems (Agilent Bravo, Hamilton STAR, Biomek, etc.) and/or next-generation sequencing technologies.
• Proficiency in coding languages such as Python or R.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex scientific concepts.
• Ability to collaborate across scientific disciplines to develop integrated and scalable solutions.

Nice-to-Haves:

• Strong background in data analysis and/or bioinformatics.
• Experience working in regulated environments (CLIA, CAP, FDA).
• Experience with laboratory information management systems (LIMS).
• Six Sigma or Lean certification.

Benefits And Perks:

• Working with a team of ‘rockstars’ who bring out the best in everyone
• Open, transparent culture that includes weekly Town Hall meetings
• The ability to indirectly or directly change the lives of hundreds of thousand patients
• Multiple medical benefit options; employee premiums paid 100% of select plans, dependents covered at 80%
• Extremely generous Family Bonding Leave for new parents (16 weeks, paid at 100%)
• Retirement savings program including a 4% Company match
• Free daily on-site lunches provided from top eateries
• Latest and greatest hardware (laptop, lab equipment, facilities)
• A variety of perks on campus (state of the art gym, restaurant)
• Free on-site EV charging (compatible with all EVs, including Tesla)

At BillionToOne, we are proud to offer a combination of a (1) base pay range (actual amount offered is based on experience and salary/equity options split that the candidate chooses), (2) generous equity options offering, (3) corporate bonus program, on top of (4) industry leading company benefits (free healthcare options, 401k match, very generous fully paid parental leave, etc.).

For this position, we offer a total compensation package of $240,000 per year, including a base pay range of $130,000 - $150,000 per year.

BillionToOne is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.