Scientist Ⅱ - Robotic Engineer

About the Role

We are looking for a talented and hands-on Robotic Engineer to join our R&D team in Nansha, Guangzhou. This role is ideal for someone passionate about laboratory automation and synthetic chemistry, who thrives in a collaborative environment. You will play a key role in supporting and maintaining high-throughput equipment and deploying automated workflows that accelerate our chemistry innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot high-throughput robotic systems (e.g., liquid handlers, plate readers,  automated reactors).

• Perform routine calibration, preventive maintenance, and software updates to ensure optimal equipment performance.

• Design and implement automated workflows for synthetic chemistry experiments.

• Translate manual protocols into automated scripts using vendor-specific or general-purpose programming tools.

• Work closely with chemists, engineers, and data scientists to align automation strategies with experimental goals.

• Document procedures, maintenance logs, and workflow configurations.

• Collaborate with vendors and internal teams for technical support and upgrades.

• Provide training and support to lab personnel on equipment usage and safety.

Qualifications

Required:

• Master’s degree in Robotics, Automation, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.

• Minimum 2 years of experience working with laboratory automation or robotic systems.

• Familiarity with synthetic chemistry workflows and laboratory instrumentation.

• Experience in scripting or programming for automation (e.g., Python, C++, MATLAB).

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

• Bilingual proficiency in Mandarin and English.

Preferred:

• Experience with high-throughput screening platforms and liquid handling systems

• Knowledge of LIMS systems and data integration tools.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a forward-thinking R&D team driving innovation in advanced synthesis.

• Work with cutting-edge automation technologies in a modern lab environment.

• Collaborate with global experts across disciplines.

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.