Volta Labs is at the forefront of revolutionizing genomics sample preparation through their innovative digital fluidics automation platform. As a System Integration Engineer focusing on Liquid Handling, you'll join a dynamic team that's pushing the boundaries of automation, biology, computing, and robotics.
The role offers a unique opportunity to work on Callisto, their Sample Prep System, where you'll be responsible for developing and optimizing liquid handling parameters crucial for precise reagent handling. You'll collaborate closely with the Application Development team, translating complex requirements into technical solutions while ensuring optimal performance.
This position is perfect for someone who combines technical expertise with hands-on problem-solving skills. You'll need proficiency in Python and Linux, along with a strong understanding of statistics. The ideal candidate should be comfortable in a fast-paced startup environment, possess excellent documentation skills, and thrive in collaborative settings.
Your journey at Volta Labs will progress from initial onboarding and understanding of the platform to taking full ownership of pipettor fluidics tasks within 6 months. By your first year, you'll be contributing to innovative approaches in liquid handling across various genomic applications.
The company's mission to accelerate medical research and transform healthcare through their technology makes this an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about making a real impact in the biotech industry. You'll be part of a team that launched their instrument and platform to early-adopting customers and is now expanding its capabilities with new NGS applications and automated workflows.