Biolyz is a full-stack saliva-based biomarker testing company on a mission to accelerate access to biomarker analytics for all humans, globally. We offer a non-invasive testing solution whereby athletes and coaches simply use a cotton swab to collect saliva, which we analyze via mass spectrometry within 48 hours across 60+ biomarkers covering stress, recovery, metabolism, and inflammation. Our platform delivers real-time, hyper-personalized insights directly to coaches and athletes. Having tested over 2.5 million biomarkers across teams in the Champions League, Bundesliga, Premier League and Ligue 1 and other sports, Biolyz has powered the best athletes in their field.
As our *Senior Lab Automation Engineer*, you will be at the heart of scaling our analytical capabilities. We're processing thousands of saliva samples and our ambition is to grow that by an order of magnitude — and we need someone who can architect and build the automated systems that make that possible. You'll work closely with our lab scientists and data teams to eliminate manual bottlenecks, increase throughput, and ensure our mass spectrometry workflows run with precision and reliability.
This is a hands-on, high-impact role. You'll own everything from liquid handling robotics to LIMS integration, and your work will directly enable more athletes to benefit from biomarker-driven performance insights. If you love being the person who makes the lab smarter, faster, and more reliable — this role is for you.
Design, implement, and maintain automated liquid handling and sample preparation workflows for high-volume saliva biomarker analysis
Program and optimize robotic platforms (e.g., Hamilton, Tecan, Beckman Coulter) for sample processing pipelines
Integrate lab automation systems with our LIMS and mass spectrometry instruments
Develop scripts and software to monitor, log, and troubleshoot automated workflows
Collaborate with lab scientists to translate manual protocols into robust automated solutions
Drive validation and qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ) of new automated systems
Continuously improve throughput, reproducibility, and data quality across our analytical pipeline
5+ years of experience in lab automation engineering, preferably in a life sciences or diagnostics setting
Hands-on experience programming liquid handling robots (Hamilton VENUS, Tecan EVOware, or similar)
Strong understanding of analytical chemistry workflows, particularly mass spectrometry or high-throughput assays
Proficiency in scripting languages (Python preferred) for workflow automation and data processing
Experience with LIMS integration and lab data management
Methodical problem-solver with a strong attention to detail and process documentation
Fluent in English; German is a plus
Experience in a regulated environment (ISO 15189, GMP, or similar)
Familiarity with saliva or biological matrix sample handling
Background in method validation and protocol development
Experience working in a fast-paced startup or scale-up environment
Austria (Tulln an der Donau) or Germany — with travel to our partner labs as needed
Hybrid working arrangements available
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