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# (Liquid Handling) Automation Specialist (80 – 100 %) at Celerion

- **Company:** Celerion
- **Location:** Fehraltorf Zurich, Switzerland
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** onsite
- **Posted:** 2026-08-11
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-07
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/celerion/4daa3170-60fc-4fd6-a932-11335a05c9f2

## Job description

Celerion is one of the world's leading bioanalytical contract research organizations and has been supporting pharmaceutical and biotech drug development programs around the world for more than 40 years.

Due to the steady growth of our company and to strengthen our bioanalytical laboratory in Fehraltorf / Zurich, we are looking for a

(Liquid Handling) Automation Specialist (80 – 100 %)

You will convert bioanalytical assay workflows defined by R&D into robust, documented and supportable robotic routines. Your primary tasks would consist of programming using the VENUS and EVOware software, as well as regularly assessing our robots’ performance. As part of our team, you will become a key component to successfully use the liquid handling robots to improve the performance and throughput of our assays, and you will help Celerion maintain its competitive position in the market

## Your Profile

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a life-science discipline (e.g. Biology, Chemistry, Biotechnology). (Please note: this role targets a life-science background; engineering degrees are not the intended profile) Solid understanding of immunoassays and/or chromatographic methods At least 1 year demonstrated hands-on experience programming Hamilton liquid-handling robots using VENUS software  to support automated workflows in a regulated laboratory environment Good written and spoken German is beneficial Highly collaborative and service-oriented mindset Strong problem-solving skills with a hands-on approach Structured, detail-oriented, and quality-focused Able to balance development work with operational support Experience with general-purpose programming languages such as Python, VB or SQL is beneficial but not required; proven Hamilton VENUS method-programming experience is essential.

## We Offer You

A technically specialized role in the interface of bioanalytical science, automation and regulated laboratory operations, with direct impact on throughput, standardization and reliability Structured onboarding and internal training programme. Opportunity to contribute and shape the continuous development of Celerion’s automation capabilities. Modern infrastructure and work environment Work-life balance: flexible working hours (Monday to Friday, no weekends, no shift work), 5 weeks of vacation Financial benefits: equal pay regardless of gender, excellent social benefits, and access to REKA vouchers

Does this sound like the right opportunity for you? We look forward to receiving your complete application, including your CV, references, diplomas, and other relevant documents.

Additional information can be found on our website: https://www.celerion.com/careers

## About Celerion

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Celerion is a global contract research organization (CRO) specializing in early-phase clinical trials and bioanalytical services to accelerate drug development for pharmaceutical and biotechnology partners.
- **Entity Type**: Private (no public ticker; no funding rounds disclosed – operates as an established, privately-held CRO)
- **Headquarters**: Lincoln, Nebraska, USA
- **Founded**: 1969 (legacy company); current entity operates under the Celerion name with 50+ years of experience
- **Founders**: Not publicly available

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Clinical Research / Contract Research Organization (CRO) – early-phase drug development
- **Target customers**: Pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies (B2B)
- **Mission or purpose**: Accelerating the development of breakthrough therapies to address patient needs, enabling faster go/no-go decisions and speed-to-market for new treatments.

## Products & Services
- **Early Phase Services**: Fully integrated clinical trial management across Phase I/IIa studies, with dedicated inpatient clinics (650+ beds worldwide) and experienced medical/nursing staff.
- **Global Clinical Development**: Project-based support for complex studies across 30+ countries, from study award to database lock.
- **Bioanalytical Sciences**: PK, immunogenicity, and biomarker assays supporting all phases of drug development, with laboratories in Lincoln, NE and Zurich, Switzerland.
- **Drug Development & Regulatory Affairs**: Strategic guidance for clients initiating clinical studies, helping enable early and informed decisions.
- **Data Management & Biometrics**: Study design, modeling & simulation, biostatistics, clinical data management, and medical writing.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (privately held)
- **Key Metric**: More than 1,000 full-time scientific and medical personnel; 650+ beds across clinics in North America, Europe, and Asia
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Not publicly listed (operates as a standalone CRO)
- **Growth Signals**: 50+ years of industry experience; 80% of management roles filled through internal promotions; global presence in 30+ countries; continued expansion of facilities and service lines.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Largest global network of early-phase operations** – 650+ beds allow rapid patient recruitment and high-throughput studies.
- **Speed and reliability** – Company name derived from Latin “celeritas” (swiftness); built to deliver key data faster for earlier decision-making.
- **Integrated bioanalytical + clinical services** under one roof reduces handoff delays and maintains data consistency.
- **Deep expertise** – 50+ years of early-phase experience with a proven track record of regulatory submissions.

## Strategic Focus
- Continuing to expand global clinic and laboratory footprint to serve a broader set of clients and geographies.
- Investing in data science and modeling capabilities to answer complex client questions more quickly.
- Strengthening internal talent pipelines through leadership development and promotion-from-within programs.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Emphasizes inclusion, collaboration, and employee well-being; “passion for helping people” is core to the mission.
- **Career growth**: 80% of management roles filled internally; Leadership Accelerator Program; specialized learning opportunities including industry conferences and scientific publications.
- **Work environment**: Some teams offer remote or hybrid work options; fast-paced, scientific atmosphere.
- **Benefits (U.S. employees)**: Medical, dental, prescription, vision; 401(k) with company match (after 1 year) and Student Debt Retirement Savings Match; HSA/FSA; tuition reimbursement; paid vacation, sick, and holiday leave; short/long-term disability; life insurance; voluntary plans (critical illness, accident, pet insurance, legal assistance).
- **Diversity & Inclusion**: Committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued and can bring their authentic selves to work.

## Sources
1. [Celerion Careers Page](https://www.celerion.com/careers/)
2. [Celerion Homepage](https://www.celerion.com/)
3. [Celerion About Page](https://www.celerion.com/about/)
4. [Celerion Jobs on Lever](https://jobs.lever.co/celerion)
5. [Celerion Services Page](https://www.celerion.com/services/)

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