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Test Engineer Microfluidics (PT / Internship - for students)

DropGenie

Test Engineer Microfluidics (PT / Internship - for students)

National
Part Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    DropGenie is accelerating the pace of discovery.

    We build connected hardware powered by droplet microfluidics to automate complex biological workflows in human cells. We are accelerating the pace of discovery by enabling impossible experiments and capturing high value data in precious human samples. DropGenie is a dynamic startup and successful candidates will flourish in a fast-paced environment.

    **You can learn more about our technologyhere. **

    What we're looking for

    We are currently seeking an enthusiastic, meticulous and detail orientated student to join our growing team as a Test Engineer in Microfluidics. This position could be a summer internship or a part-time position. The successful candidate will leverage their scientific background to develop and execute processes for reliable device fabrication, assembly and operation.

    What you'll do

    • Build, test and troubleshoot microfluidic devices. Work with the microfluidics team to assemble parts and refine SOPs for microfluidic device fabrication.

    • Work in a cleanroom environment to fabricate devices, following established protocols.

    • Establish and perform device quality control verification tests and procedures across assembled devices.

    • Operate standard reagents using our microfluidic operation system and collect data to verify the integrity of the final microfluidic cartridge assembly.

    • Develop, document, execute and analyze microfluidic testing experiments.

    • Work with the biology team to create protocols for device operation, and incorporate user experience feedback in subsequent device iterations.

    • Work with the engineering team to define and test operating system requirements.

    About you

    • A current student in Biomedical Engineering, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science or related field.
    • Demonstrated ability to be hands-on in the design, fabrication and process development of microfluidic devices and systems.
    • Ability to provide feedback for the R&D and process development.
    • Extremely detail oriented, with excellent organizational and communication skills.
    • Excellent data analysis and critical thinking skills, specifically in the characterization of processes in the area of microfluidics or engineering R&D.
    • Demonstrated ability to thrive as an independent contributor in a fast-paced, small startup team environment.

    Nice to have

    • Familiar with lean room environment (class 100 & 1000).
    • Research/industry experience in lab environments.
    • Previous experience working in a startup environment.
    • Past experience working in a biology laboratory.
    • Familiar with laboratory automation and microfluidic systems or theory.

    Direct applicants only. No agencies please.

    Due to the stage of our company, we will be unable to apply for a visa for this role and will only accept candidates who are eligible to work in the US without the need for a working visa. For Canadian citizens only, we are able to help navigate the visa application process.

    At DropGenie, we believe that everyone has the ability to make an impact. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, military or veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please mention it in your outreach email.