Senior Microfluidics Engineer

Overview

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.

 

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Equal Employment Opportunity

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Responsibilities

The Bioengineering Division is seeking a Senior scientist to support the research and development of cutting-edge technologies. At Draper Bioengineering, we work at the interface between engineering and biology, and the successful applicant will join teams working on Microphysiological systems (organ-on-chip) and other novel systems that blend complex biology with custom hardware and software. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, observant, collaborative, and dedicated. They will serve as a subject matter expert, applying foundational microfluidics and tissue engineering knowledge and experience to exciting, interdisciplinary efforts.

 

Draper offers a distinctive environment that blends the best aspects of academia, government, and industry. Our supportive team atmosphere fosters innovation, intellectual creativity, and an emphasis on career development. The available position offers the potential for career growth and opportunities to take on more responsibility over time.

Responsibilities:

• Design, model, fabricate, and characterize microfluidic devices for cell and tissue engineering applications.
• Develop and execute laboratory research plans that support project goals and milestones.
• Experimental design, assay execution, troubleshooting, and data analysis for studies that involve technologies at the convergence of biology and engineering. 
• Document, present, and provide written reports of results.
• Lead teams of engineers in development of new devices and technologies.
• Assist with development of internal capabilities by providing technical expertise.
• Generate project concepts and contribute to proposal development for a range of sponsors.
• The position will involve hands-on laboratory work, but may also include coordination and supervision of lab staff and resources.

Qualifications

Education

• PhD or MS with 2 or more years of experience in Biomedical, Chemical, Mechanical or related Engineering disciplines

Experience

• Expertise in microfabrication techniques and technologies, including experience in microfluidic device design, fabrication and testing is required. Experience with organ-on-chip and tissue engineering applications is preferred.
• Knowledge of planning and execution of molecular and cellular assays, such as qPCR and flow cytometry, is strongly preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are required.

The willingness and ability to acquire and maintain a US government security clearance is required. The primary requirement for this is US Citizenship.