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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Duties/Responsibilities
* Drive solutions to complex problems with limited direction.
* Contribute to the development of innovative bioengineering solutions, propose ways forward, and adapt appropriately to changes in requirements.
* Able to provide insight and suggest design modifications based on analysis outcomes.
* Actively mentor less experienced bioengineers and provide thoughtful, constructive feedback.
* Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills/Abilities
* Strong foundation in biology and/or engineering principles.
* Team player, dedicated, collaborative, observant, and motivated.
* Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and verbal and written communication skills.
* Creative problem-solving skills and a passion for innovation.
* Excellent time management skills with the proven ability to meet deadlines and prioritize tasks.
* Enthusiasm for learning and participating in mentorship/mentoring.
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications.

Education
A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Cell Biology, Immunology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Physics or related fields is required, a PhD is preferred.

Experience
Requires 5-7 years of Bioengineering or related engineering experience.

Additional Job Description:

Additional duties/responsibilities

• Design, model, fabricate, and characterize microfluidic devices for cell biology, bioprocessing, synthetic biology, 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.
• Collect, analyze, organize, and effectively present data to internal management, external customers, and/or for publication.
• Lead teams of engineers in development of new devices and technologies.
• Assist with development of internal capabilities by providing technical expertise.
• Support business development efforts through ideation, proposal writing, and customer outreach as needed.
• Complete all necessary training, adhere to all laboratory, institutional, and government regulations, and contribute to an environment of safety and compliance.
• The position will require significant time spent on hands-on laboratory work, but will also include coordination and supervision of lab staff and resources.

Preferred qualifications

• Expertise in microfabrication techniques and technologies, including experience in microfluidic device design, fabrication and testing is required.
• Knowledge of planning and execution of tissue culture, molecular and cellular assays, such as qPCR and flow cytometry, and/or biochemistry is highly desirable.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are required.

Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a US government security clearance.

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