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Microfluidics / Microfabrication Engineer

Tasks

We are seeking a microfluidics / microfabrication engineer to:

• Lead the design, fabrication and testing of microfluidic components required by the different verticals.
• Design quality control procedures for biochips and other microfluidics components
• Work closely with strategic partners to establish manufacturing plans and QC procedures.
• Interact with other researchers, and design tools and experimental procedures to assist them.

Qualifications and skills

• M.Sc. or PhD in micro- or nano-fabrication, microfluidics, optofluidics or closely related discipline demonstrating a strong theoretical understanding of the underlying physics.
• Solid knowledge of QCAD, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, OnShape or other CAD frameworks.
• Proficiency in Matlab, COMSOL, or other microfluidics simulation packages.
• Mastery of microfabrication techniques, including photolithography, soft lithography,etc…
• Working knowledge of associated tools and instruments, including microscopes,pressure controllers, actuators, etc…
• Proficient in a programming language practical for data processing and analysis,such as python or MATLAB and for automation, such as Labview.
• Hands-on experience with biological samples, proteins, cells, etc… is a strong plus.
• Experience with optics, electronics and prototyping instruments around microfluidics,especially in the industry, is a strong plus.
• You are an effective team player with excellent oral communication skills to both scientific and non-scientific audiences. You are an excellent experimentalist with a demonstrated track-record of productivity.
• You can quickly trouble-shoot technical difficulties, maintain excellent scientific records, and clearly communicate your results to a non-scientific audience.
• You are keen to lead and mentor junior engineers with a clear focus and direction.

Offer

Our offer includes:

• a salary range of $150k – $170k per year depending on qualification and degree of match with opportunities for very rapid advancement.
• additional performance bonuses and stock options awarded.
• comprehensive health benefits, catered meals served on site.
• paid time off, choice between several vacation policy.

Earliest start date is immediately.

Application Process

Please send us:

• a cover letter about what motivates you – no more than half a page.
• a short description of the professional accomplishments you are most proud of and how you have approached technical challenges in the past.
• a complete CV including a detailed publication list and your PhD thesis if applicable.
• three references and their contact information. Please include one from your most recent job – if you can not provide it please explain why.
• Optional – a detailed statement on your ideal work environment.

Additional Requirements

• To conform to ITAR regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
• Equal Opportunity Employer; We hire for individual competence, retain on results, advance for excellence – no exceptions.

Send directly to cv@koniku.com

Note: Please do not expect a response for every job application, while we try our best to respond to every application or inquiry, ultimately we are unable to give detailed feedback to every application. We deeply appreciate your understanding.

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