About the Role

• Lead systems integration efforts of advanced next-generation diagnostic consumable and instrument
• Alongside assay development teams, characterize performance and impact of various modules on system-level performance and robustness
• Create and execute performance improvement plans based on module and system-level characterization work
• Innovate and optimize in the fields of microfluidics, heat transfer, optics, and sample preparation
• Drive robust test development and execution
• Collaborate with a cross-functional team to manage short and long term technical priorities
• Develop foundational requirements, specifications, and verification criteria

Preferred Technical Qualifications

• Expertise in advanced interdisciplinary systems such as optics, fluidics, and thermal management of biological samples
• Ability to develop and evaluate product requirements, verification plans, configuration management schemes, and more
• Knowledge of in-vitro diagnostics product development process
• Experience with techniques such as PCR, Next-Gen Sequencing, etc
• Broad exposure to industry functions ranging from design, manufacturing, and sustaining support
• Comfort working in biological laboratories with a basic knowledge of wet lab instrumentation & equipment
• Experience using commercial CAD packages (e.g., SolidWorks)

General Qualifications

• B.S. in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering or related technical discipline with at least 5 years of industry experience or M.S. with at least 3 years of industry experience
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, highly organized with demonstrated curiosity, scientific rigor and creative problem-solving
• Proactive self-starter with eagerness to adapt to a fast-paced, dynamic startup environment
• Passion for technology translation and willingness to shape Nanopath’s future