Neurochip mechanical test internship

Imec India Private Limited; Vlaams-Brabant; Sur place; EUR 6 700 - 13 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Imec India Private Limited is seeking a motivated intern to assist with the mechanical characterization of neural probes and reporting. The role involves analyzing mechanical test data and preparing summary reports, contributing to the Neuropixels probe development and data-driven insights.

The candidate should have a bachelor’s or master’s degree in science or engineering, be fluent in English, and be comfortable handling fragile probes and working with chemicals in a laboratory setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in science or engineering fields
• Experience or familiarity with mechanical characterization is a plus
• Fluency in English (verbal and written) and ability to handle delicate probes

Responsabilités

• Mechanical validation of neural probes and related testing.
• Force measurements for in-vitro implantation testing.
• Data handling and analysis using Python and MATLAB.
• Safely handling and storing fragile neural probes.
• Encapsulating PCBs in an epoxy mold.
• Summarizing data in a structured report.

Connaissances

Python

MATLAB

Data analysis

Mechanical testing

Documentation reporting

Attention to detail

English fluency

Formation

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering/Science

Outils

MATLAB

Python

Excel

Description du poste

Master internship, Bachelor internship - Leuven | More than two weeks ago

Imec is seeking an internship student to help us with the mechanical characterization of neural probes and reporting (analyzing the mechanical test data and creating a summary report).

Imec leverages its expertise in the extreme miniaturization of electronic circuits to be one of the key drivers behind the next generation of neural probes: small brain implants that contain electrodes for recording the electrical signals from neurons. These Neuropixels probes are widely considered to be the ‘gold standard’ in neuroscience. Designed with advanced silicon chip technology, they offer thousands of electrodes for precise neuron interaction, promoting profound insights into brain functionality. These probes are commercially available and are being distributed to more than a thousand neuroscience labs all over the world.

• Mechanical validation of different modalities simulating chip-brain interactions.
• Force measurements for in‑vitro implantation testing.
• Data handling and analysis using python/matlab.
• Safely handling and storing fragile neural probes.
• Encapsulating PCBs in an epoxy mold
• Summarizing data in a structured report.

Who you are

• You have a bachelor’s or master’s degree in science or engineering fields
• You have fine handling skills to handle fragile probes
• You have a very punctual and organized mindset and don’t mind repetitive work
• You are fluent in English (verbal and written)
• Familiarity with material testing, electronics and sensors, some hands‑on experience preferred
• Comfortable working with chemicals and experience working in a chemical or bio‑lab
• Good analytical skills, can work with data in Python / Excel and automate data analysis

Type of internship: Master internship, Bachelor internship

Duration: 6 months

Required educational background: Electromechanical engineering, Bioscience Engineering, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

Supervising scientist(s): For further information or for application, please contact Paresh Limaye ([e-mail] )

The reference code for this position is 2026-INT-161. Mention this reference code in your application.

Imec allowance will be provided.

Applications should include the following information:

• resume
• motivation
• current study

Incomplete applications will not be considered.