Bioengineering Co-op

BioTalent Canada; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biotechnology company seeks a Bioengineering Co-op to join their CMC team in Vancouver. In this role, you will assist in developing innovative 3D bioprinted tissues for drug testing and therapeutic applications, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. This is an extraordinary opportunity to contribute to life-changing medical technologies while enhancing your knowledge in a competitive environment.

Benefits

Equity and benefits package

Support for continuous learning

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a relevant program (biomedical engineering, cell biology).
• Good physics or mechanical engineering experience.
• Understanding of cell biology techniques.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate bioprinting processes for therapeutic applications.
• Perform mechanical and stability tests on bioprinted tissue implants.
• Document experiments and report findings to stakeholders.

Skills

Wet lab work

3D printing

Documentation/report writing

Cell culture

Problem-solving

Communication

Attention to detail

Result-driven

Education

Student in biomedical engineering, cell biology or similar

Job description

As a Bioengineering Co-op, you will be part of a multidisciplinary CMC team focused on development of 3D human tissues for in vitro drug testing or as life-changing, cell-based implantable tissue therapeutics. In this role, you will provide support for the design, manufacturing, and testing of 3D human tissues for pre-clinical use or as therapeutic devices by using and adapting Aspect’s microfluidic bioprinting technology. This is an exciting opportunity for you to work closely with a team of engineers, cell biologists, and biomaterials experts, to develop bioprinted tissues that could transform the way we develop medicines and treat disease.

Responsibilities

• Help develop, characterize, and validate bioprinting processes and tissue devices for therapeutic applications.
• Test new microfluidics printheads and printer accessories to enable processing of new biomaterials.
• Prepare and process cells and biomaterials for bioprinting tissue development studies.
• Perform morphometric, mechanical, and stability tests to characterize new bioprinted tissue implants.
• Perform in vitro assays to characterize bioprinted tissue health and function, including ML training, cell viability staining, and ELISA techniques.
• Create experimental reports and present experiments to key stakeholders.
• Rigorously document all work, following documentation standards.
• Become an expert user of Aspect’s microfluidic bioprinting technology.

Qualifications

• Education: Student enrolled in biomedical engineering, cell biology or similar program.
• Development Experience: You have good physics or mechanical engineering experience with an interest in microfluidics and 3D printing. You are familiar with cell biology techniques and principles.
• Technical Skill Set: Wet lab work, 3D printing, documentation/report writing, cell culture.
• Problem Solver: Demonstrated ability to identify innovative working solutions to problems with challenging constraints.
• Effective Communicator: You have superior written and verbal communication skills. You are an active listener who can communicate to different audiences in diverse situations.
• Detail oriented: You have outstanding attention to detail, and experimental and process rigor. You take pride in your work and strive for excellence in the work you do.
• Go-Getter: You work with a sense of urgency, are results-driven, and thrive in a fast-paced, interdisciplinary, and entrepreneurial environment. You are willing to roll up your sleeves and do what it takes to get the job done.

The hiring range for this role is $3750-$4000, monthly. Our ranges are based on market data. Offered salaries will be based on a combination of factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skills, education, and experience. For candidates who exceed role requirements, we are open to exploring above-range offers. Note that base salary is just one part of the overall compensation at Aspect. Members of the Aspect team also receive equity, a comprehensive benefits package, and support for continuous learning and career progression.

Who We Are

Aspect Biosystems is a Canadian biotechnology company creating bioprinted tissue therapeutics to transform how we treat disease. Our bold team of innovators and entrepreneurs have joined us from all over the globe to create a new class of regenerative medicine and work towards a future where our bioprinted tissues are used to save lives and make people healthier. We are endlessly curious and wildly passionate about what we do. Every person on our team is a key contributor to our success and is eager to roll up their sleeves to make a difference in the ever-changing world of biotech. If you are committed to making a real impact and accelerating the development of life-changing therapies, we want to hear from you!

Curious about our current perks and benefits? Learn more here.

At Aspect Biosystems, our strength has always been in our diversity. Different people, thinking differently, unified in creating a world that is better for us all. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone on our team. All aspects of employment — including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or terminate — are based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, provincial, or local law.

If you’re interested in joining our team but don’t see a job posting that matches your experience or background, we encourage you to submit a general application to be considered for future opportunities