Optical Biosensor Development Engineer

Analog Devices, Inc.; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Analog Devices, Inc. in Cambridge is seeking an Optical Biosensor Development Engineer to lead the development of novel biosensor systems. The role involves characterizing optical biosensors, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and engaging with research institutions.

The ideal candidate holds a degree in engineering, possesses experience with optical systems, and demonstrates strong communication and collaboration skills. This position offers opportunities for innovation in the biomedical field.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree/masters/PhD in Electrical, Mechanical, Materials Science, Biomedical, Physics, or related engineering disciplines.
• Experience with optical biosensors and test rigs.
• Effective communication skills with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop a deep understanding of optical biomedical sensor chemistries.
• Build setups to enable characterization of optical biosensors.
• Lead the prototyping activities and translate to manufacturing.

Skills

Optical biosensors

Fluidic systems

Multiphysics modelling

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

## Optical Biosensor Development EngineerApplylocations: United Kingdom, Cambridgetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R263683**About Analog Devices**Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, AI, and software technologies into solutions that combat climate change, reliably connect humans and the world, and help drive advancements in automation and robotics, mobility, healthcare, energy and data centers. With revenue of more than $11 billion in FY25, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and X.**Optical Biosensor Development Engineer**Analog Devices (NASDAQ: ADI) designs and manufactures semiconductor products and solutions. We enable our customers to interpret the world around us by intelligently bridging the physical and digital worlds with unmatched technologies that sense, measure, and connect.The Digital Healthcare (DHC) business unit seeks a highly motivated Optical Biosensor Development Engineer to advance the development of novel biosensor systems. These biosensor systems leverage electrochemical and optical sensors, microfluidic components, measurement electronics, algorithms, and control software to perform highly accurate and reliable biomarker measurements for diagnostic and therapeutic applications.The successful candidate will be responsible for progressing the development of optical biosensor technology. The technology development will ultimately be integrated into ADI biosensor products.**Roles & Responsibilities*** Develop a deep understanding of optical biomedical sensor chemistries and measurement parameters* Build setups to enable characterisation of optical biosensors. The activity will require mechanical as well as optical developments.* Develop optical setups and signal chains for use in the characterisation.* Develop a deep understanding of optical biomedical sensor physics and measurement parameters.* The role is primarily lab based, working in the optical biosensor development team to bring new products to market.* Engage with research partners, academic institutions and vendor ecosystem to deliver rapid prototypes* Lead the prototyping activities and translation to manufacturing for the optical sensors.* The role is primarily lab based, working in the optical biosensor development team to bring new products to market.* Collaborate with system architects, sensor designers, characterisation, test and reliability engineers, manufacturing organisations and application development teams.* Engage in ideation of new products, projects and designs.**Qualifications:****Education:*** Bachelor’s degree/masters/PhD in Electrical, Mechanical, Materials Science, Biomedical, Physics, or related engineering disciplines, or a related field with industrial experience.**Experience (strongly advantageous but not all required)*** Experience with optical biosensors.* Experience developing or working with test rigs or instrumentation for fluidic systems.* Experience with multiphysics modelling to support design and developments* Experience developing diagnostic or life science products with fluid handling.* Domain knowledge and expertise in optical biosensors and human physiology.* History of increasing technical responsibilities.* Excellence in oral, written, presentation, collaboration, and inter-personal skills.* High levels of motivation and creativity, with an outgoing, positive attitude.* An inquisitive nature and willingness to tackle multiple disciplinary challenges.**Soft Skills:*** Effective communication skills with stakeholders across various levels.* Proven collaboration skills in cross functional settings.* Ability to navigate through ambiguity.#LI-CC1*For positions requiring access to technical data, Analog Devices, Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, applicants for this position – except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) – may have to go through an export licensing review process.**Analog Devices is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a culture where everyone has an opportunity to succeed regardless of their race, color, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, social or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, union membership, and political affiliation, or any other legally protected group.*Job Req Type: ExperiencedRequired Travel: Yes, 10% of the timeShift Type: 1st Shift/Days