Lead Microfluidics Engineer, Organ-on-Chip Innovator

Draper; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

Draper in Cambridge seeks a Principal Microfluidics Engineer to advance microphysiological systems and organ-on-chip technologies. You will apply deep biology and engineering knowledge to innovate devices, lead cross-disciplinary projects, and mentor engineers in a collaborative R&D setting.

The role emphasizes hands-on microfabrication, data analysis, and technical leadership. A PhD or MS with relevant experience is preferred; onsite in Cambridge, MA with potential security clearance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• 5-7 years of bioengineering or related engineering experience.
• Design, model, fabricate, and characterize microfluidic devices for tissue engineering.
• Lead teams of engineers in development of new devices and technologies.
• Knowledge of microfabrication techniques and organ-on-chip applications preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Design, model, fabricate, and test microfluidic devices for cell and tissue engineering applications.
• Develop and execute laboratory research plans supporting project goals and milestones.
• Experimental design, assay execution, troubleshooting, and data analysis for biology–engineering studies.
• Document, present, and provide written reports of results.
• Lead teams of engineers in development of new devices and technologies.
• Coordinate and supervise lab staff and resources; contribute to sponsor proposals.

Skills

Biology fundamentals

Engineering fundamentals

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Time management

Mentorship

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Bioengineering or related

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Microfabrication

Organ-on-chip

qPCR

Flow cytometry

Job description

Draper in Cambridge seeks a Principal Microfluidics Engineer to advance microphysiological systems and organ-on-chip technologies. You will apply deep biology and engineering knowledge to innovate devices, lead cross-disciplinary projects, and mentor engineers in a collaborative R&D setting.

The role emphasizes hands-on microfabrication, data analysis, and technical leadership. A PhD or MS with relevant experience is preferred; onsite in Cambridge, MA with potential security clearance