Preclinical Bioengineering Lead, CellFX Platform

Pulse Biosciences, Inc.; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Pulse Biosciences, Inc. in Hayward, CA seeks a Sr. Bioengineer of Preclinical Development to execute complex preclinical studies, develop models, and support CellFX platform efforts.

You will mentor staff, collaborate with Clinical, Regulatory, and Engineering teams, troubleshoot issues, and contribute to data-driven design decisions.

Required: Bachelor’s with 5+ years or Master’s with 3+ years in bioengineering or related field; travel up to 25%; onsite in the Bay Area.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with 5+ years of experience or Master’s Degree 3+ years in Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering, Biology, or related field.
• Strong understanding of anatomy, imaging, surgical workflows, tissue processing, and histology.
• Experience with energy-based delivery systems is preferred.
• Experience supporting preclinical or translational research required.
• Startup experience preferred.
• Proficient knowledge and skill in Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and experimental design skills.
• Strong communication skills, including technical writing and data presentation.
• Ability to independently execute complex preclinical studies.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.
• Ability to lift 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of preclinical studies, including protocol development, experimental design input, data collection, and report authorship.
• Develop and refine benchtop, ex vivo, and in vivo models to support engineering and scientific objectives.
• Troubleshoot technical issues related to devices, instrumentation, and experimental workflows.
• Analyze engineering and biological data to generate insights that inform product development.
• Support design engineers with device testing, verification activities, and treatment parameter optimization.
• Maintain and improve histology and tissue-processing workflows; ensure data integrity and traceability.
• Mentor Associate and Engineer-level staff in laboratory techniques, data analysis, and documentation.
• Collaborate with Clinical, Regulatory, and Engineering teams to support evidence generation for regulatory submissions and clinical programs.
• Prepare technical presentations and documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage vendor relationships related to histology, imaging, and preclinical services.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to team development.

Skills

Experimental design

Data analysis

Scientific writing

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Bioengineering or related field

Master’s degree in Bioengineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Pulse Biosciences, Inc. in Hayward, CA seeks a Sr. Bioengineer of Preclinical Development to execute complex preclinical studies, develop models, and support CellFX platform efforts.

You will mentor staff, collaborate with Clinical, Regulatory, and Engineering teams, troubleshoot issues, and contribute to data-driven design decisions.

Required: Bachelor’s with 5+ years or Master’s with 3+ years in bioengineering or related field; travel up to 25%; onsite in the Bay Area.