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Location : Quartier Latin, Paris, France
Minos Biosciences
Spin-off from ESPCI, Minos Biosciences is developing a unique spatially-resolved, multi-modal, single-cell analysis system for fundamental, applied and clinical research and diagnostic. The Minos system combines state-of-the-art microfluidics, molecular biology, image analysis and bioinformatics.
Microfluidics Engineer
We are seeking a talented researcher/engineer specialized in microfluidics and in
microfabrication to join our team. We are currently developing a hybrid microfluidic chip at the crossroads of molecular biology and chemistry to analyse single cells. To be successful in this role, individual must have a good knowledge of microfluidics, have a strong sense of innovation and work efficiently within a pluridisciplinary team.
Essential Duties
• Engineer hybrid chips based on knowledge in microfluidics and microfabrication
• Design experiments to systematically test, troubleshoot and improve the system
• Communicate results and collaborate in a multidisciplinary team
• Design and develop new tools to implement the system
Qualifications
• MS/PhD in mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, biomedical engineering, or a related field, with an emphasis on microfluidics and microfabrication
• Experience with glass and polymer-based microfabrication and chemical
micropatterning
• Experience with microscopy, fluorescence imaging, high-speed imaging, microfluidic single-cell analyses and particle manipulation
• Good capabilities to bridge the interface between micro- and macro-fluidic components (e.g., automated fluidic delivery systems, chip-instrument connections)
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills to collaborate effectively in a team environment and present and explain technical information
• Skills in programming, simulation and data analysis
• Organizational skills required to achieve demanding multitask objectives
• Flexibility, autonomy, the ability to work in a highly multidisciplinary team and good interpersonal skills are essential.
Starting date : April 2020
Duration : CDI
Salary : according to professional experience