Microfluidic Chip Research Associate Job Opportunity Mycometrix Inc Microfluidic Chip Research Associate Mycometrix is developing revolutionary tools for molecular biology based on the analysis and manipulation of individual molecules. Mycometrix's technology platform, developed initially at Caltech, is based on multilayer soft lithography, a new microfabrication technique that allows the creation of 3D active microfluidics from elastomeric materials. Microfluidics, optical, mechanical, electrical, and software engineering are used in conjunction with molecular biology and biochemistry to create high-value tools in the biotechnology sector. Applications for Mycometrix technology range from basic academic research, pharmaceutical and biotechnology product development, to industrial, agricultural, and human diagnostics. The company possesses a young entrepreneurial spirit, similar to those found in the internet world, but with positions more suited to biotechnology and MEMS engineering skill sets.
Strong emphasis is placed on rapidly reducing ideas to practice.
A BS in Engineering, Physics, or Chemistry is required. Strong experimental skills, the ability to work in a multidisciplinary team and a results-oriented attitude are essential. A minimum of one year of experience in device fabrication, microfluidics, polymer chemistry, or MEMS work is required. Practical experience with lithography equipment, polymer processing, or mechanical properties testing is an excellent addition. Experience with biotechnology, combinatorial chemistry, drug delivery, or high-throughput screening is also helpful.