Position Title: System Engineer I
Work Location: Santa Clara, CA 95050
Assignment Duration: 12 Months
Work Arrangement: Fully Onsite

Position Summary

The Organization is developing nanopore based sequencing dedicated to making clinical genetic testing easy and affordable.
We are developing a revolutionary single-molecule DNA sequencer that can improve lives through disease screening and cancer diagnosis.

Background & Context

The Organization is advancing next-generation, high-throughput single molecule sequencing platforms focused on clinical applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately and consistently execute and record experimental method, materials, and results.
• Become an expert on the operation of the High Throughput Sequencing Platform.
• Design, implement, and analyze sequencing results of various microfluidic device process changes and operating parameters.
• Investigate, troubleshoot, conduct failure analysis, and perform device development in a fast-paced environment.
• Debug instrumentation, device, and software issues to create a robust platform.
• Understand and apply statistical methods, design of experiments, and/or process control monitoring techniques.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Qualification & Experience

• 0–5 years applicable industry experience. Preferably 2+ years experience.
• B.S. in bioengineering, electrical or mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, statistics, or a related discipline with a background in molecular biology, biochemistry, or surface/materials science.
• Meticulous attention to detail and excellent written and electronic record keeping skills.
• Proficiency in writing technical reports and verbally communicating with other technical staff.
• Excellent troubleshooting (experimental, instrument, device, software, reagents) and problem solving skills, along with experimental design experience.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work well in a team.
• Prefer experience with statistical data analysis using JMP or Python.
• Prefer Python programming experience.
• Prefer understanding of or experience with DNA manipulation techniques, sequencing methodologies, or other wet laboratory instrumentation.

Additional Information

Interview process:

1. Phone call (30 mins)

2. In-person Santa Clara

Fully onsite position

 

 
 
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 26.90/hr.