We are recruiting for an early-stage start-up based in Oxford who have recently secured their Seed funding.
They are building a platform that leverages extensive Oxford University research to bring a disruptive technology allowing culture-free microbiology diagnostics in hours.
The technology can identify bacteria and fungi from clinical samples and rapidly produce their antimicrobial profile in under 3 hours, compared to the current standard of 3 days.
The success of this technology will ensure a revolution in the microbiology diagnostic space and set the standard for tomorrow.
This is a rare opportunity to join as one of the first few employees on a mission to win against superbugs, we need the best and brightest to join us and enable this ambitious vision.
As an experienced Microfluidics Engineer, you will be working with team in Oxford.
You will get to experience building the company with the founders' team.
Experience: Experienced in hands-on microfluidic systems development and validation -> Mechanical characterization (fluid dynamics, structural integrity)
-> Biological characterization (cell viability, purification efficacy)
In-depth knowledge of various fabrication techniques (e.g., soft lithography, rapid prototyping).
Experience in scaling from low volume prototyping to high volume manufacturing -> Demonstrated ability to transition microfluidic devices from prototype stages to scalable manufacturing processes.
-> Understanding of manufacturing challenges and quality control measures necessary for high-volume production.
Design of experiments (DoE), with proficiencies in: -> Experimental planning
-> Understanding and deriving insights from complex data
-> Process and design optimization
Expertise in modifying surface chemistry to manipulate cell or bacteria capture efficiency.
Proven track record in cell purification and single-cell handling.
Strategic advisory skills with a focus on innovation and problem-solving We want to be upfront about the culture we are building here.
We are not a family; we are a sports team.
Those who join us are united by the common goal of transforming microbiology diagnostics from a culture-standard (today) to a culture-free standard (tomorrow).
There is an absolute strive for excellence and urgency.
On average, every day we don't reach a culture-free era, 4000 people die.
We want to change that.