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Research Technologist (Department of Mechanical Engineering)

Baltimore, MD, United States💼 Full-time💰 $16–$16🗓 2026-06-22 → 2026-07-30

Core

Perform hands-on laboratory tasks and complete nucleic acid and microbiological assays to develop microfluidic-based in vitro diagnostics for bloodstream infections.

Role type

Research Technologist (BioMEMS)

Builds

Microfluidic-based in vitro diagnostics for bloodstream infections

Domain

Biomedical engineering / Microfluidics / Clinical diagnostics

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

Nucleic acid assays, Microbiological assays, Laboratory equipment maintenance, Standard operating procedures, Biosafety practices, Data collection, Experimental preparation, Laboratory troubleshooting

Preferred skills

Microfluidic device design and fabrication, Microscopy-based characterization, Data analysis with MATLAB or Python, BSL-2 laboratory experience, Molecular diagnostics (PCR), Infectious diseases knowledge

Technologies

PCR, MATLAB, Python, Microscopy, Cleanroom microfabrication, Laser cutting, Thermoforming, 3D printing

Responsibilities

Perform clinical and research laboratory experiments following protocols, Run lab tests and complete measurements, Identify and resolve common problems in routine assays, Train users in standard equipment operation, Set-up experiments based on defined standards, Collect project data, Prepare, test, and maintain standard laboratory equipment, Develop and maintain laboratory standard operating procedures and biosafety practices, Design, execute, and troubleshoot laboratory experiments for assay development and validation

Seniority

Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC

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