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Post Doctoral Research Fellow

Boise, ID · On-site

$46K - $63K/yr

Karthik Srinivasan in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. The Postdoctoral Research Fellow will lead the development and characterization of multiplexed electrochemical biosensors ...

Experience with biosensors, computer programming, or other relevant technology * Computer programming (R, Python, Matlab) * Virtual reality hardware and software (Varjo, HTC, Unity) * Fluency in ...

Experience with biosensors, computer programming, or other relevant technology * Computer programming (R, Python, Matlab) * Virtual reality hardware and software (Varjo, HTC, Unity) * Fluency in ...

Research Manager

Burlingame, CA · On-site

$219K - $301K/yr

We are a multi-disciplinary group of researchers and engineers who work closely with partner ... space (e.g. biosensors or novel input devices such as electrocardiography (EKG/ECG ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Biosensors Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Biosensors Engineer, you need a solid background in biomedical engineering, chemistry, or electrical engineering, often supported by a relevant degree or advanced studies. Familiarity with microfabrication techniques, signal processing software, and laboratory instrumentation is typically required, along with certifications in laboratory safety or quality standards. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and effective teamwork are essential soft skills in this role. These skills are crucial for developing innovative, accurate biosensor technologies that meet stringent regulatory and performance standards.

What are biosensors engineers?

Biosensors engineers are professionals who design, develop, and improve devices that detect biological information and convert it into measurable signals. These devices, known as biosensors, are widely used in medical diagnostics, environmental monitoring, food safety, and biotechnology. Biosensors engineers work at the intersection of biology, chemistry, electronics, and materials science to create sensitive, reliable, and efficient sensors. Their work often involves research, prototyping, testing, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to bring innovative biosensing technologies to market.

What is the difference between Biosensors Engineer vs Medical Device Engineer?

AspectBiosensors EngineerMedical Device Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Biomedical, Electrical, or Chemical EngineeringBachelor's or Master's in Biomedical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, biotech companies, startupsMedical device manufacturing, hospitals, regulatory agencies
Industry UsageDeveloping biosensing technologies for diagnosticsDesigning and testing medical devices for patient care

While both roles require engineering degrees and focus on healthcare technology, Biosensors Engineers specialize in creating biosensing devices and sensors, whereas Medical Device Engineers work on a broader range of medical equipment. Both roles often collaborate and share similar credentials, but their specific focus and work environments differ.

What are the main challenges Biosensors Engineers face when integrating new sensor technologies into existing medical devices?

Biosensors Engineers often encounter challenges when adapting innovative sensor technologies to established medical devices, such as ensuring compatibility with existing hardware and software, meeting strict regulatory and safety standards, and maintaining reliable performance in diverse clinical environments. Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams—including clinicians, software developers, and regulatory specialists—is essential to address issues like biocompatibility, signal interference, and data accuracy. Staying updated on industry standards and maintaining thorough documentation throughout the development process are also key factors for successful integration.
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Senior Staff Mechanical Engineer - Characterization Lead

Senior Staff Mechanical Engineer - Characterization Lead

Dexcom

San Diego, CA • On-site

$110K - $146K/yr

Full-time

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Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

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Job description

The Company

Dexcom Corporation (NASDAQ DXCM) is a pioneer and global leader in continuous glucose monitoring (CGM). Dexcom began as a small company with a big dream: To forever change how diabetes is managed. To unlock information and insights that drive better health outcomes. Here we are 25 years later, having pioneered an industry. And we're just getting started. We are broadening our vision beyond diabetes to empower people to take control of health. That means personalized, actionable insights aimed at solving important health challenges. To continue what we've started: Improving human health.

We are driven by thousands of ambitious, passionate people worldwide who are willing to fight like warriors to earn the trust of our customers by listening, serving with integrity, thinking big, and being dependable. We've already changed millions of lives and we're ready to change millions more. Our future ambition is to become a leading consumer health technology company while continuing to develop solutions for serious health conditions. We'll get there by constantly reinventing unique biosensing-technology experiences. Though we've come a long way from our small company days, our dreams are bigger than ever. The opportunity to improve health on a global scale stands before us.

Meet the team:

The R&D Mechanical Engineering Team is responsible for the feasibility and development of next-generation products at Dexcom. As part of that role, we design and develop multidisciplinary test systems and characterize product performance across material, component, subsystem and system level attributes. We pride ourselves on delivering the highest quality and most reliable products for our customers.

We're seeking a Senior Staff Mechanical Engineer with subject matter expertise across mechanics, materials, and electronic devices to architect and lead our test metrology portfolio for next generation hardware platforms. Positioned within the Mechanical Engineering team, this is a high visibility, high impact role in achieving Dexcom's product performance and reliability goals through delivering functional excellence in the research, development, and characterization of enabling technologies/designs & their integration to a product ecosystem.

Where you come in:

  • As a Sr. Staff Mechanical Engineer within the Mechanical Engineering Characterization Team, you will be responsible for development test strategy, metrology tools, execution of performance testing, data analysis and system integration characterization for mechanical engineering.

  • You will architect and drive execution of our test metrology portfolio and roadmap.

  • You will lead the team in developing world class metrology tools for product characterization of critical performance attributes, mentoring and coaching junior engineering team members to deliver test excellence.

  • You will be accountable as a technical test lead for next generation platforms, organizing and driving characterization plans and strategies that align with Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) principles.

  • You will manage communication with cross-functional stakeholders and leadership, reporting out regularly on progress.

  • You will facilitate test method transfer to downstream product development partners, the specifics depending on the need (e.g. Operations in-line measurement, V&V offline validated method, supplier measurement)

  • You will lead and own technical problem solving for mechanical systems, using a structured problem solving methodology and root cause analysis.

What makes you successful:

  • You have extensive test development (fixture design, programming, test procedure and protocol development, etc.) and characterization experience in the medical device industry, working in a high-volume market.

  • You have full lifecycle medical device product design development experience, from feasibility through V&V, design transfer and commercialization.

  • You bring depth of test development knowledge and system integration experience in a multidisciplinary product ecosystem (examples below)

  • Products requiring characterization and testing of multiphysics devices (E.g. electromechanical devices, wearables, biosensors, etc.).

  • Direct experience with testing and analyzing plastic components, including materials and polymer chemistry and experience in testing and analyzing plastic components.

  • You have a track record of leading teams to deliver technical excellence, meeting timelines for development, translating technology to design at scale, and executing projects as a technical leader with regular visibility to senior management.

  • You thrive in environments where there is ambiguity or uncertainty in product requirements and have a willingness to try and test new ideas, coupled with a track record of success in innovation in a fast-paced R&D environment.

  • You exercise judgment within defined procedures and policies to determine appropriate action.

  • You have excellent communication (written and verbal), collaboration, personal interaction and liaison skills.

  • For you, engineering excellence is a top priority, and you achieve that not only through your work but influence that in your team and collaboration with others as well.

What you'll get:

  • A front row seat to life changing CGM technology. Learn about our brave #dexcomwarriors community.

  • A full and comprehensive benefits program.

  • Growth opportunities on a global scale.

  • Access to career development through in-house learning programs and/or qualified tuition reimbursement.

  • An exciting and innovative, industry-leading organization committed to our employees, customers, and the communities we serve.

Travel Required:

  • 5-15%

Education and Experience:

  • Typically requires a Bachelor'sdegree in a technical discipline, anda minimum of 13+ years relatedexperience or a Master's degree and8+ years equivalent industryexperience or a PhD and 5+ years ofexperience.

Please note: The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The duties and responsibilities in this job description may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Dexcom's AAP may be viewed upon request by contacting Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@dexcom.com.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Dexcom Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@dexcom.com.

Meritain, an Aetna Company, creates and publishes the Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Dexcom. To link to the Machine-Readable Files, please click on the URL provided: https://health1.meritain.com/app/public/#/one/insurerCode=MERITAIN_I&brandCode=MERITAINOVER/machine-readable-transparency-in-coverage?reportingEntityType=TPA_19874&lock=true

To all Staffing and Recruiting Agencies: Our Careers Site is only for individuals seeking a job at Dexcom. Only authorized staffing and recruiting agencies may use this site or to submit profiles, applications or resumes on specific requisitions. Dexcom does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies. Please do not forward resumes to the Talent Acquisition team, Dexcom employees or any other company location. Dexcom is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/applications.

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$149,000.00 - $248,300.00

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