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Nova Biomedical: One Global Brand. One Vision. Together under one name.

Advanced Instruments and Nova Biomedical are now united under one brand, Nova Biomedical, marking a major milestone in our journey to deliver greater value to our customers. By combining our strengths, we're accelerating innovation, supporting critical workflows, and delivering world-class service across the biopharmaceutical and clinical markets.

About the company

At Nova Biomedical, we’re not just building instruments, we’re powering breakthroughs that improve lives. Our smart, science-driven solutions are trusted in over 100 countries to speed drug development and enhance patient care.

Our integration brings together more than 70 years of scientific excellence with Nova’s cutting-edge innovation, forming a powerhouse of precision, purpose, and possibility. With FDA-registered, ISO-certified manufacturing, more than 125 FDA approvals, and industry-trusted diagnostics, we’re setting new standards in quality and reliability. Nova Biomedical is proud to be a global leader in osmolality testing and biotechnology and in vitro diagnostic (IVD) instrumentation, dedicated to advancing patient care and scientific discovery with a legacy that continues to shape the future of life sciences.

With headquarters in Norwood and Waltham, Massachusetts, and a global team of nearly 2,000 employees, we’re building a collaborative, empowered culture grounded in shared values: Customer Centricity, Ingenuity, Ownership & Accountability, Collaboration, and Integrity.

Working at Nova Biomedical means joining a mission-driven organization where your contributions matter. Whether you're in engineering, science, manufacturing, or support, you’ll be part of a team that values innovation, invests in your growth, and is committed to making a real-world impact on global health.

Explore what’s next with us at novabiomedical.com or aicompanies.com

About the role

The Associate Systems Engineer supports laboratory testing, troubleshooting, and data collection activities for current and prototype laboratory instrumentation within the Engineering (AI) group. This entry-level role focuses on hands-on execution of test procedures, basic data entry and analysis, and documentation under the guidance of senior engineers. The position provides exposure to regulated product development, prototype evaluation, and reliability improvement activities while building foundational engineering skills.

If you’re passionate about systems engineering and want to be part of a team that is shaping the future of life sciences, we’d love to hear from you, apply today!

What you’ll do

• Execute hands-on laboratory testing on current production systems and prototype systems under guidance, including setup, instrumentation, and operation.
• Follow established test protocols to perform verification, performance, thermal, fluidic, and reliability tests.
• Collect, log, and organize test data accurately and consistently.
• Perform basic data entry, plotting, and summary analysis using standard tools (e.g., Excel, Minitab) with support from senior engineers.
• Assist with troubleshooting test setups, test failures, or system anomalies and clearly communicate observations.
• Support preparation of test documentation, including data tables, figures, and draft test summaries.
• Maintain organized test records and documentation in accordance with regulated product development requirements.
• Collaborate with engineers and technicians in a team-based laboratory environment.

What we are looking for in you

• BS in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field is required.
• Interest in hands-on laboratory testing, troubleshooting, and experimental work.
• Familiarity with basic data analysis and documentation using tools such as Excel or similar.
• Comfort working with mechanical assemblies, laboratory instruments, and test fixtures.
• Ability to follow defined procedures and document results accurately.
• Exposure to regulated product development or medical device environments is a plus but not required.

Physical Requirements for this role include:

• Ability to remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods in a laboratory or office setting.
• Manual dexterity to handle laboratory instruments, small components, or computer equipment.
• Ability to lift/carry up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to wear PPE (gloves, lab coat, safety glasses, masks etc.) as required
• Work Environment: Exposure to chemicals/biological materials and medical devices in a laboratory setting under controlled safety protocols

Why work for Nova Biomedical

• Flexible Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
• Competitive 401k company match
• Bonus Program, Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Generous Tuition reimbursement
• Hybrid and flexible work arrangements
• Professional development, engagement and events
• Company marketplace for lunch and snacks in our Norwood, MA, Billerica, MA and Westbrook, ME offices
• Company subsidized cafeteria in our Waltham, MA office

Work Location: Hybrid work schedule on-site in Norwood, MA with minimum 4 days/week on-site, 1 day/week WFH.

Targeted Salary Range: $65,000 - $75,000/year

Nova Biomedical believes in transparency and integrity throughout all we do, including compensation. The provided salary range for this role represents the expected base salary or hourly rate for this opening. Actual compensation will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and may vary based on individual factors such as location, skills, and education.

EEO Statement:

Nova Biomedical takes pride in being an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse and inclusive workforce. As a part of our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, Nova Biomedical will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.

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