Associate Bioengineer
Visby Medical
Summary
The Associate Bioengineer will support the Engineering team in the development of a diagnostic device. This candidate will perform modular and system level testing with members of the Research and Development team. Candidate will be responsible for developing and executing test protocols to ensure designs meet their specifications and function as intended.
Job description
About the Job
The Associate Bioengineer will support the Engineering team in the development of a diagnostic device. This candidate will perform modular and system level testing with members of the Research and Development team. Candidate will be responsible for developing and executing test protocols to ensure designs meet their specifications and function as intended.
How You'll Make an Impact (Responsibilities)
- Verification and Validation testing, writing test protocols and generating Test Reports.
- Perform sub-system and component level characterization and functional testing.
- Perform biological and engineering experiments.
- Debug complex and interdependent biological and electromechanical subsystems.
- Generate Engineering Change Orders
- Other duties as assigned.
On Your First Day We'd Like You to Have (Requirements & Education)
- Bachelors of Science Degree in Bioengineering, Biology, or related discipline.
- 0-2 years work experience in industry.
It's Great If You Have
- Strong hands-on experience troubleshooting electromechanical systems.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Strong data analysis abilities.
Unique Aspects of This Job
- Travel: No travel
- Schedule: Monday through Friday, standard working hours
- Physical aspects: Comfortable performing repetitive tasks and/or motions. Must be able to lift a minimum of 10 lbs.
Requirements
- Bachelors of Science Degree in Bioengineering, Biology, or related discipline
- 0-2 years work experience in industry
- Strong hands-on experience troubleshooting electromechanical systems
- Strong organizational skills
- Strong data analysis abilities
Benefits
- $35 - $50 an hour
- 6-month contract with possibility of extension
- No travel
- Monday-Friday standard hours
Company overview
Visby Medical is a pioneering diagnostics company founded in 2012 that is revolutionizing infectious disease testing through its innovative PCR technology platform. The company specializes in developing instrument-free, single-use PCR tests that fit in the palm of your hand, delivering laboratory-quality results in under 30 minutes. Visby Medical's breakthrough technology enables both point-of-care clinical testing and direct-to-consumer at-home diagnostics, making accurate molecular testing accessible anywhere, anytime. The company's current product portfolio includes FDA-cleared tests for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and respiratory infections (COVID-19 and influenza), with the world's first FDA-authorized at-home PCR test for women's sexual health representing a significant market innovation. Visby's proprietary platform eliminates the need for expensive laboratory equipment and complex infrastructure, enabling rapid diagnosis and treatment in a single visit. The company has secured substantial funding, including a recent $55 million financing round, and maintains strategic partnerships with Google Cloud for digital infrastructure and major telehealth providers for integrated care delivery. With headquarters in San Jose, California, Visby Medical is positioned as a leader in the emerging at-home molecular diagnostics market, addressing critical healthcare gaps in infectious disease management through its portable, accurate, and user-friendly testing solutions.