R&D Project Engineer (3-years renewable contract) - #1101862

Position: R&D Project Engineer (Team leader)

Company Description

Denka Life Innovation Research Private Limited (DLIR) is established in Biopolis, Singapore, with the aim of securing the Denka Group’s first overseas R&D base specializing in the healthcare and life science field. DLIR’s location and setting are expected to help the company secure and nurture researchers capable of leading cutting-edge R&D projects that involve collaboration with institutions around the world. 

Job Description

We are seeking two skilled and experienced R&D project engineers to join our diagnostics R&D team in Biopolis, Singapore. The successful candidate will be working as a team leader of a device prototyping team or an App prototyping team. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams in both Singapore and Japan, understanding the target product profile for the intended use, conducting feasibility studies of novel technologies, and ensuring designs meet technical requirements.

Employment type

3 years (renewable contract)

Roles and Responsibilities:

·          Lead the new business development activities

·          Propose new research projects, constantly

·          Successful milestone management via clear goal setting.

·          Develop App-controlled automated small medical device, diagnostic platform with molecular or immunological tests

·          Design and fabricate microfluidics devices for digital detection assays at various stages, including proof-of-concept, prototype design, optimization, and validation.

·          Automated devices include systems for pneumatic & fluidic control, heater/cooler, optical sensors, microcontroller programming and GUI-controlled App.

·          Comply with all laboratory safety standards and guidelines

·          Ensure accurate and systematic documentation of laboratory work

·          Actively provide ongoing training to junior members of the cross-functional teams.

Key Requirements:

Must:

·          PhD/Masters in mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering, electrical engineering, software engineering and other related discipline.

·          Familiar with lab operation and lab safety matters

·          Self-driven, highly motivated, organized, and responsible individual

·          Team player with excellent communication skills

·          Working on-site with cross-functional teams

Must for Device team leader:

·          Proven expertise in additive manufacturing, including 3D printing, microfluidic systems, process optimization, CAD design (SolidWorks), PCB design, machining, and mechanical testing.

Must for App team leader:

·          Proven expertise in programming of GUI-controlled App for Android OS and iOS.

Highly Advantageous:

·          Experience with ISO 13485

·          Familiar with AI image processing or image processing pipelines.

Interested applicants should submit a full CV including a list of publications and contact details of two referees to DLIR Admin [email protected].

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.