System Engineer

System Engineer ROCGJP

• Hourly pay: $35-$45/hr
• Worksite:
  Leading biotechnology company (Santa Clara, CA 95050 - Onsite)
• W2 Employment,
  Group Medical, Dental, Vision, Life,
  Retirement Savings Program,
  PSL
• 40 hours/week, 12 Month Assignment

A leading biotechnology company is seeking a System Engineer. The successful candidate will design and execute experiments on our sequencing platform and will help develop and analyze microfluidic device surfaces, interfaces, and processes.

• Accurately and consistently execute and record experimental methods, materials, and results.
• Become an expert on the operation of the High Throughput Sequencing Platform.
• Design, implement, and analyze sequencing results of various microfluidic device process changes and operating parameters.
• Debug instrumentation, device, and software issues to create a robust platform.

• 1-5 years of applicable industry experience.
• 2+ years of experience is preferred.
• B.S. in bioengineering, electrical or mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, statistics, or a related discipline with a background in molecular biology, biochemistry, or surface/materials science.
• Meticulous attention to detail and excellent written and electronic record-keeping skills.
• Excellent troubleshooting (experimental, instrument, device, software, reagents) and problem-solving skills, along with experimental design experience.
• Experience with statistical data analysis using JMP or Python is preferred.
• Python programming experience is preferred.
• A background in or experience with DNA manipulation techniques, sequencing methodologies, or other wet laboratory instrumentation is preferred.