Biomaterials Scientist

Sava
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Company Information
All the health information we need is within us. Just below the skin. SAVA is redefining the way people interact with their health by developing the most advanced biosensing technology science has to offer, capable of accessing bodily information in a painless, real-time and affordable way.

Description
We are looking for a Senior/Scientist to join the Biomaterials Team, within the Biosensing and In Vivo Performance Department. The selection and optimisation of the materials used in our sensors is of utmost importance for device performance and longevityin vivo. The ideal candidate will bring experience in materials characterisation, and an in-depth understanding of how various properties will impact the material-tissue interface, and so the function of the biosensor as a whole.

Responsibilities

  • Work within the Biomaterials Team to develop and characterise the materials being utilised in all aspects of a minimally invasive biosensor platform.
  • Collaborate with the Chemistry, Process, and Manufacturing teams to implement material changes for optimisation of sensor performance, longevity and safety.
  • Develop new protocols to further the understanding of various aspects of sensor composition and performance.
  • Utilise analytical techniques to understand how material characteristics impact sensor manufacturing and device function.
  • Coordinate testing to determine the biocompatibility of novel candidate materials.
  • Generate, analyse and report data to the team and wider company, verbally and in writing.
  • Maintain detailed, up to date records of experiments and data analysis.
  • Research and source new equipment to support critical research areas.
  • Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to coordinate projects, managing deadlines and requirements in parallel to advance device development.

Past Experience

Essential:Masters degree plus > 2 years lab experience post-graduation in a relevant discipline (e.g., materials science, bioengineering, tissue engineering), working with materials development and characterisation.

Preferred:PhD in a relevant discipline (e.g., materials science, bioengineering, tissue engineering), working with materials development and characterisation. Industry experience post-PhD would be beneficial.

Requirements

  • Multidisciplinary background is advantageous, given the requirements of this role. The candidate will be expected to work across departments, interacting with scientists, engineers, Operations, external suppliers and regulatory bodies.
  • Comfortable being hands on in the lab, and can demonstrate a degree of independence and ownership of work.
  • Adaptability - this role requires the ability to learn new skills and techniques quickly, and to deal with the fast pace of a startup environment.
  • Materials characterisation and/or biomaterials experience, which may include: mechanical characterisation, rheology, material hydration studies, hydrogel processing and characterisation, analyte diffusivity, cell or tissue culture, cell/material interfacing, bioactive materials, enzyme stability and activity, protein conjugation and characterisation, colorimetric or fluorescence-based assays, microscopy, SEM/EDX.
  • Experimental design - organisational skills and attention to detail.
  • Presentation and communication of data to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Preferred

  • Experience with biological systems preferred (but not essential, as long as proficiency with the different techniques required can be demonstrated).
  • Experience with and knowledge of biosensors or medical devices with skin/surface interaction.
  • Experience with ISO 10993 or other appropriate regulatory standards and biocompatibility testing methods.
  • Experience with data analysis and visualisation software (e.g., python, R, MATLAB).

Sava Technologies Ltd is an equal opportunity employer. We consider candidates regardless of age, ancestry, colour, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, or military or veteran status.

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