Microfluidic designer for life science technologies

Microfluidic designer for life science technologies

Initial 6 month contract + extensions

Leuven, Belgium/Remote (2-3 days remote per week)

We are looking for a researcher with a strong technical background in the field of microfluidics, who has experience in microfluidic design and simulations for life sciences application. We are looking for a highly motivated and creative colleague to work on next-generation technologies for life science applications.

The assignment

• Design novel microfluidic devices for life sciences applications.
• Perform simulation, modelling and analytical evaluation of device performance using tools such as COMSOL, ANSYS, Matlab or other equivalent software packages.
• Evaluate device robustness and design fault-tolerant microfluidic systems.
• Manage time effectively according to project schedules.
• Work closely with an interdisciplinary team of engineers and biologists.

Required knowledge and skills

• You have a PhD degree in mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, applied physics or other equivalent discipline with strong experience in microfluidic device design for life science applications. This combined with +/- 3 years of experience in a similar role.
• Candidates with a Master's degree and relevant experience will also be considered. Industry experience is a plus.
• It is essential that you have strong reasoning skills and can analyze microfluidic systems using both analytical and numerical methods.
• You are very experienced with ANSYS, COMSOL, or other equivalent tools for numerical modelling.
• Skills in coding, eg using OpenFoam or other equivalent tools, is a plus.
• You are very familiar with microfluidics products and existing device solutions.
• You have experience working in a research or development environment with an interdisciplinary team.

Must haves

• Experienced in fluidics simulation
• Looking for someone with a background in mechanical engineering, not in the direction of bio-medical engineering