BluSense Diagnostics is an innovative start up in the MedTech business! We work hard to become global leader within the Infectious disease point-of-care diagnostics. We combine complex scientific areas such as nanotechnology, molecular biology, biochemistry, optics, and hardware and software engineering in developing the next generation of point-of-care testing for infectious mosquito-borne diseases.

We are looking for a Biochemist who will partly support our laboratory work in the development of new IVD devices in close collaboration with the R&D team. And partly be able to perform biochemistry production and QC work in our production unit. Furthermore, you will work according to our Quality Management System and be part of delivering our high-quality products already in demand in the market.

Your responsibilities

• Work according to BluSense ISO13485 quality system
• Production: Being operator/reviewer of Biochemistry production (including production and QC) for IVD products developed by BluSense
• Writing and reviewing production procedures and specifications for new and existing IVD products
• R&D: Preparation (executing and recording) of materials (such as buffers, reagents, controls) for development and verification of IVD products, following BSD procedures for traceability and lab safety
• R&D: Assist executing and reporting laboratory experiments (such as BluSense reader assay testing), following BSD procedures for traceability and lab safety
• Execute laboratory work in Biochemistry, Biological Safety Level 2 and 3 labs

Qualifications

You are a highly skilled and dedicated biochemist who likes challenges and thrives in a busy and dynamic work environment. You can handle multiple tasks at the same time while consistently delivering high-quality results. You can work independently and at the same time be part of a team.
You can follow guidelines from R&D scientists and implement protocols by yourself.   

Specific qualifications and skills

• B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Engineering or Chemistry.
• Experience with standard biotech laboratory techniques such as ph-meter, microbalance, sonication, pipetting and centrifugation
• Knowledge of ISO:13485 (within research and production) would be an advantage
• Knowledge of IVD is an advantage
• Fluency in English both verbal and written
• Solid computer literacy, including Microsoft Office (especially Microsoft Excel)
• Work experience in a team-oriented environment

Skills and Abilities

• Structured and ability to keep a clear overview
• Working independently with a focus on documentation and traceability
• Curious and proactively reaching out for knowledge
• Ability to organize and conduct experiments
• Aptitude to run repetitive protocols while constantly monitoring important details
• Ability to monitor and troubleshoot technical issues with custom electronic instruments
• Able to maintain focus in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with colleagues
• Positive attitude and open-minded
• A good team player
• Commitment to the team’s goal of providing outstanding technical support for a research project
• Motivated and dedicated to lab work
• Keen interest in emerging technologies

We offer

• A challenging and very dynamic working environment as part of the start up community at Symbion Science Park
• Working in a MedTech start up – making a difference to a large part of the world’s population
• A possibility to contribute to the constant growth of R&D and production
• Co-operation and exchange of ideas within a multinational and interdisciplinary team
• Professional and personal development in being part of scaling up production operations
• Good location easily reachable by S-train and parking space for free
• Good coffee and possibility to buy lunch in the canteen

How to apply

We will process applications as they arrive. Therefore, please submit your cover letter and CV in one pdf file as soon as possible and not later than April 28th  by applying via thehub.dk. Qualified applicants can expect to be called for an interview before the deadline.

We plan to hire for a job start in May/June 2019.

Please reach out to Mattias Parmvi, Biochemistry Manager (Mattias.Parmvi@blusense-diagnostics.com).