microfluidics jobs in San Diego

Sr. Research Associate will design and execute design-of-experiments (DOEs) to optimize surface chemistry processes for in vitro diagnostic systems, transitioning formulations from R&D through pilot scale-up and manufacturing under GMP/FDA design control.…See more The role requires hands-on expertise in fluorescence imaging/spectroscopy, microfluidics, molecular biology techniques (nucleic acid extraction, PCR, amplification), and consumable characterization—including test method design, acceptance criteria definition, and root-cause analysis. The candidate will author technical documentation (protocols, batch records, DHF submissions), collaborate cross-functionally with assay development, reagent chemistry, device engineering, manufacturing, and quality/regulatory teams, and support FDA submissions (510(k)/PMA, CE-IVDR). Strong systematic troubleshooting, laboratory skills, and ability to present data to leadership are essential.

Test Engineer II will design, set up, and execute fluidic and electrochemistry experiments in a hands-on laboratory setting, owning test plans from definition through data analysis. Responsibilities include programming and configuring automated test instrumentation, assembling and characterizing prototype consumables and fluidic sub-assemblies, and performing root cause investigations and design-of-experiments (DOE) to resolve hardware and process issues.…See more The role requires 2–4 years of hands-on R&D laboratory experience with fluidic-based systems, experimental design, and troubleshooting. Programming experience (MATLAB, LabVIEW, C++, Python) and familiarity with metrology, microfluidics, or molecular diagnostics platforms are preferred.