Bioprinting Co-op - September

Aspect Biosystems • Vancouver, BC

14h • CA$3,750 - CA$4,000

About The Position

We are looking for a proactive Bioprinting Co-op to be part of a multidisciplinary CMC team focused on development of 3D human tissues for in vitro drug testing or as life-changing, cell-based implantable tissue therapeutics. In this role, you will provide support for the design, manufacturing, and testing of 3D human tissues for pre-clinical use or as therapeutic devices by using and adapting Aspect’s microfluidic bioprinting technology.

Requirements

• You are a student enrolled in biomedical engineering, cell biology or similar program.
• You have good physics or mechanical engineering experience with an interest in microfluidics and 3D printing.
• You are familiar with cell biology techniques and principles.
• You have experience working in a wet lab environment carrying out 3D printing, documentation/report writing, and cell culture.
• Demonstrated ability to identify innovative working solutions to problems with challenging constraints.
• You have superior written and verbal communication skills.
• You are an active listener who can communicate to different audiences in diverse situations.
• You have outstanding attention to detail, and experimental and process rigor.
• You take pride in your work and strive for excellence in the work you do.

Responsibilities

• Helping to develop and characterize bioprinting processes and tissue devices for therapeutic applications.
• Assisting with the design, optimization, and testing of tubing for the development of closed systems for various applications.
• Preparing and processing biomaterials for bioprinting tissue development studies.
• Performing morphometric, and shelf life tests to characterize new bioprinted tissue implants.
• Assisting in the management of lab equipment and consumables to ensure smooth operation of manufacturing processes.
• Supporting the in vitro development to characterize bioprinted tissue health and function, including ML training and bioink preparation.
• Developing study designs and writing experimental reports to be presented to key stakeholders.
• Rigorously document all work, following Good Documentation Practices.

Benefits

• Our ranges are based on market data. Offered salaries will be based on a combination of factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skills, education, and experience. For candidates who exceed role requirements, we are open to exploring above-range offers.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree