Diagnostics R&D Engineering Co-op (Jan '27 Start)

Nanopath • Cambridge, MA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Nanopath is developing an in vitro diagnostics platform intended to replace lengthy molecular testing workflows with rapid, high-quality diagnostics closer to the patient. The company’s mission is to improve patient outcomes, starting with women, through a platform that provides actionable results within a single office visit. Nanopath is headquartered at The Engine in Kendall Square and emphasizes health equity, solutions for underserved populations and low-resource settings, and environmental and social sustainability in its decision-making.

The co-op will support and manage a variety of engineering tasks, with responsibilities tailored to the candidate’s skills and interests. Areas may include hardware, 3D printing, prototyping, and molecular biology. The co-op will work directly with scientists and engineers, contribute to important product-development projects, and participate in team discussions, meetings, and presentations while learning about biophysics and interdisciplinary medical technology development. This is a full-time, onsite role in Cambridge, Massachusetts, starting in early January 2027 and lasting at least five months.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a relevant academic program; undergraduate and graduate students are welcome.
• Able to commit to at least 15 weeks of full-time, onsite work in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
• Sophomore standing or above, with demonstrated experience through prior internships or research projects.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Highly organized, curious, scientifically rigorous, and capable of creative problem-solving.
• A proactive self-starter who is eager to adapt to a fast-paced, dynamic startup environment.
• Passion for technology translation and willingness to help shape Nanopath’s future.

Responsibilities

• Support and manage a variety of engineering tasks, potentially involving hardware, 3D printing, prototyping, or molecular biology.
• Work directly with scientists and engineers to advance Nanopath’s product.
• Contribute to critical projects and participate in team discussions, meetings, and presentations.
• Learn about biophysics and interdisciplinary medical technology development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed