Scientific Fellow of Advanced Sensor Technologies

Nova Biomedical Corporation•Waltham, MA

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Scientific Fellow is the principal technical expert in sensor technologies. The Fellow will lead fundamental research, design, and optimization efforts for next-generation ion-selective electrodes (ISEs) aimed at detecting critical electrolytes in whole blood. The Fellow also will collaborate closely with commercial and R&D leadership to shape the scientific strategy and roadmap and will address the industrys most challenging issues - including sensor durability, miniaturization, and interference within complex biological environments - to foster innovation, elevate quality, and better serve the needs of customers and patients. If youre passionate about advanced research and want to be part of a team that is shaping the future of life sciences, wed love to hear from you, apply today!

Requirements

Membrane Chemistry: Extensive expertise in the use of PVC, polyurethane, and silicone-based matrices for ion sensing applications.
Fabrication: Proven experience with planar sensor fabrication and/or thick-film screen printing, advanced dispensing technologies, and wafer-level processing methods.
Data Analysis: Advanced proficiency in Excel, Python, MATLAB, or JMP for modeling electrochemical systems and visualizing complex datasets.
Regulatory: Familiarity with design controls under ISO 13485 and FDA QSR 21 CFR Part 820.
Thought Leadership: Demonstrated contributions to intellectual property development and active participation in scientific conferences representing the company.
15+ years of industrial experience in the development of IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic) medical devices, particularly electrochemical sensors.
Proven success in launching electrochemical sensor products to the commercial market.
In-depth understanding of the Nernst Equation and its practical variations in high-ionic-strength physiological environments.
Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry, Electrochemistry, Materials Science, or Biomedical Engineering is required.

Responsibilities

Advanced Sensor Architecture & Design Spearhead the conceptualization and development of ion-selective electrodes and reference sensors tailored for biological samples.
Create innovative polymeric membrane formulations to enhance selectivity and minimize biofouling in whole blood applications.
Engineer and model sensor geometries to accelerate response times and reduce required sample volumes, including integration with microfluidic systems.
Surface Chemistry & Material Science Develop stable transduction layers to minimize potential drift and failures.
Direct the selection and synthesis of ionophores and lipophilic salts to achieve reliable Nernstian responses.
Investigate and mitigate the impact of interfering species (e.g., lipids, proteins, drug metabolites) on sensor accuracy and precision.
Characterization & Validation Establish comprehensive testing protocols utilizing electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS), cyclic voltammetry, and chronopotentiometry.
Interpret complex datasets to link sensor performance with manufacturing variables through statistical process control (SPC).
Troubleshoot sensor issues - including signal drift, excessive noise, or membrane delamination identify root causes and develop effective mitigations/solutions to prevent recurrence.
Technical Leadership & Mentorship Serve as the internal Subject Matter Expert (SME) in electrochemistry and physical chemistry.
Mentor Senior Scientists and Engineers, promoting a culture of scientific rigor and first-principles thinking.
Lead the intellectual property strategy by identifying patentable innovations and preparing technical disclosures.