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TECHNICAL ASSOCIATE I, Mechanical Engineering, to support research on clinically-relevant solutions to gastrointestinal drug delivery systems. Will design drug delivery devices to be tested in large animals; perform rapid prototyping; perform experimental tasks such as dissection for evaluating the interaction between prototype and tissue and setting up experiments; formulate and perform chemical/mechanical characterization of polymeric materials; execute statistical analysis of experiments; order materials and perform laboratory upkeep; summarize and document research results/findings; ensure safety standards/procedures are followed, prepare lab for inspections, and correct problems; train and coordinate the work of lower-level staff, student employees, and/or temporary staff; and communicate, interpret, and provide training on lab policies. 

Job Requirements

REQUIRED: B.S. in mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering, material science, chemical engineering, bioengineering, or a related field; at least two years of experience (co-op and internships considered); self-motivation and willingness to learn new tools and techniques; strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills; ability to work independently and as part of a team; comfort summarizing and reporting results to interdisciplinary researchers; commitment to exceeding standards and producing accurate, high quality work; meticulous attention to detail; practiced documentation skills; and ability to follow safety procedures and maintain a safe work environment.  Must have experience with five or more of the following:  CAD/CAM (SolidWorks/HSMWorks, Fusion360), biomedical device design and development, material characterization (biomaterials and plastics, experience with Instron testing machines a plus), additive manufacturing/3D Printing (FDM and SLA), subtractive manufacturing (manual and CNC machining), plastic molding (extrusion, injection molding, and compression molding), and polymer science/polymer formulation.  Job #18544

This is a two-year position. 

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