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Senior Machine Learning Researcher
Senior Machine Learning Researcher
Leuven, Belgium
About miDiagnostics
miDiagnostics is developing a revolutionary new generation of disposable medical diagnostics tests that require only a small drop of capillary blood and allow detection of cells, proteins, nucleic acids, and/or small molecules. Our core technology is a novel silicon-based nanofluidic processor that automatically processes the blood sample without the need of pumps or valves. miDiagnostics’ goal is to remove the need for complex and costly instrumentation, enabling medical decisions to be taken at the point of need or remote areas with a high level of comfort to both patients and caregivers. The first application miDiagnostics is working on is a complete blood count test.
The Job
We are looking for a Senior Machine Learning Researcher with a strong background in image processing & computer vision techniques for biomedical imaging-based applications, with a preferred emphasis on the domain of point of care healthcare devices. As an Senior Machine Learning Researcher you will be responsible for the understanding of key algorithmic blocks in current data analysis pipeline, the development of novel approaches, new algorithms and optimizing existing algorithms. You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team consisting of image analysis engineers, electronics engineers, optical engineers, biophysicists, fluidic designers, clinical lab personnel and other imaging specialists.
Responsibilities:
- Understanding of existing key algorithmic blocks in the overall data analysis pipeline
- Development and optimization of key algorithmic blocks related to image classification
- Contribute to optimizing the prototype image processing and computer vision algorithms onto various platforms (CPU / GPU optimization; potential general-purpose / mobile / cloud target platforms)
- Interface with various external partners for algorithmic API interfaces for GUI and other software elements
- Interface with experimental team to contribute to the needs analysis for data collection for training and testing machine learning algorithms
- Contribute to roadmap of algorithmic development and improvements
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System Engineer
System Engineer
Leuven, Belgium
About miDiagnostics
miDiagnostics is developing a new generation of disposable tests that require only drops of blood
and allow detection of cells, proteins, nucleic acids, and/or small molecules. Its core technology is a
novel silicon-based nanofluidic processor that automatically processes the blood sample without the
need of pumps or valves. There is no need for complex and costly instrumentation enabling medical
decisions to be taken at the point of need or remote areas with a high level of comfort to both
patients and caregivers.
The Job
With miDiagnostics in the feasibility phase of its product development, the company seeks to recruit a System Engineer to lead the development of the instrument. As part of the product development team, you will closely work with suppliers and lead the design, development, verification, validation and transfer to manufacturing of the company’s advanced low-cost instrumentation system. Your activities will be based in Leuven.
Responsibilities:
- Leading all activities relating to instrumentation design and development for both experimental and product development
- Working closely with all other R&D departments to ensure interfaces with other sub-systems (software, disposable cartridge) are identified and considered in the design
- Leading all relevant electronic and mechanical engineering activities
- Supplier management of suppliers developing electronic and mechanical components of the system
- Refining and implementing detailed product specifications for the instruments under development
- Managing instruments development timelines and budgets
- Identifying and mitigating technical and logistical risks
- Developing and maintaining relevant design control documentation
- Identifying, evaluating and selecting manufacturing partner(s) for series production
Profile and competences
- Master’s degree in electronic/electromechanical/mechanical engineering, with 5-10 years work experience
- Strong supplier management skills
- Experience with requirements writing and risk management
- Experience in reviewing contract manufacturer’s mechanical/optical/software specifications, test plan, verification documentation. Strong leadership and communication skills
- Detail-oriented, result-focused and quality driven
- Strong analytical and planning skills
- An understanding of relevant regulatory requirements within the IVD/medical industry is a plus
- Fluent in English
The offer
- Full-time job at a fast-growing and ambitious start-up in the biotech industry
- Market competitive salary and benefits package
- miDiagnostics is an international-oriented company with close connections to two world class research institutions (imec and Johns Hopkins University)
- You will be part of an international and multidisciplinary team
- You can further grow in a new and exciting cutting-edge field in point-of-care diagnostics
Interested?
Please apply by e-mail to jobs@midiagnostics.com with reference to this opportunity.
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Project Manager
Project Manager
Leuven, Belgium
About miDiagnostics
miDiagnostics is a unique tech start-up founded by imec, the world largest R&D center in micro-and nanoelectronics, and The Johns Hopkins University. We are developing a new generation of diagnostic platform for near-patient testing based on a silicon chip and which requires only drops of blood for the detection of cells, proteins, nucleic acids, and/or small molecules. Aiming to provide the test results within the time span of a doctor’s visit, we want to bring precision diagnostics to patients and caregivers.
The Job
As a Project Manager you will be responsible for the overall direction, coordination, implementation, execution, follow-up and completion of specific projects while ensuring consistency with the company strategy, commitments and goals.
Responsibilities
- Develop project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders including senior management
- Determine the resources (time, budget, equipment etc.) required to complete the project
- Develop a detailed project plan to track progress
- Determine the objectives and measures upon which the project will be evaluated at its completion
- Coordinating internal resources and sub-contractors for the flawless execution of projects
- Ensuring that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget
- Ensuring resource availability and allocation
- Establish a communication schedule to update stakeholders, sub-contractors and staff as to the project progress
- Report and escalate to management as needed
- Establish, manage and maintain the relationship between miDx and sub-contractors or partners
- Use appropriate verification techniques to manage changes in project scope, schedule and cost
- Measure project performance by appropriate systems, tools and techniques
- Perform risk management to minimize project risks
- Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation
Profile and competences
- Master degree or equivalent in a scientific discipline preferably in bioscience engineering, biomaterials, (micro)electronics or materials science
- Min. of 5 years experience as a project manager
- Relevant experience in the medical diagnostics, healthcare research or pharmaceuticals area
- PMP/Prince II certification or proven experience with Agile project management is a plus
Required
- Process & quality driven problem solver: Manages multiple priorities with a proactive “can do” attitude
- Excellent communicator: Shares knowledge and technical information with comfort and clarity
- Stakeholder-driven and customer focused: Encourages a highly collaborative team environment and actively engages with all major stakeholders
- Result & timeline oriented: Drives projects to closure and manages many simultaneous projects in a fast-paced environment
The offer
We offer you a challenging position in an ambitious tech start-up. This is your opportunity to make a difference. You can help us bringing a revolutionary product that will change the life of people on the market. You can take initiatives and help our company grow successfully. We offer an attractive salary added with a hospitalization insurance.
Interested?
Please apply by e-mail to jobs@midiagnostics.com with reference to this opportunity.
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Quality Engineer
Quality Engineer
Leuven, Belgium
About miDiagnostics
miDiagnostics is a unique tech start-up founded by imec, the world largest R&D center in micro-and nanoelectronics, and The Johns Hopkins University. We are developing a new generation of diagnostic platform for near-patient testing based on a silicon chip and which requires only drops of blood for the detection of cells, proteins, nucleic acids, and/or small molecules. Aiming to provide the test results within the time span of a doctor’s visit, we want to bring precision diagnostics to patients and caregivers.
The Job
The Quality Engineer drives the quality activities within the development team. She/He will need to make sure that all the relevant design control activities are carried out to a high standard, in compliance with ISO 13485 and 21 CFR 820, and make sure that all the development team actively engage in the Design Control process.
Responsibilities
- To work with the development teams to develop and execute plans (quality plan, risk management plan) and requirements (safety, functionality, regulatory, usability) to ensure provisions for quality are addressed and resolved prior to release
- To coordinate with the development of essential design control deliverables including, but not limited to product specifications, design verification, design validation, design reviews and design transfer
- To work closely with the development teams to develop the appropriate verification test plans and validations studies, and qualifications (subcontractors, system and subsystem)
- To review design inputs (specifications) and design outputs (reports, prints, etc.) to assure that appropriate design requirements are specified and to evaluate/confirm quality requirements prior to successful design transfer
- To participate in the change control process to review and approve engineering change requests
- To provide process validation support by applying manufacturing quality tools including, but not limited to: FMEA, IQ, OQ, PQ, control plans, process verification/validation plans, Cpk, Cp, SPC, DOE, process and DMAIC
Profile and competences
- Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, Biotechnology, Engineering Technology or equivalent technical Degree; or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Prior Quality Engineer experience in the IVD industry or the medical device industry
- Knowledge of Quality System standards/regulations (ISO 13485, 21 CFR 820)
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures and governmental regulations
- Ability to write technical reports, business correspondence, technical procedures, as well as, administrative procedures
- Ability to present proposals, data, and issues to miDiagnostics personnel at all levels
- Ability to independently determine and develop an approach to a wide range of issues and problems. Solutions must be thorough, practical, and consistent with organization objectives
- Ability to represent the department in frequent cross-functional interactions and possible customer, subcontractor, or vendor contacts
- Ability to determine and develop technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems
The offer
- Full-time job at a fast-growing and ambitious start-up in the biotech industry
- Market competitive salary and benefits package
- miDiagnostics is an international-oriented company with close connections to two world class research institutions (imec and Johns Hopkins University)
- You will be part of an international and multidisciplinary team
- You can further grow in a new and exciting cutting-edge field in point-of-care diagnostics
Interested?
Please apply by e-mail to jobs@midiagnostics.com with reference to this opportunity.
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Software Engineer
Software Engineer
Leuven, Belgium
About miDiagnostics
miDiagnostics is developing a new generation of disposable tests that require only drops of blood and allow detection of cells, proteins, nucleic acids, and/or small molecules. Its core technology is a novel silicon-based nanofluidic processor that automatically processes the blood sample without the need of pumps or valves. There is no need for complex and costly instrumentation enabling medical decisions to be taken at the point of need or remote areas with a high level of comfort to both patients and caregivers.
The Job
We are looking for a senior software developer/engineer with strong background in developing products and services for imaging-based applications. As a developer you will be responsible for the implementation, testing and documentation of our key imaging-based algorithms. Your main assignment will be to productize and extend the prototype research algorithms that can eventually run on various platforms like laptop, mobile devices and in the cloud. You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team consisting of engineers (electronics, electrical, optics, bio), bio-physicists, fluidic designers, interface developers and other imaging specialists.
Responsibilities
- Implementation, testing and documentation of imaging-based algorithms
- (Co-)Defining the architecture for the software
- (Co-)Defining the technology stack
- Optimize the prototype image processing & computer vision algorithms onto various platforms (laptop/mobile/cloud)
- Interface with various external partners for algorithmic API interfaces for GUI & other software elements
- Contribute to the roadmap of software developments
- Interact with research teams and product development teams
- Create and maintain key software specifications
- Create and maintain key documentation relevant for regulatory approvals
Profile and competences
- You have a Professional Master’s degree in Informatics or equivalent through experience
- You have at least 5 years of software product development experience, preferentially in a diagnostic or medical domain
- You have knowledge of or exposure to standard image processing & computer vision algorithms and techniques, preferably in an industrialized context
- You are familiar with optimizing image processing & computer vision algorithms for CPU or GPU platforms
- You are familiar with standard product development languages such as (modern) C++, and can learn a new programming language rapidly
- You are familiar with defining APIs and developing software architectures
- Experience with Python & MATLAB is a plus
- Experience with standard imaging processing libraries (e.g. OpenCV) is a plus
- Experience with cloud processing, big data or web technologies is a plus
- Experience/knowledge about regulations for biomedical software is a plus (GDPR, HIPAA)
- Experience with point-of-care medical devices is a plus
- You are structured, precise and care about details. You attach importance to software robustness, appearance and user friendliness. You recognize a code smell when you see one. You are very customer-oriented. You are a self-motivated team player. You are fluent in English and have good communication skills
The offer
- Full-time job at a fast-growing and ambitious start-up in the biotech industry
- Market competitive salary and benefits package
- miDiagnostics is an international-oriented company with close connections to two world class research institutions (imec and Johns Hopkins University)
- You will be part of an international and multidisciplinary team
- You can further grow in a new and exciting cutting-edge field in point-of-care diagnostics
Interested?
Please apply by e-mail to jobs@midiagnostics.com with reference to this opportunity.
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