Careers at Sensoreal

Medical Diagnostics Intern - Biotech

Job Type: Internship (16 weeks)

Start: Fall 2022

Sensoreal is a start-up company developing point-of-care diagnostic technologies for infectious diseases. In May 2019, Canada became the first country to perform a rapid blood test at the International Space Station using Sensoreal’s technology. Our goal is to now adapt our innovative technology to solve diagnostic challenges here on Earth.

We are looking for an intern with a strong biotech background to join our dynamic team and actively participate in the development and testing of our point-of-care diagnostic tests.

 

Specifically, you will: 

  • Participate in device prototype design, development, fabrication & characterization

  • Develop experimental protocols and execute experiments

  • Apply statistical analysis to experimental clinical data, document results, and assist in report writing

  • Develop and document scalable manufacturing processes for new products

Desired Qualifications and Experience

  • Strong academic record, preference for science or engineering degrees

  • Good organizational and time-management skills

  • A flexible and proactive approach to daily tasks

  • Strong technical communication/writing skills

  • Hands-on wet lab experience with basic biochemistry protocols

  • Programming skills and experience with Python/sci-kit-learn is an asset

  • Experience with microfluidics, 3D printing, or immunoassays is an asset

  • Experience in biotech and medical devices is an asset

  • Fluency in English is essential. Proficiency in French is an asset

  • Legally authorized to work in Canada

What you can look forward to: 

  • The opportunity to be part of a small team of hard-working individuals that value growth and learning 

  • Possibility to work remotely part-time

  • New offices in Mile Ex, Montreal 

  • Opportunities for professional development, including project management, research skills and product development