Job Postings

Mechanical Engineer

Posting date: March 2012

Description:

Spartan is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer who will own the design of our current DNA testing devices. You will also lead the design, testing, verification, and validation of our next-generation devices, which contain mechanical, thermal, optical, and electrical systems. You will guide junior team members and external resources.

Qualifications:

  • University degree in Mechanical Engineering
  • Solid understanding of thermal systems and design experience
  • Demonstrated success at supervising external resources and mentoring in-house team members
  • Experience with a providing support to a manufacturing environment
  • Experience with optical and electrical systems is an asset
  • Experience with embedded systems is an asset

To apply, please forward your resume to careers@spartanbio.com


Software Test and Development Engineer

Posting date: March 2012

Description:

Seeking a Software Test and Development Engineer who will lead the testing, verification, validation, and regulatory compliance for Microsoft Windows-based and embedded software code.

Qualifications:

  • University degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent
  • Understands best design practices for software development
  • Demonstrated success in bringing code-based products to market
  • Experience with supervising in-house and external resources
  • Experience in C and VB6 is an asset

To apply, please forward your resume to careers@spartanbio.com


Technical Sales Representative

Posting date: March 2012

Description:

Seeking energetic and enthusiastic Technical Sales Representative for sales and support of Spartan’s point-of-care DNA testing system for heart attack patients. Sales activities will involve mainly Internet and telephone sales with lead generation and light travel. Other duties may include market research and customer service.

Qualifications:

  • BSc/MSc in Biology/Biochem/Biopharm/Biotech
  • Laboratory experience preferred
  • Sales and customer service experience preferred

To apply, please forward your resume to careers@spartanbio.com


Research Technician

Posting date: March 2012

Description:

Seeking energetic and meticulous Research Technician to develop DNA purification protocols and real-time PCR assays for Spartan’s DNA analyzers. Responsibilities will include designing, performing, and analyzing experiments.

Qualifications:

  • B.Sc. in Biological Sciences
  • Experience with molecular biology techniques, preferably including real-time PCR
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills

To apply, please forward your resume to careers@spartanbio.com


Research Scientist

Posting date: March 2012

Description:

Seeking energetic and meticulous Research Scientist to lead a team in developing DNA purification protocols and real-time PCR assays to support Spartan’s real-time DNA analyzer. Responsibilities will include collaborating with industry and research partners, managing technicians, and writing technical notes and publications. Microbiology, virology and experience in food safety an asset.

Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. in Biological Sciences
  • Peer-reviewed publications
  • Extensive experience with molecular biology techniques, especially real-time PCR
  • Strong interpersonal, leadership and supervisory skills

To apply, please forward your resume to careers@spartanbio.com