T2 Biosystems Job Postings

Fri Apr 20 08:29:44 EDT 2007

Please direct any questions related to this post to:
Thomas Leahy
Human Resources Consultant
T2 Biosystems, Inc.
286 Cardinal Medieros Avenue
Cambridge, MA 02141

(office) 617 218-1682
(front desk) 617 868-1888
(mobile) 781 572-2235
(fax) 617 868-1115
<mailto:tleahy at t2biosystems.com>tleahy at t2biosystems.com

Biosynthetic Chemist

Overview of Responsibilities:

The qualified candidate will be responsible for developing novel 
coupling strategies for attaching small molecules, proteins, and 
antibodies to polymer-coated nano-materials.  You will be responsible 
for producing, characterizing, and optimizing conjugates, and will 
participate in assay development and optimization.

Minimum Requirements:

PhD in bioorganic chemistry or biochemistry is required.  Must have 
demonstrated expertise in biosynthetic coupling reactions, protein 
and antibody conjugation, and development of new synthetic 
strategies.  Experience in conjugating targeting groups to 
nano-materials, and experience in custom solution-phase and 
solid-phase syntheses is required.  Expertise in spectroscopic and 
chemical characterization of synthetic products, bioconjugates, and 
functionalized nano-materials using various chromatographies, mass 
spectrometry, NMR, etc. is also required.  The qualified candidate 
will be a creative problem solver, fast learner, and an effective 
communicator. Must be flexible and able to work in a fast-paced, 
dynamic environment and meet deadlines.

Synthetic Inorganic Chemist

Overview of Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include synthesizing nano-materials and polymer 
coatings, developing new synthetic approaches, conducting quality 
control, characterizing nano-material products, and developing stable 
colloids.

Minimum Requirements:

MS in synthetic or physical chemistry plus five years industrial 
experience. Proficient in micro-emulsions and surface reactions. 
Experience with organometallics, polymer synthesis and tailoring 
reaction conditions to control product characteristics. Analytical 
expertise in nano-material characterization, including measuring 
metal content, physical properties, size, stability, and viscosity. 
Analytical skills include visible spectroscopy, liquid 
chromatography, and metal content analyses. Creative problem solver, 
fast learner, and effective communicator. Flexible and able to work 
in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and meet deadlines.

Electrical Engineer

Overview of Responsibilities:

The qualified candidate will work with a multidisciplinary team 
developing novel nanoparticle-based detection technology.  You will 
oversee the design and fabrication of novel, miniaturized circuits 
and medical diagnostic electronics, and develop custom automated 
sampling strategies and customized instrument hardware.

Minimum Requirements:

PhD in electrical engineering plus a minimum of two years industrial 
experience, and a strong fundamental understanding of electronics and 
engineering designs. Specific expertise in automation and in 
miniaturized electronics for instrumentation is essential.  Must be 
experienced with hardware design, modification and programming. 
Experience in rf-based detection a plus.  Must be willing and able to 
quickly learn new concepts.  The qualified candidate must be a 
creative problem solver, an effective communicator, and must be 
flexible and able to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.  Must 
have demonstrated ability in meeting deadlines.

Medical Device Engineer/Hardware Engineer

Overview of Responsibilities:

The qualified candidate will work with a multidisciplinary team 
developing novel nanoparticle-based detection technology.  You will 
oversee the design and fabrication of novel, miniaturized medical 
diagnostic devices, and develop customized instrument hardware.

Minimum Requirements:

PhD in an engineering discipline plus a minimum of two years relevant 
experience, and a strong, fundamental understanding of equipment 
design. Specific expertise in magnetic-based device design, 
construction, and modeling required. Must be experienced with 
hardware design, modification and programming.  Experience in 
rf-based detection and device manufacturing is not necessary but is a 
plus.  Must be willing and able to quickly learn new concepts.  The 
qualified candidate must be a creative problem solver, an effective 
communicator, and must be flexible and able to work in a fast-paced, 
dynamic environment.  Must have demonstrated ability in meeting 
deadlines.

Research Associate, Assay Development

Primary Responsibilities:

This position requires the successful candidate to perform the 
appropriate experiments in the development of assays for use with our 
novel nanoparticle-based detection technology.  The candidate will 
work independently, and will be called upon to direct the work of 
technicians as required.

Minimum Requirements: 

BS or equivalent in the biological sciences and 1-2 years of industry 
experience. 

Ability to follow protocols and work independently.

Excellent experimental technique and record-keeping are absolutely essential.

Previous experience in assay development is a plus.

Some knowledge of the FDA QSR system and Design of Experiments is desirable.

Director, Assay Development

Overview of Responsibilities: 

The qualified candidate will manage a group of four assay developers 
and two engineers in the development of two point of care assays 
utilizing a novel nanoparticle-based detection technology.  The 
incumbent will manage a development group of six headcount and work 
in a matrix organization comprising marketing, technical consultants 
and OEM suppliers.

Minimum Requirements:  The successful candidate will have a PhD in 
the biological sciences, postdoctoral experience, and the equivalent 
of 2-5 years in industry. Demonstrated success in product development 
is essential.  The successful candidate must be familiar with the FDA 
Quality System Regulations (QSR), critical path management, and the 
application of Design of Experiment (DOE) to assay development. The 
incumbent must be able to independently manage the development team,
make critical decisions on project direction, and communicate 
effectively with management.

About T2 Biosystems, Inc.

T2 Biosystems, Inc. is a Boston area based early-stage company 
committed to developing innovative in vivo and in vitro diagnostic 
products to improve medical decision-making and treatment.  The 
Company's proprietary detection technology was developed by a group 
of leading academic researchers at both the Massachusetts General 
Hospital and M.I.T.   Our revolutionary technology applies across the 
gamut of medically relevant analytes including proteins, nucleic 
acids, lipids, small molecule compounds, and micro-organisms.  In 
addition, our approach enables the development of products with 
continuous and real-time monitoring capability.  We are building a 
world-class team to translate this breakthrough technology into 
revolutionary products that will address important medical needs. 
The enterprise is financially backed by several leading venture 
capital firms to include Flagship Ventures, Polaris Venture Partners 
and IDG.

T2 Biosystems is committed to helping our ambitious employees achieve 
their career growth objectives.  We offer a stimulating and 
collaborative professional environment, competitive compensation and 
generous employee benefits.

T2 Biosystems is an equal opportunity employer.  We do not 
discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, 
pregnancy, national origin, age, military service eligibility, 
veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or 
any other protected class.

T2 Biosystems is actively recruiting for positions throughout the organization.

For more information visit our website: www. T2Biosystems.com
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