Biomedical system engineer

Level: 2 – 3 years of relevant experience

Reports to: Sr. Systems Engineer

Type: Full-time position (40h/week).

Location: Bio Partner 3, Leiden Bioscience Park, Zuid-Holland.

Modality: On-site. 1 day/week remote possible.

Contract: Temporary, 1 year contract with possible extension

Start Date: April 2025

Rapidemic is a growing start-up company based in Leiden, Zuid-Holland, dedicated to developing cutting-edge diagnostic solutions to improve the lives of patients worldwide. At Rapidemic we want to create a world where anyone can access quality diagnostics, anywhere, anytime. A world where individuals can access the care they need, and where prevention has become the standard.

Rapidemic is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Biomedical Systems Engineer (BSE) to join our Engineering team. As a BSE, you will have the opportunity to work on the development and optimization of cutting-edge In Vitro Diagnostic (IVD) medical devices. This role will provide hands-on experience in system engineering, contributing to projects that are critical to the advancement of healthcare technologies.

• Lead component and subsystems development of IVD devices and microfluidic systems, including hardware, and assay integration.
• General support of product research and development activities, design of experimental set ups and protocols, as well as execution and proper documentation.
• Prototypes and hardware troubleshooting, analyze data, derive conclusions, document findings, write SOPs and prepare reports for sharing within and between teams.
• Participate in decision-making process based on experimental and strategic data.
• Provide inputs for the development of technical documentation required by regulatory bodies, such as product requirements, risk management file, usability, etc.
• Participate in project meetings, contribute ideas, and present findings.

• Educational Background:
• B.S. degree in the chemistry/science/engineering required and 3-5 years of experience or M.S. degree with 2 years. PhD with 1+ year related experience.
• Skills:
• Have experience with medical devices and/or in-vitro diagnostics devices design and development, design controls, and industry standards and regulations in highly regulated markets. Experience with LMICs is a plus.
• Previous laboratory experience required. Experience in molecular biology laboratories or clean room workflows is a plus.
• Previous experience with prototype device development and testing is required. Experience with electronic and mechanical testing preferred. Experience with lateral flow microfluidics is a plus.
• Familiarity with Python programming languages, ability to troubleshoot and debug basic firmware and code testing scripts routines.
• Proven experience with CAD tools such as Fusion 360, Solid Works or similar. Experience with CFD simulation is a plus.
• Experience with rapid prototyping techniques is required. Experience with injection molding process is a plus.
• Experience with statistical tools and Design of Experiments (DoE) methodology is a plus.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Open for feedback.
• Strong communication collaboration and alignment skills while working with multiple stakeholders and diverse teams (internal and external).
• Passionate about creating innovative technology.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with focus on high-quality results.
• Excellent verbal and written communication in English.
• Attention to detail and a proactive attitude.

• A unique learning experience working in a growing start-up with a diverse team.
• A relaxed work atmosphere.
• The opportunity to explore and test your own ideas.
• A working experience in a European hub for life sciences innovation.
• A work experience in the diagnostics industry.

Interested? Please send your CV (saved as one PDF) and motivation letter to  In the subject line, please write “Biomedical Systems Engineer Job Opening”.