Biomedical Engineer​/Materials Science - Paid Internship

Biomedical Engineer / Materials Science
- Paid Internship

Jul 14

Sharper Sense is an early‑stage neurotechnology company (spun out of Columbia and Cornell; backed by Joyance Partners, SOSV, and ComcastNBC). We develop wearable, noninvasive neuromodulation patches that use electrical stimulation to optimize brain state, cognition, and sensory processing. Following successful pilot clinical studies, we are hiring to support the design and testing of the skin adhesives used in our self‑contained patch hardware.

Location: New York, NY + remote when possible (hybrid).

Role: Assist in the design, development, and testing of adhesives and materials used in wearable human neurostimulation patches.

Skills: Experience with skin adhesives, biocompatibility, roll-to-roll conversion, thin films, wearable devices, and material science.

Type: Paid internship. Option for full‑time or part‑time depending on availability, fit.

Pay: $18 per hour.

• Prototyping:
  Build multi‑layer flexible patch stacks using adhesives, hydrogels, conductive materials, and electrode components.
• Testing & Wear Evaluations:
  Conduct structured internal human wear tests to assess adhesion, comfort, skin response, edge lift, sweat tolerance, residue, and electrical compatibility.
• Data Analysis:
  Analyze wear‑test and experimental data using Excel, Python, MATLAB, R, or similar tools, summarizing findings into actionable design recommendations.
• Documentation & Compliance:
  Document material properties, safety data, and map candidate materials against ISO 10993 biocompatibility requirements.
• Collaboration:
  
  Work cross‑functionally with engineering and neuroscience teams, and coordinate with external material suppliers, converters, or test labs as needed.

• Current Master’s (preferred) or undergrad student in Biomedical Engineering, Materials/Polymer Science, Chemical Engineering, Biomaterials, Neuroscience, or a related field.
• Have taken courses on, or worked with, skin‑contact adhesives, roll‑to‑roll conversion, biocompatibility, hydrogel, ergonomics, usability, thin films, wearable devices, or a related experience.
• Hands‑on laboratory, research, prototyping, or product development experience.

• Good interpersonal skills: affable, communicative, motivated, accountable.
• Organized and able to self‑manage time and progress across multiple subprojects in parallel.
• Self‑motivated and able to self‑educate as needed for new skills.
• Comfortable with open discussion and debate.
• Passionate about neurotechnology and its potential to benefit society.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Located in the New York metropolitan area and able to start work within 30 days of being hired.

• Paid internship.
• Extensive networking opportunities.
• Exposure to our exclusive network of investors, advisors, and academic and corporate supporters.
• Reimbursement of commuting expenses and ability to work a mix of remotely and in person.
• Ability to influence major design decisions and create significant positive impact.