Principal Engineer - Biological Sensors Engineer

Principal Engineer - Biological Sensors Engineer

The job opening is for a full-time Research Staff Member in the device physics and electrical testing group in Western Digital's research department. The role will be a part of a multi-functional team whose aim is to develop future biological and chemical sensing technologies.

The responsibilities for the role will include:

• Bringing up electrical test equipment & test code
• Designing electrical test procedures and analyzing test data
• Generating reports and presenting analysis to team
• Working with CMOS design, materials, and process teams to drive next steps to improve the technology
• Generating intellectual property, publishing papers, and presenting at conferences

Required:

• Minimum of a Ph.D. in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Additional postdoctoral work in academia or industry is preferred.

The prior track record of a viable candidate must show:

• Extensive coding experience in Python for instrumentation and data analysis
• Ability to design and optimize test procedures for assessing key performance metrics
• Strong scientific collaboration and communication skills
• Strong hands-on electrical device measurement skills
• Ability to innovate

The following skills and experiences are highly desired:

• Expertise in electrical measurements in aqueous solutions
• Experience with biological or chemical sensors
• Working knowledge of electrochemistry.
• Expertise in electrical device equipment, such as AWGs, pulse generators, and oscilloscopes
• Track record of publications and patents