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Are you ready to join Connecticut Innovation’s vibrant community of innovators? Connecticut Innovations (“CI”) is Connecticut’s strategic venture capital arm, and we are passionate about serving our portfolio of 220+ companies across various industries, with strengths in life sciences, technology, and climate tech.

Come join encapsulate.bio | as a Cancer Research Scientist, Microfluidics & Organoid Specialist

Encapsulate Overview

Encapsulate is a venture-backed MedTech pioneer transforming precision diagnostics for personalized cancer therapy. Our proprietary tumor-on-a-chip platform leverages advanced microfluidics and patient-derived organoid technologies to rapidly deliver precise, actionable treatment insights to oncologists. We screen patient-specific microtumors against clinical treatment regimens within days, dramatically improving patient outcomes and reducing unnecessary treatment side effects. Every cancer patient’s tumor is unique—our solutions are tailored to match that uniqueness.

• Technology initially developed at UConn, with ongoing headquarters at UConn’s Technology Incubator in Farmington, CT.
• Recently completed oversubscribed seed funding led by Blackwood Healthcare Breakthroughs, Ambit Health Ventures, and Connecticut Innovations.

Why Join Encapsulate?

• Addressing the $4 billion precision diagnostics market, initially targeting colorectal and pancreatic cancers.
• Tackling unmet needs such as ineffective chemotherapy cycles, escalating treatment costs, and chemotherapy-associated toxicities.
• Internationally recognized: 2nd place at the 2024 Entrepreneurship World Cup Global Finals.
• Named “Innovator of the Month” by U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.), July 2024.
• Successfully launched our tumor-on-a-chip technology to the International Space Station in March 2024.
• Funded by a Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) award from the U.S. National Science Foundation and NASA.

Cancer Research Scientist, Microfluidics & Organoid Specialist

We seek a highly skilled and innovative Cancer Research Scientist specializing in microfluidics, biochips, and organoid-on-a-chip technologies. Join our team to pioneer groundbreaking advancements in precision diagnostics, directly impacting cancer patient care. If you have substantial experience in microfluidic system development, biochip engineering, and patient-derived organoid models, this role provides an ideal opportunity to advance your career and significantly improve patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development, optimization, and application of advanced microfluidic devices and biochips for cancer diagnostics.
• Process and culture patient-derived biopsies into 3D organoid systems within microfluidic environments.
• Design and execute precise, reproducible experimental protocols focused on organoid-on-a-chip assays.
• Analyze experimental data meticulously and present detailed, publication-quality reports.
• Innovate and continuously improve our tumor-on-a-chip technologies through novel microfabrication approaches.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams of engineers, biologists, and bioinformaticians.
• Maintain cutting-edge laboratory equipment, troubleshoot experimental setups, and uphold rigorous quality standards.
• Stay informed about emerging microfluidic and organoid technologies, contributing strategic insights to Encapsulate’s technological roadmap.

Minimum Qualifications:

• PhD degree in Biomedical Engineering, Bioengineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related fields with emphasis on microfluidics and biochip technologies. A masters degree with extensive work experience is acceptable too.
• Extensive hands-on experience in microfluidic device design, fabrication, and characterization.
• Proven expertise in 3D mammalian cell culture, particularly patient-derived tumor organoid models.
• Proficient in microscopy techniques, especially fluorescence microscopy and advanced imaging analysis.
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills, with proven ability to document and communicate scientific results.
• Demonstrated excellence in problem-solving, attention to detail, and experimental rigor.
• Proactive, innovative mindset capable of independently driving projects forward in a collaborative team environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced experience with biofabrication techniques and microfabrication tools (soft lithography, photolithography, rapid prototyping).
• Familiarity with AI-driven biochip analytics, sequencing technologies, bioinformatics, and biostatistics.
• Experience in assay automation and integration of microfluidic systems for clinical applications.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Encapsulate is an equal-opportunity employers committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse work environment. We provide competitive compensation, generous benefits, and robust personal leave policies, ensuring a rewarding and empowering professional environment.

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