Biosensor Evaluation Engineer

Location: United Kingdom, Cambridge

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

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Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI ) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, and software technologies into solutions that help drive advancements in digitized factories, mobility, and digital healthcare, combat climate change, and reliably connect humans and the world. With revenue of more than $9 billion in FY24 and approximately 24,000 people globally, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible™. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and Twitter (X).

Biosensor Evaluation Engineer

The Digital Healthcare (DHC) business unit is seeking a highly motivated Sensor Evaluation Engineer to support a broad range of experiments involving optical testing, electrochemical measurements, and biological sample handling as well as taking on some laboratory management responsibilities. This work underpins the development of advanced biosensor systems incorporating optical and electrochemical sensing modes, microfluidics, measurement electronics, and analytical algorithms to deliver reliable, high‑performance biomarker measurements for diagnostic and therapeutic applications.

This is a hands‑on, lab‑based role suited to someone who thrives in a busy experimental environment, enjoys practical problem‑solving, and communicates effectively with colleagues.

Roles & Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

Experimental Activities

• Support and execute a wide range of optical and electrochemical sensor experiments.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot optical test setups and electrochemical measurement rigs.
• Perform sample preparation, inspection, and handling of biological materials such as blood using established laboratory protocols.

Laboratory & Operational Responsibilities

• Manage day‑to‑day lab operations, including stock control and consumable replenishment.
• Maintain laboratory organisation, cleanliness, and compliance with internal procedures.
• Oversee waste disposal processes, including chemical and biohazard waste streams.
• Conduct scheduled calibration and routine checks of lab instrumentation to ensure reliable performance.
• Support continuous improvements in lab workflows, documentation, and experimental efficiency.

Collaboration & Cross‑Functional Support

• Work closely with sensor scientists and engineers to enable rapid iteration of experimental designs.
• Communicate experimental progress, observations, and results clearly to team members.
• Demonstrate a proactive, flexible mindset when supporting multiple project needs.

Qualifications

Education

• Undergraduate degree in Physics, Engineering, Biomedical Science, Biochemistry, or a related field
  OR
• Significant experience as a senior laboratory technician in an engineering, biomedical, or analytical sciences setting.

Experience

(Most skills can be taught on the job; prior experience in any of the following is beneficial but not essential.)

• Experience working in laboratory environments with hands‑on responsibility for equipment.
• Familiarity with optical, electrochemical, or related sensor technologies.
• Comfort handling biological samples, for example blood.
• Experience building or operating experimental test setups.
• Basic understanding of measurement principles, instrumentation, or data collection workflows.

Soft Skills

• Strong hands‑on aptitude and willingness to learn new techniques quickly.
• Excellent communication skills across multidisciplinary teams.
• High levels of motivation with a proactive, “can‑do” approach.
• Organised, reliable, and comfortable managing multiple tasks in parallel.
• Enjoys practical work and being actively engaged in the lab throughout the day.
• Positive attitude, curiosity, and readiness to contribute to a fast‑moving research environment.

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