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ARTIDIS · 10 hours ago

AFM Scientist

positionHouston, TX
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level

ARTIDIS is a clinical-stage health-tech start-up that has developed the first nanomechanical biomarker for cancer diagnosis and treatment optimization. The AFM Scientist will leverage advanced AFM expertise to support pre-clinical and clinical operations, develop measurement protocols, and ensure data quality and regulatory compliance.

Health CareMedical Device

Responsibilities

Conduct pre-clinical and clinical AFM-based research to characterize the nanomechanical properties of solid tumors
Develop and refine measurement protocols, including sample preparation methods, measurement standards, and custom specimen holder design
Optimize and execute measurement routines both at ARTIDIS facilities and customer sites
Prepare technical documentation, study reports, work instructions (WIs), and test plans in compliance with FDA regulations and ISO 13485 standards
Provide on-site support and troubleshooting for clinical and research teams, adapting to hospital and laboratory schedules
Improve AFM data analysis pipelines, conduct advanced statistical analyses, and support analytical validation testing
Validate the performance of new devices and measurement tools on biological samples in clinical settings
Develop training protocols and education for internals and externals
Gather and document user requirement and feedback to guide ongoing development and product improvements
Maintain strong relationships with hospital partners and customers through regular site visits and workflow support

Qualification

AFM expertiseQuantitative data analysisISO 13485 knowledgeTechnical trainingTroubleshooting AFM systemsCommunication skillsProject management

Required

Ph.D. or equivalent in Physics, Biomedical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field with a focus on AFM or scanning probe microscopy
Proven experience in AFM measurements of biological samples, tissue/cell nanomechanics, sample preparation, and quantitative data analysis
Familiar with medical device operations, ISO 13485, FDA guidelines, CE Marking, and international regulatory frameworks
Skilled in technical training, application support, and tailoring AFM solutions to end-user needs
Strong ability to troubleshoot AFM systems, optimize measurement workflows, and collaborate in multidisciplinary environments
Willingness and ability to travel frequently in the USA
Excellent written and verbal skills for technical documentation, presentations, and scientific discussions
Ability to manage multiple AFM-related projects in a fast-paced, evolving environment

Benefits

Competitive compensation package
Performance-based bonuses

Company

ARTIDIS

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ARTIDIS is committed to innovation and excellence in order to bring the future of health care to people.
dateFounded in 2017
location
Basel, Basel-Stadt, CHE
people-size51-200 employees
web-link
https://www.artidis.com/

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$42.43M
2023-05-31Series A· $27.03M
2021-08-31Debt Financing· $3.17M
2019-09-30Seed· $12.23M

Recent News

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ARTIDIS announces publication demonstrating the nanomechanical signature of response to low-dose radiotherapy followed by CAR T cell therapy in solid tumors.
2024-11-08
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