Join the team at the Humanitarian Technology Trust building the OpenFlexure Microscope. The OpenFlexure Microscope is an open-source, digital, robotic microscope used in more than 60 countries across education, research and agriculture; it is also undergoing evaluation for use in medical diagnostics. Ultimately the goal of the OpenFlexure project is to enable manufacturers in underserved areas of the world to sell certified diagnostic microscopes into their local healthcare systems.
We are looking for a Design and Development Engineer to adapt and develop the OpenFlexure Microscope for different applications. You will develop advanced imaging modes for the microscope from prototype through to robust designs that can be replicated worldwide. You will also develop the microscope mechanics and interfaces to enable new uses of the microscope.
Designing hardware for an open source community is both challenging and incredibly rewarding. All of our designs are developed openly in collaboration with our community, allowing us to get rapid feedback on performance and reliability. The experience of seeing something you have just designed already being built the other side of the planet is one of the things that makes our work so enjoyable.
You will join a small team in our new Bath workspace. The role will span optics, mechanical design, and technical writing of documentation. Some experience with programming is essential, as we use a code-based CAD package to enable detailed design tracking and feature re-use across the project. Experience with microscopy or optical design is useful, but not essential; similarly experience 3D printing or hands-on prototyping is valuable but not required.
Salary: £32,000–£45,000 depending on experience and skill set. A higher salary could be negotiated for the right candidate.
Contract: Full Time, permanent. We are primarily seeking a full-time hire, though part-time arrangements may be possible for the right candidate.
Location: This role is predominantly an on-site role in Bath as it includes hands-on work with hardware systems.
Deadline: There is no fixed deadline, applications are reviewed as they come in. The role will close once a candidate is selected.
The Humanitarian Technology Trust is a UK-registered charity (Charity number 1212197) that develops technologies that benefit humanity.
The OpenFlexure Microscope is currently our core development project.
Experience in any of the following areas would be beneficial:
Apply by email: Send your CV and a short covering note to careers@httrust.org