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Company Description

Serica Technologies, Inc. (Serica), www.sericainc.com, is a growth stage medical
device company that is focused on the development of innovative technology to
solve large unmet clinical needs in orthopaedic sports medicine and soft tissue
repair. Serica is pioneering the commercialization of proprietary long-term
bioresorbable silk-based medical devices based on the Seri™ and SeriGel™
technology platforms to functionally restore damaged and diseased human soft
tissue. Serica’s strength lies in its ability to create quality silk-based technology
to solve large, unmet clinical needs through a unique multi-disciplinary scientific-
engineering-medical team approach.

Focused on developing disruptive technologies to derive profit, Serica was
incorporated in December 1998 to capitalize on the worldwide $2 billion per year
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) market. Today, Serica has expanded its
technology and manufacturing capabilities beyond the ACL to address synergistic
product platforms in orthopaedics, including rotator cuff tendon reconstruction,
plastic and cosmetic surgery, general surgery, and women’s health.

Venture capital backed, Serica is in a strong financial position to pursue the
commercialization of its ligament and tendon replacement technologies currently
in pre-clinical trials.

Serica's team consists of highly dedicated and motivated individuals who are
committed to finding solutions in order to achieve success. Our broad range of
technical, scientific and clinical backgrounds allows Serica to create a multi
disciplinary approach while maintaining a team-based, cooperative and open
working environment. To accommodate rapid growth and expansion, Serica is
seeking highly motivated, dedicated, and hard working individuals who possess
enthusiasm, energy and a strong commitment to success.

At Serica, there is a belief that “all roadblocks are surmountable”. The culture is
one that clearly fosters a team approach to creative and innovative thinking.
Each person’s ideas are valued, and there is tremendous respect and appreciation
for the contributions of every individual. The Company is non-hierarchical, and
individuals are empowered to make a difference in the greater pursuit of the
Company’s critical milestones. People are not politically driven, but are motivated
by the success of the Company as a whole.

Individuals that thrive in this culture are ones who truly understand the meaning of
team, and are humble but intensely driven. As the Company grows, significant
attention will be given to maintaining the entrepreneurial and supportive
environment, as well as the passion upon which the company was founded.

The Company is committed to being socially and ethically responsible, with the
highest degree of integrity displayed in all interactions.


Technology Platform Description

The backbone of Serica’s technology platforms is the company’s in-depth
understanding of its biomaterial’s behavior in the body. The complexity of the
biomaterials’ transitory nature and product processing intricacies allow for control
over device bioresorption and the ability to tailor mechanical performance to meet
the requirements of several large unmet clinical needs. Serica employs a diverse
array of disciplines to develop a functional understanding of its protein-based
portfolio, from protein biochemistry and cell biology to mechanical and textile
engineering. Thorough bench, pre-clinical and clinical research programs are
on-going in order to realize the full potential of the Seri and SeriGel platforms.


Job Responsibilities

The Entry Level Mechanical Engineer is responsible for driving critical quality
control testing, and product development programs forward in pursuit of company
milestones. The successful candidate will be a dependable, critical thinking
individual who will continually apply him/herself to strengthening his/her knowledge
base of key concepts, fields, and theories both within and outside his/her formal
education. Specific responsibilities include:

· Support quality control efforts through the testing of production of medical
device implants for orthopedics and plastics applications
· Responsible for executing and designing Instron mechanical testing on a
variety of non-traditional biological and non-biological samples in support of product
development, quality control, and characterization of medical devices
· Collect, analyze and interpret data, then generate clearly written reports and
make presentations to key team members in an organized and professional fashion
· Support aspects of quality control through the maintenance of an inventory
system, mechanical laboratory, and equipment logs
· Generate testing Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
· Maintain quality control testing database
· Apply creative approaches to the setup and execution of complex, non –
routine testing methods and experiments
· Demonstrate initiative, critical thinking and continual problem solving skills in
all aspects of involvement and pursue the independent and interactive development
of his/her engineering skill set
· Generate scientific literature for assigned product programs
· Develop relationships with new vendors and maintain existing relationships


Experience

0-3 yrs of experience in a production or laboratory setting or related engineering
field. The ideal candidate will be of Dean's list caliber and have demonstrated
scholarly merit through coursework or previous research experience. Prior hands-
on experience with machinery and prior use of Instron mechanical testing system
are desirable. Previous publications, academic, and extracurricular awards are a
strong plus.


Qualifications & Culture

The ideal candidate must be hands-on, able to multi-task and work in a relaxed but
demanding start-up environment. The successful engineer will work as a team member through daily interactions with and mentorship by senior level engineers and scientists. A qualified applicant will have great scientific curiosity, a willingness to engage in diverse activities and an ability to grasp new concepts quickly. The successful candidate will have demonstrated a high level of quality through his/her workmanship, critical thinking, and data interpretation, as well as possess a strong internal desire for success. Additional key qualifications include an understanding of theoretical engineering principals, exceptional time management skills, and the flexibility to perform a variety of hands-on tasks. A strong intellect with a hands-on and open communicative approach is required in order to be successful. Intellect and an internal competitive drive to achieve goals with a humble but no-excuses type personality is a must.


Education

BS in mechanical engineering is required. Coursework in strength of materials, structural mechanics, biomaterials, machine design, and prior use of Instron mechanical testing system will be considered a strong plus.

Searchable Keywords: R&D Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Quality Control Engineer


Serica offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and an outstanding benefits package including an employee incentive stock option plan. Serica is committed to a diverse workplace.

Resumes should be submitted with strong cover letter to
humanresources@sericainc.com
stating why applicant feels he/she is appropriately qualified for the position. Resumes without an acceptable cover letter will not be considered.