Our Mission

Blackrock Neurotech is 100% focused on improving human lives through neuroscience research and technology. The passion and dedication behind this mission has nurtured a dynamic, enjoyable and fulfilling corporate environment in which learning, and growth are commonplace. We operate in an innovative field that requires our staff to meet the highest standards. Every step of the way, we encourage one another by providing continuous motivation and promoting a healthy work environment.

Community Contributions

Not only are Blackrock’s employees committed to improving lives through their work, but many also strive to improve the community by volunteering in their spare time. Our efforts vary from donating blood and feeding the hungry to volunteering at the Utah Food Bank. We also value community education —teaching science labs to children, coaching sports teams, and teaching first aid courses. We take pride in our employee’s extracurricular activities that contribute to the betterment of local communities.

Disclosure

In order to provide a safe and productive work environment, all offers of employment at Blackrock Neurotech are contingent upon a thorough background check. A criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate from an offer of employment.

Senior Electrode R&D Engineer Brain Computer Interface (BCI) to support different R&D and other funded projects. Provide support to the Electrode team by utilizing diode and Micro-Electro-Mechanical-Systems (MEMS) based fabrication techniques in the design, fabrication, and process characterization and optimization of neural electrodes, while also supporting manufacturing by working to improve electrode/array yield through application of process control and analysis. Be involved in the manufacturing process, testing, and optimization of neural electrodes. Prepare technical reports and coordinate engineering efforts among multidisciplinary teams. Work on the procurement, management, qualification and troubleshooting of semiconductor fabrication related equipment. Perform Installation Qualification, Operation Qualification, and Performance Qualification. Conduct electrochemical testing of neural electrodes. Operate in a cleanroom environment following safety procedures.

Requires Master of Science degree in Chemical Engineering or related field and background in semiconductor processing based microfabrication techniques; knowledge in the fabrication and characterization of diodes and Micro-Electro-Mechanical-Systems (MEMS); familiarity with photolithography, sputter metallization, wet etching, dry etching, and chemical vapor deposition; familiarity in inspection using techniques such as Scanning Electron Microscopy and thin film thickness measurement; familiarity with cleanroom environment and knowledge of laboratory safety procedures; knowledge of concepts of electrochemistry; knowledge of process control; knowledge and familiarity with engineering project management, planning, manpower, and budgeting to co-ordinate efforts among multi-disciplinary engineering teams.

Worksite Location: company’s office Salt Lake City, Utah 84108, and home office (a few times per week depending on workload). Resume to: Jessica Newman, Blackrock Neurotech, 630 Komas Dr., Suite 200, Salt Lake City UT 84108.

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