Open application for experienced professionals

Do you want to apply your experience in the medtech industry work in a team to solve R&D problems that can end up saving lives in the intensive care unit? We're looking for you!

GlucoSet is developing an innovative sensor technology that uses the combination of optical measurements and smart material to continuously measure glucose, and have recently done patient testing. A start-up of 18 full-time employees is working on product development and establishing a prototype manufacturing site in Trondheim, Norway. Of these, 6 are focused on sensor development. We are now looking for a Development Engineer experienced with 1) chemistry (preferable polymer chemistry) or 2) material science, who can help this team and the development work that remains on the Glucose monitoring system.

The Development Engineer is responsible for the design and development of the sensor activities. The responsibilities are to solve complex technical problems and to design sensors. This role includes documentation according to our quality management system.

What we offer:

  • Purpose: Work on complex technical problems worth solving, and build products that will save lives.

  • Team: We have a strong focus on teamwork and try to solve problems and issues together.

  • Independence: We expect you to think for yourself and to voice your thoughts and ideas.

  • Responsibility: We look for self-starters with a can-do-attitude who take responsibility, be it individually and in a team.

  • Challenges: We promise that the challenges will grow at least as fast as you do.

  • Fun: We care about having a good time together and look for people who want to create a fun workplace.

Skill set

  • You enjoy solving complex technical problems

  • You have experience working in teams

  • You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Minimum requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or PhD in relevant field

  • Experience from the medical device industry is required, ie. work experience with ISO 13485 and/or other relevant standards

    • Working in academia on medical technology is not industry experience unless you followed e.g. ISO 13485

  • Fluent in English, written and spoken (You do not need to understand Norwegian)

Why join us?

  • Solving complex technical problems

  • Challenges that will help you grow 

  • Freedom and room for your initiative and drive

  • A passionate and supportive team

  • Competitive salary

  • Employee stock option program

  • Be part of an exciting journey to develop an innovative solution for an unresolved issue in the hospital

Interested in joining us in beautiful Trondheim, a Norwegian city with just the right size, with an abundance of local nature experiences?

Please submit your resume (1-2 pages) and application (1 page) in English via hiring@glucoset.com.

About the company

GlucoSet is a spin-off from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology, and has offices and cleanroom in Trondheim, Norway. GlucoSet is developing a glucose monitoring system using a combination of optical fiber and smart materials. The monitoring of glucose in the hospital is crucial to reduce complications and lower costs in critically ill patients. No system exists so far capable of fulfilling the complex technical and regulatory requirements of such a device and requirements of the customer and user. The first product is expected to enter the market in 2024. Because GlucoSet is a startup, your work will have significant influence on the company.