Shunqiang (Shawn) Wang
About Shunqiang (Shawn) Wang
Shunqiang (Shawn) Wang is a Staff Engineer specializing in Hardware Systems at Vizgen, with over a decade of experience in the life science tool sector. He has held various engineering roles at notable companies, including Thermo Fisher Scientific and Nautilus Biotechnology, and possesses a strong academic background with a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Lehigh University.
Work at Vizgen
Shunqiang Wang currently serves as a Staff Engineer in Hardware Systems at Vizgen, a position he has held since 2021. His role involves leveraging his extensive experience in hardware systems design and automation to contribute to the development of innovative life science tools. Wang's work focuses on enhancing laboratory instrument capabilities and improving workflow efficiencies within the organization.
Previous Experience at Nautilus Biotechnology
Prior to his current role, Wang worked at Nautilus Biotechnology as a Technical Lead in Engineering Integration for four months in 2021. He also held the position of Senior Engineer in Hardware and Systems Engineering at the same company from 2020 to 2021, where he contributed to the development of advanced biotechnological solutions. His experience at Nautilus emphasized his ability to integrate complex systems within the biotechnology sector.
Experience at Thermo Fisher Scientific
Wang has significant experience at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where he worked as Engineer III in Systems Design from 2017 to 2019 and later as Staff Engineer in Systems Design from 2019 to 2020. His roles involved defining system and subsystem requirements, creating test cases, and executing verification and validation plans for laboratory instruments and in vitro diagnostic devices. This experience solidified his expertise in hardware systems within the life sciences industry.
Education and Expertise
Wang holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechatronical Engineering from Zhejiang University, where he studied from 2007 to 2011. He further advanced his education by obtaining a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Mechanical Engineering from Lehigh University, completing his studies from 2011 to 2016. Additionally, he earned a Professional Certificate in Systems Engineering from MIT xPRO in 2020. His educational background supports his extensive knowledge in hardware systems design and automation.
Background in Research and Development
Wang has a decade of hands-on experience in the life science tool space, focusing on hardware systems design, development, and automation. He has worked as a Postdoctoral Research Associate at Princeton University and as a Graduate Research Assistant at Lehigh University. His background includes integrating novel molecular and cellular assays into advanced platforms, such as microfluidic chips and nanostructured devices, showcasing his capability in research and development within the field.