Biomedical Research Engineer

About the Position

The Research Biomedical Engineer provides support and technical expertise to the research team. He/She also assists in the development of research protocols, technical procedures, and collecting and analyzing data.

Salary Range

$75,000. Salaries are determined based on several factors including external market data, internal equity, and the candidate’s related knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position.

Responsibilities

• Provides research services to develop and execute research protocols and test plans, some of which may involve human subjects
• Coordinates research protocols and/or test plans involving human subjects or animals at external agencies
• Leads and/or assists research team in executing the research protocol or test plan, including, but not limited to, development of the research or test methodology, data collection, data analysis, and reporting the findings
• Manages all aspects of in-house  research protocols or test plans involving human subjects including, but not limited to, developing the technical procedures, collecting and analyzing technical data, publishing as technical reports or open-literature publications, and presenting at scientific conferences or meetings
• Assists in grant writing related to the research
• Works with Principal and Associate Investigators as well as outside collaborators to coordinate and execute research protocols, grant development, including budget and budget justification and acquisition of supporting documentation; and to monitor periodic progress and execution of reporting
• May be required to fly on military aircraft or ride in military vehicles in the official conduct of duties of the position
• May be required to travel outside of the United States to attend working groups meetings, workshops, conferences, or other meetings

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering or related field required. Master’s degree preferred
• 3-6 years’ experience and/or education in developing and executing scientific research protocols involving human subjects preferred
• Prosthetics Experience: Demonstrated experience in the design, testing, or clinical implementation of prosthetic devices. Familiarity with biomechanical principles and patient-centered design practices in prosthetic development is highly desirable.
• Ankle-Foot Orthosis (AFO) Design: Hands-on experience with the development, customization, or evaluation of ankle-foot orthotic devices. Understanding of gait biomechanics, materials selection, and device optimization for mobility improvement is preferred.
• MATLAB Proficiency: Strong working knowledge of MATLAB for data analysis, modeling, signal processing, or simulation in a biomechanical or biomedical engineering context. Ability to develop custom scripts or toolboxes for research or product development is a plus
• Two years’ nonprofit, governmental, or research experience preferred
• Demonstrated experience in data analysis using engineering software, computer programming, writing technical publications, and oral communications required
• Demonstrated experience in applying statistical techniques to research data required
• Basic understanding of human physiology and/or anatomy required