Research Biomedical Engineer

About The Project:

In support of advancing military medicine, the Research Biomedical Engineer will support research efforts for fMRI at Uniformed Services University (USU).

About The Position:

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

Please Note: MUST be able to obtain a Security Clearance and be legally authorized to work for any US employer without future sponsorship.

Salary Range

$73k- $95k/Annually. 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
• 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

The Geneva Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.