• Assistant Research Engineer (Biomedical Engineer)…

    Johns Hopkins University (Baltimore, MD)


    The Ghazi Simulation Innovation Lab (SIL), a research laboratory in the Department of Urology, and the Krieger Lab in the Laboratory for Computational Sensing and Robotics is seeking a Biomedical Engineer (BME) to contribute to ongoing projects and experiments pertaining to model development. The BME will aim to further the contributions by developing novel simulation models for surgical training, education, and rehearsal.

     

    Specific Duties & Responsibilities

    The BME will contribute towards the following roles:

    + Fabricating high-fidelity hydrogel organs for surgical simulation via hydrogel injection molding

    + Design and modification of computer-assisted (CAD) models form DICOM imaging files to develop generic and patient-specific renderings (i.e. vi).

    + Segmentation of DICOM imaging files from C.T. and MRI into virtual renderings to create patient-specific models for preoperative surgical planning.

    + Independently operate and maintain 3D printers (FDM) for printing various molds and parts for simulation models.

    + Drafting of manuscripts and grants for review by Dr. Ghazi prior to submission.

     

    Other duties as assigned.

     

    Special Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

     

    + Hands-on skills with fabrication, crafting, painting, etc.

    + 3D printing and modeling.

    + Detail-oriented and ability to work independently.

    Minimum Qualifications

    + Master's degree in biology, STEM, or closely related field strongly preferred.

    + Previous research may substitute for required work experience.

    Preferred Qualifications

    + Master's degree in biomedical engineering.

    + Previous research/experience in additive manufacturing techniques (3D printing).

    + Previous laboratory experience.

    + Publications demonstrating the capacity to conduct research.

    + The ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary research team.

    + Illustrate the motivation and discipline to conduct autonomous research.

    + High-level interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills in English.

    + Stong drive to create work at a hight quality.

     

    Salary: $60,000 - $65,000

     

    + Curriculum Vitae

    + List of Publications (if applicable).

    + Any additional documents relevant for the position.

    Job Type: Full Time

    The listed salary range represents the minimum and maximum Johns Hopkins University offers for this position, based on a good faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual compensation will vary depending on factors such as location, skills, experience, market conditions, education, and internal equity. Not all candidates will qualify for the highest salary in the range.

     

    Johns Hopkins provides a comprehensive benefits package supporting health, career, and retirement. Learn more: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.

     

    Equal Opportunity Employer

     

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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