Biomedical Associate (Ph.D.)

Exponent•Philadelphia, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Exponent is seeking a Biomedical Associate for its Biomedical Engineering and Sciences Practice in Philadelphia, PA. This role involves working within a team to solve complex problems for clients in the biomedical engineering field, utilizing both experimental and computational modeling tools. The position focuses on managing and executing projects related to biomechanics, biomaterials, implant testing, and computer simulations for implantable medical devices. Responsibilities include technical evaluations, analysis, and testing for medical device companies, the FDA, and litigation support. The role also involves contributing to the publication of research, assisting in marketing technical capabilities, and developing expertise through consulting services.

Requirements

Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering, Bioengineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Biophysics, or a related field.
Specialized knowledge in computational modeling tools (e.g., finite element analysis, computational fluid dynamics, etc.) for the evaluation of medical devices and/or human anatomy and physiology
Significant experience using computer-aided design (CAD) tools and developing codes/scripts for the purposes of data analysis and/or workflow automation
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with multiphysics problems and solutions using COMSOL, ANSYS, or equivalent software packages is desirable
Familiarity with mechanical testing of implants, biomaterials, and animal/human tissue desirable

Responsibilities

Managing and executing specific biomechanics, biomaterials, implant testing, and computer simulation projects related to a variety of implantable medical devices
Actively participating in Exponent’s medical device practice, including evaluations of implant materials, analysis of tissue/device interactions, and developing computational models of implantable medical devices
Performing technical evaluations, analysis, and testing on the behalf of multinational medical device companies for the FDA and consulting in intellectual property and product liability litigation
Publishing at conferences and in peer-reviewed literature
Assisting in marketing the group’s technical capabilities to clients and the scientific community
Developing additional expertise and gaining additional industry exposure through our unique technical consulting services