Biomedical Associate (Ph.D.)
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 various implantable medical devices. The associate will actively participate in the medical device practice, conduct technical evaluations for multinational medical device companies, assist with FDA submissions, and provide consulting in intellectual property and product liability litigation. Additionally, the role includes publishing research, 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
Benefits
- Competitive benefits
- Compensation and recognition programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
