Neurosurgeon Resident Austin, Texas

ESRhealthcare and EXEC STAFF RECRUITERS • Austin, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

We are creating devices that enable a bi-directional interface with the brain. These devices allow us to restore movement to the paralyzed, restore sight to the blind, and revolutionize how humans interact with their digital world. The Surgery Team is responsible for making sure Neuralink's surgeries are performed safely and efficiently. We work with many other teams to coordinate, prep, and execute our Clinical and Preclinical surgical activities while generating and recording necessary data throughout the process. We also work closely with the Surgery Engineering team by testing new surgical techniques, hardware, and software and provide end-user feedback so the design process can be optimized for real world application.

Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine.
• Resident Physician in Neurosurgery
• You are a neurosurgeon, neurosurgical resident, or other surgeon-in-training as approved by Neuralink
• Research year in residency
• 1-2 years of experience performing neurosurgery in an operating room
• Expert knowledge of operating room procedures with respect to sterile fields, surgical equipment, and surgical procedures

Nice To Haves

• Evidence of exceptional ability in neurosurgery
• Keen attention to detail
• First-principles-based thinking
• Ability to effectively manage multiple and changing priorities

Responsibilities

• Train with neurosurgical leads to function as an assistant or primary surgeon for experimental brain-computer interface procedures using human cadavers or large animal subjects.
• Work closely with technical teams to continuously refine and innovate surgical techniques and provide usability and safety feedback.
• Participate in engineering design reviews for new developments of the surgical robot, surgical processes, or implant.
• Work closely with Preclinical scientists to guide study protocol design.
• Work closely with veterinary anesthesiologists and veterinary technicians to ensure the humane and ethical use of animal subjects.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level