Research Technician - College of Engineering - BioMedical Engineering
About The Position
Carnegie Mellon University's Biomedical Engineering (BME) Department, within the College of Engineering, is seeking a Research Technician to join the Cohen-Karni team in the Hybrid-Nanomaterials and Nano-Bioelectronics Group. This role will contribute to integrated multidisciplinary research focused on developing cutting-edge science and technologies to enhance bioelectrical devices' functionality, performance, and longevity. The research involves using unconventional approaches for designing and fabricating bioelectrical platforms with the goal of clinical translation, specifically assisting in the fabrication and deployment of unique electrochemical actuators for controlled therapeutics delivery.
Requirements
- BSc in Materials Science and Engineering, Biomedical Engineering on topics related to (implanted) bioelectronics, electrocatalysis and/or electrochemistry is required.
- Coursework in electrochemistry is required.
- Experience with chemical wet lab work is required.
- The ability to work well in a self-paced, independent manner, while working well in cooperation with team members and partners is required.
- A commitment to meet research project deadlines is required.
- Successful background check.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with in vivo experimentation is desired.
- Experience programming in Matlab and/or Python is desired.
- Experience with SEM/TEM/Raman/XPS/XRD is desired.
Responsibilities
- Performs equipment or instrument repair.
- Performs lab set-up and preparation for experiments or instruction.
- Ensures appropriate and safe handling of all lab stock and supplies.
- Instructs lab students in safe handling of lab stock and supplies.
- Enforces safety rules and regulations to ensure a safe working environment.
- Maintains lab inventory, ordering supplies as needed.
- Works with academic departments to ensure the maintenance of lab instruments, equipment, and facilities.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
- Documents results of lab experiments.
- Maintains databases and other files or records.
- Works with students to collect and tabulate homework and experiment reports.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance
- Generous retirement savings program with employer contributions
- Tuition benefits
- Ample paid time off
- Observed holidays
- Life and accidental death and disability insurance
- Free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass
- Access to Family Concierge Team
- Fitness center access
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
