3D Engineer

Yale University; New Haven (CT); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 101,000; Part time

Job summary

Yale University seeks a professional to support Yale-New Haven Hospital (YNHH) clinical cases with image segmentation, virtual surgical planning, patient-specific device design, and 3D printing of models and devices. Role includes hospital-based work, adherence to SOPs and regulatory guidance for point-of-care printing.

The position interfaces with physicians, supports clinical research projects, and may expand to other specialties over time.

Qualifications

• Defines and executes clinical workflows for image segmentation, planning and device design.
• Performs 3D research and provides support for clinical projects.
• Maintains and tracks capital equipment (3D printers).
• Follows SOPs and quality management system requirements.

Responsibilities

• Carries out research within the study protocol and adheres to human subjects regulations.
• Develops admission criteria based on project goals.
• Identifies funding sources and potential partnerships.
• Evaluates feasibility and negotiates contracts with funders.
• Develops IRB submissions and collaborates with PIs on protocols.
• Creates data collection procedures and coding manuals.
• Documents and transmits study data accurately.

Skills

Clinical workflows for imageSeg

3D segmentation

3D printing

ISO standards & HIPAA

SOPs documentation

Hospital environment

Education

Master's degree in related field

Job description

Working at Yale means contributing to a better tomorrow. Whether you are a current resident of our New Haven-based community, eligible for opportunities through the New Haven Hiring Initiative, or a newcomer, interested in exploring all that Yale has to offer, your talents and contributions are welcome. Discover your opportunities at Yale!

Overview

The primary focus of this position will be to support YNHH clinical cases with image segmentation, virtual surgical planning, patient specific device design, and 3D printing of models and devices. The initial case work will start in Orthopaedics but may expand to other specialties over time. This role will interface directly with physicians and attend surgeries in the hospital environment. This role will require adherence to SOPs and thorough documentation of case work, with an understanding of ISO standards and FDA guidance on point of care 3D printing. Secondarily, this role will support clinical research projects as requested, including device design and/or 3D printing of components.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Ability to define and execute clinical workflows for image segmentation, virtual surgical planning, and 3DP patient-specific medical device design.
• Ability to perform technical analysis and 3D research as requested. Ability to provide 3D support for other clinical interests and projects.
• Source expertise for specific projects as needed. Maintain capital equipment - 3D printers and associated equipment.
• Track all clinical work per SOPs according to our quality management system.
• Ability to work within a hospital environment adhering to all regulations (IRB, HIPAA, etc.)

Preferred Skills and Abilities

• Master's degree in a related field (e.g., engineering, public health, social sciences).
• Proven experience preparing IRB protocols, amendments, and progress reports.
• Proven experience with clinical trials, including patient recruitment and regulatory submissions.
• Familiarity with statistical analysis software (e.g., SPSS, SAS, R).
• Prior experience working on large-scale research studies or multi-visit projects.

Principal Responsibilities

• Carries out research within the scope of the established study protocol. Adheres to all human subjects regulations as defined by Yale University and the federal government that pertain to research studies.
• Develops criteria for admission of study subjects based on goals and objectives of project.
• Determines potential sources of funding and prospective partnerships.
• Evaluates feasibility of accepting potential projects through analysis of staffing needs, resource requirements, financial costs, and current planned capacity of group. Negotiates contracts and/or changes with funder.
• Develops original HIC/IRB submissions. Based on knowledge of science and research goals, collaborates with PIs on major revisions and contributes to scientific protocols. Plans and implements changes.
• Develops forms, questionnaires and the application of research techniques; writes procedures manuals for data collection and coding.
• Responsible for the documentation and transmission of study data. Ensures that report forms are accurately documented and completed in a timely manner at each site location.
• Works independently to develop manage and organize multi site studies. Serves as primary coordinator between University, non-Yale collaborators, pharmaceutical companies, HIC, IRB and funding sources.
• Performs descriptive and multivariate statistical analyses of data, using computer software.
• Designs and implements quality control measures to ensure accurate collection and processing of data.
• Contributes in-depth, original thought and relevance to written reports and to the writing of abstracts and manuscripts.

Required Education and Experience

Master’s Degree in a related discipline and two years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job Posting Date

10/26/2026

Job Category

Professional

Bargaining Unit

NON

Compensation Grade

Clinical & Research

Compensation Grade Profile

Research Associate 2 HSS (23)

Salary Range

$65,000.00 - $101,000.00

Benefits

A general description of Yale University benefits is available at:

Time Type

Part time

Duration Type

Staff Fixed Duration (Fixed Term)

Work Model

Hybrid

Background Check Requirements

All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.

Health Requirements

Certain positions have associated health requirements based on specific job responsibilities. These may include vaccinations, tests, or examinations, as required by law, regulation, or university policy.

Posting Disclaimer

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