Biomedical Device Prototyping Technologist

Northwestern University; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition benefits for employee and/or/f

Paid vacation and holidays

Flexible work arrangements

Retirement savings options

Job summary

Northwestern University in Evanston seeks a biomedical engineering researcher to assist in experimental designs and prototype development of bioelectronic devices. The role involves following protocols, performing basic experiments, and helping validate results within established procedures.

The successful candidate will contribute to data analysis, record-keeping, and preparation of charts for publications.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree in a scientific major or related; OR appropriate combination of education and experience.
• Experience following detailed experimental protocols and accuracy in record-keeping.
• Proficiency with basic computer tools (spreadsheets, computations).
• Ability to work both independently and within a team.
• Manual dexterity for lab fabrication tasks.

Responsibilities

• Follow protocols, designs, set up and conduct basic experiments.
• Analyze data and troubleshoot protocols to improve accuracy and validity.
• Maintain detailed records and present results in charts/graphs.
• Support fabrication tasks such as clean room work, 3D printing, molding and electrical assembly.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Attention to detail

Independent and team work

Computer skills

Manual dexterity

Education

Bachelor's degree in science

Electronics/Electrical engineering background

Tools

Soldering

Fabrication tools

Device assembly

3D printing

Molding

Electrical assembly

Electrochemistry

Job description

Northwestern University in Evanston seeks a biomedical engineering researcher to assist in experimental designs and prototype development of bioelectronic devices. The role involves following protocols, performing basic experiments, and helping validate results within established procedures.

The successful candidate will contribute to data analysis, record-keeping, and preparation of charts for publications.