Medical Device Scientist/Physicist/Engineer

UST; Mendota Heights (MN); Remote; USD 70,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

UST is looking for a Medical Device Scientist/Physicist/Engineer to lead efforts in designing and developing advanced magnetic tracking systems for medical applications. This senior-level position requires a strong background in applied physics and hands-on experience in regulated environments. The role offers opportunities for innovation in a dynamic and collaborative setting.

Benefits

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Holidays

401(k) with matching

Health insurance

Life and disability benefits

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in designing and troubleshooting magnetic tracking systems.
• Strong background in electromagnetic field behavior and distortion mitigation.
• Experience in FDA-regulated medical device environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Act as an internal expert, guiding complex physics-based design trade-offs.
• Design lab tests and simulations to enhance system accuracy.
• Guide the team through early R&D obstacles with robust magnetic tracking solutions.

Skills

Electromagnetism

Signal distortion correction algorithms

Sensor fusion

Field mapping algorithms

Education

PhD in Physics or related field

Job description

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Role Overview

We are seeking a senior-level expert—preferably a scientist or physicist—with hands-on experience in designing, developing, and troubleshooting magnetic tracking systems, particularly in medical device or similar precision environments.

About UST

Born digital, UST transforms lives through technology. We collaborate with clients worldwide, embedding innovation and agility to create transformative, human-centered solutions for a better world. With over 29,000 team members across more than 30 countries, we foster a culture of innovation and impact. Visit us at UST.com.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as an internal expert, sharing insights and navigating complex physics-based design tradeoffs.
• Assist in designing lab tests and simulations to evaluate and improve system accuracy.
• Guide the team through early R&D obstacles, proposing strategies for robust magnetic tracking solutions.

Qualifications

• Experience building and shipping magnetic tracking solutions, especially for catheter navigation, cardiac, gastrointestinal, or surgical systems.
• Deep familiarity with electromagnetic field behavior, distortion mitigation, and high-accuracy submillimeter tracking.
• Strong background in applied physics, electromagnetism, and signal distortion correction algorithms.
• Experience with sensor fusion and field mapping algorithms.
• Ability to work from first principles to identify root causes and solutions.
• Experience in regulated environments (preferred), especially FDA-regulated (Class II/III) devices.

Additional Details

Location: Remote

Salary Range: $70,000 - $104,000

Benefits

Includes paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, 401(k) with matching, health insurance, life and disability benefits, and more, with specifics varying by employment type and location.

Company Values

We uphold humility, humanity, and integrity, fostering a people-first, sustainable culture that prioritizes belonging, responsible innovation, and client satisfaction.

Equal Opportunity

UST is an Equal Opportunity Employer, considering all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, gender, or other protected characteristics.