Neurosurgical Robot Operator (Part-Time)

Future Ventures; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 56,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid holidays

Commuter benefits

Meals provided

401(k) plan

Equity (RSUs) for permanent staff

Parental leave

Flexible time off

Job summary

Neuralink is seeking a Part-Time Neurosurgical Robot Operator to conduct tests for engineering teams and collaborate with cross-functional experts to improve robot operation.

You will set up and operate surgical robots during testing, develop SOPs, document GLP, troubleshoot with robotics and surgical specialists, and manage parts inventory while applying 5S to maintain an organized workspace.

Qualifications

• 2+ years troubleshooting/testing experience or equivalent
• Strong technical aptitude and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• Meticulous attention to detail and commitment to safety
• BS degree or equivalent experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Setting up and operating surgical robots during testing
• Utilizing GLP documentation
• Developing SOPs and work instructions for robot operation
• Communicating effectively while troubleshooting with robotics and surgical experts
• Managing inventory of parts, fixtures, tooling, spare parts, and consumables
• Applying 5S principles to maintain a clean and organized workspace
• Performing additional projects or duties as assigned

Skills

Troubleshooting

Technical aptitude

Communication

Attention to detail

Safety mindset

Education

Bachelor of Science (BS) degree or equivalent experience

Job description

About Neuralink:

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.

Team Description:

The Neurosurgical Robot Operator Team, a division of the Surgery & Robot Hardware Department, is directly responsible for the setup and operation of surgical robots during surgeries under medical professional supervision. Our team regularly collaborates on cross-functional projects to enhance robotic surgical capabilities.

Job Description and Responsibilities:

As a Part-Time Neurosurgical Robot Operator, you will be in charge of conducting tests for engineering teams and communicating with cross-functional experts to build efficiencies around robot operation.

Other job duties will entail:

• Setting up and operating surgical robots during testing
• Utilizing GLP documentation
• Developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and work instructions for robot operation
• Communicating effectively while troubleshooting technical issues alongside robotics and surgical experts
• Managing inventory of parts, fixtures, tooling, spare parts, and consumables
• Applying 5S principles (Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain) to maintain a clean and organized workspace environment
• Performing additional projects or duties as assigned

This is a part-time position. The Neurosurgical Robot Operator should expect to work an estimated 25 hours per week, Monday-Friday.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of troubleshooting/testing experience, or equivalent
• Strong technical aptitude and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Commitment to safety

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree or equivalent industry experience
• Prior experience in robotics operation, maintenance, or related fields
• Research or (pre)clinical experience in a medical or scientific setting
• Solid understanding of engineering first principles

Hourly Range:

$24.52 — $40.87/Hr USD

What We Offer:

Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits listed below.

• An opportunity to change the world and work with some of the smartest and most talented experts from different fields
• Growth potential; we rapidly advance team members who have an outsized impact
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance through a PPO plan
• Paid holidays
• Commuter benefits
• Meals provided
• Equity (RSUs) *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded
• 401(k) plan *Interns initially excluded until they work 1,000 hours
• Parental leave *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded
• Flexible time off *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded