Ultrasound Engineer: Brain Imaging & Beamforming

Nudge; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Nudge seeks an ultrasound engineer to advance non-invasive brain-interfacing technology. You will enhance transducer array models and subject-specific acoustics, evaluating safety and performance while guiding next-gen device design through modeling and prototyping.

The role includes developing signal processing, beamforming, holography, and imaging algorithms to push the boundaries of ultrasound applications in neuroscience.

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Experience with ultrasound metrology.
• Experience with acoustic modeling software.
• Strong understanding of biomedical applications of ultrasound.
• Demonstrated history of exceptional technical contribution.
• High integrity and strong professional judgement.

Responsibilities

• Improve acoustic models of transducer arrays and subject-specific acoustic properties with feedback from benchtop and clinical testing.
• Evaluate the devices for both safety and performance considerations.
• Inform the design of next-generation devices through modeling and prototype testing.
• Develop software and algorithms for signal processing, beamforming, holography, and imaging.

Skills

Engineering fundamentals

Physics first principles

Ultrasound metrology

Acoustic modeling

Biomedical ultrasound

Technical contribution

Integrity & judgement

Education

PhD in engineering

Tools

Acoustic modeling software

Signal processing

Beamforming

Holography

Imaging software

Job description

Nudge seeks an ultrasound engineer to advance non-invasive brain-interfacing technology. You will enhance transducer array models and subject-specific acoustics, evaluating safety and performance while guiding next-gen device design through modeling and prototyping.

The role includes developing signal processing, beamforming, holography, and imaging algorithms to push the boundaries of ultrasound applications in neuroscience.