Sr. Research Specialist/Biomedical Engineer

Job Req ID: 113476

Sr. Research Specialist/Biomedical Engineer

Dr. Ahmed Ghazi’s Simulation Innovation Lab (SIL), a research laboratory in the Department of Urology, is seeking a Sr. Research Specialist/Biomedical Engineer (BME) to contribute to ongoing projects and experiments pertaining to model development. The BME will aim to further SIL’s contributions to developing novel simulation models for surgical training,

education, and rehearsal.

Specific

Duties &

Responsibilities

The BME will contribute towards the following roles, Make intellectual contributions to the scientific research interests of the lab. In collaboration with PI, make research project decisions that may alter research objectives and direction. Fabricating high-fidelity hydrogel organs for surgical simulation via hydrogel injection molding Design and modification of computer-assisted (CAD) models form DICOM imaging files to develop generic and patient-specific renderings (i.e. vi Segmentation of DICOM imaging files from C.T. and MRI into virtual renderings to create patient-specific models for preoperative surgical planning. Independently operate and maintain 3D printers (FDM) for printing various molds and parts for simulation models. Drafting of manuscripts and grants for review by Dr. Ghazi prior to submission. May provide work direction to staff including recommendations and evaluation of performance. Other

duties as assigned.

Special Knowledge,

Skills & Abilities

Hands-on

skills with fabrication, crafting, painting. 3D printing and modeling. Independent worker, attention to detail.

Minimum

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field.Four year's

experience in a comparable laboratory performing relevant techniques.Master's degree, with related graduate research, may substitute for

experience to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Preferred

Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Biomedical Engineering, Biology, STEM, or closely related field strongly preferred. Previous research/

experience in additive manufacturing techniques (3D printing). Previous laboratory

experience. Previous publications demonstrating the capacity to conduct research. The ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary research team. Illustrate the motivation and discipline to carry out autonomous research. High-level interpersonal, written and oral communication

skills in English. Strong drive to create work at a high quality.

Classified Title: Sr. Research Specialist

Job Posting Title (Working Title): Sr. Research Specialist/Biomedical Engineer

Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/MC

Starting

Salary Range: $47,500 - $83,300 Annually ($65,400 targeted; Commensurate with

experience)

Employee group: Full Time

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 A.M - 5:00 P.M

Exempt Status: Exempt

Location: School of Medicine Campus

Department name: SOM Uro Urology Research

Personnel area: School of Medicine

Total Rewards

The Referenced

salary range is based on Johns Hopkins University’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual

compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic

location, work

experience, market conditions,

education/training and skill level. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/

benefits-worklife/.

Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of

experience. Additional related

experience may substitute for required

education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum

education/

experience required for the respective job.

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