Description
The Research Associate will collaborate with neuroscientists, engineers, and clinicians to develop and test biomedical devices for eventual deployment as clinical medical therapy devices. Responsibilities include contributing to project-based teams of biomedical engineers and researchers to develop and test new biomedical devices and techniques and providing technical leadership during the design and testing of pre-clinical and clinical medical therapy devices. The candidate is expected to contribute to all stages of the research, including hardware and software development; benchtop model and prototype construction; evaluation of equipment safety and efficacy; experimental design; regulatory compliance; coordination with pre-clinical and clinical researchers, including supervising staff, graduate and undergraduate students; project management; data collection, analyzing data, preparation of written documentation, and disseminating results.
Minimum Education and Experience
Ph.D in a related field.
Preferred Education and Experience
Candidates are expected to have a PhD related to neuroscience, biomedical engineering, physical rehabilitation science or similar disciplines. Preferred applicants will have research experience in neurophysiology systems, clinical device design, and/or implantable materials development, strong written and oral communication skills, and an ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The Research Associate will collaborate with a team of neuroscientists, engineers, and clinicians to develop and test biomedical devices for eventual deployment as clinical medical therapy devices. Responsibilities include contributing to project-based teams of biomedical engineers and researchers to develop and test new biomedical devices and techniques and providing technical leadership during the design and testing of pre-clinical and clinical medical therapy devices. The candidate is expected to contribute to all stages of the research, including hardware and software development; benchtop model and prototype construction; evaluation of equipment safety and efficacy; experimental design; regulatory compliance; coordination with pre-clinical and clinical researchers, including supervising staff, graduate and undergraduate students; project management; data collection, analyzing data, preparation of written documentation, and disseminating results. The position requires regular meetings with other Center researchers and will include assisting in creating and maintaining constructive collaborations with outside researchers.
Salary will be based on the National Institutes of Health's guidelines for National Research Service Awards and will reflect the candidate's experience related to the job requirements.
Additional Information
A remote work schedule is not available for this position.
What We Can Offer
UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an employee-friendly and supportive work environment. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package that is effective as of your hire date includes:
- Competitive Salary
- Tuition Benefits
- Internal Training
- BCBS PPO Medical insurance – 100% paid for full-time employees
- PPO and DHMO Dental Insurance Plan – PPO plans include ortho benefits
- Vision Insurance
- Long and short-term disability
- TRS Retirement Plan – defined benefit plan offering lifetime annuity upon retirement
- Voluntary Retirement Plan Options – additional savings opportunities with Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans and Deferred Compensation Plans
- Dental/Vision/AD&D
- Paid time off
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Winter Break
- Fertility Benefits
- Remote Work Options – approved by department
If you are looking for a rewarding career opportunity with great benefits? Look no further! Join our team!
Important Message
1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.
2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. EOE, including disability/veterans. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.
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