Research Scientist/Engineer, Sr. - 1583

Location: Northern CA

Designs, executes and interprets experiments that contribute to product strategies. Guides a cross-functional engineering team to complete research tasks like developing proof-of-concept and prototype stage medical devices. Plans and conducts applied research in the engineering lab and on large animal models of cardiac arrest and myocardial infarction with in collaboration with team members. Makes detailed observations, analyzes data and interprets results. Prepares technical reports, summaries, protocols and quantitative analyses. Provides regular status and research updates to multiple stakeholders. Investigates, creates and develops new technologies for product advancement. Communicates results internally and externally at meetings and with customers. SKILLS:  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required:  in-depth knowledge of physiology, preclinical research and medical devices is essential; track record of preclinical research leading to successful product development in the medical device industry; very strong communication and interpersonal skills; knowledge of cardiovascular physiology, blood-contacting biomaterials, and in vivo experimentation; extensive interaction with product development; ability to work in a cross-functional, matrixed work environment with multiple stakeholders; ability to travel domestically and internationally; exposure to clinical studies is optional.  Previous work in biomedical engineering, sensors or general engineering is optional; exposure to medical devices and biomedical instrumentation routinely used in biomedical research is required.  Master's degree or doctorate in biomedical engineering, systems physiology or equivalent, plus 1-5 years related industrial research experience. 

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