Research Engineer - MRI & Brain Study

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Research Engineer - MRI & Brain Study

Join Cleveland Clinic's Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. Here, you will work alongside a passionate and dedicated team, receive endless support and appreciation and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

As a Research Engineer supporting MRI acquisition and analysis for the Cleveland Clinic Brain Study, you will divide your time between performing MRI scans of brain images and working with the resulting data. Responsibilities include processing and pipelining imaging data, conducting data quality checks, coordinating scans and determining patient eligibility. You will also analyze, investigate and plan specific engineering criteria, characteristics and features to achieve project goals.

A caregiver in this role works a day/evening rotation from 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. with weekend requirements.

Sunday shifts are from 12:00 p.m. -- 8:00 p.m. (two per month) and Saturday shifts are from 8:00 a.m. -- 4:00 p.m. (one per month)

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Analyze, investigate and plan specific engineering criteria, characteristics and features to meet assignment goals.
• Perform routine engineering investigations in support of current research or product development efforts using engineering software analysis tools.
• Prepare design sketches or drawings for components, sub-assemblies, processes or equipment using CAD or 3-D solid modeling software.
• Assist with the design, development and evaluation of prototype medical devices, equipment and software.
• Assist with the preparation and evaluation of test protocols and test specimens.
• Prepare charts, graphs and documentation in support of articles for publication, project reports and grant applications.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Bachelor of Science in biomedical, mechanical, or electrical engineering or in a related field.
• Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Previous experience and completion of a co-op or internship.
• Engineering background.
• Interest in working directly with patients.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods.
• Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment.
• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.
• Ability to distinguish color.
• Manual dexterity to handle specimens and repair equipment.
• Ability to lift and transport equipment or specimens weighing up to 20 pounds.
• May be exposed to hazardous chemicals, bio-hazards, radioactive materials, etc.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our tobacco free and drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substance and nicotine.

Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.

Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility.