Description

University of Pittsburgh Physicians is seeking a full-time Biomedical Engineer - Associate to support the 3D Printing Program at UPMC Presbyterian!

Under the direction of the Physician Medical Director, the Biomedical Engineer - Associate will serve as support staff for the 3D Printing Program within UPMC. This role will be responsible for the care of 3D printing and related equipment within UPMC.

Responsibilities:

• Under the direction of the Physician Medical Director, the incumbent will serve as support staff for the 3D Printing Program within UPMC.
• Incumbent will be responsible for care of 3D printing and related equipment within UPMC.
• 3D Printing: Incumbent is expected to segment relevant anatomy from clinical imaging data (e.g. CT and MRI) and generate and manufacture patient-specific 3D printed anatomic models and surgical guides.
• Device Development: Incumbent is expected to aid the development, testing, and manufacture of medical devices along with the development and application of associated Quality Management Systems.
• Research: Incumbent will also be expected to participate in ongoing departmental research projects towards the innovation of novel applications and devices utilizing 3D printing technology.
  • The research will be under the mentorship of the Medical Director.
• Communication: Incumbent will be expected to communicate with physicians and staff requesting 3D printed models to facilitate the design, manufacture, and delivery of the models.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Biomedical, or other related Engineering field.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate well, both orally and in written form.
• Preferred:
  • Prior experience with medical 3D printing, including anatomic models and surgical guides.
  • Ability to work independently in a variety of software platforms used for post-processing of medical imaging data, including Materialise Mimics, Materialise 3-Matic, Formlabs Pre-Form, Materialise Pro-plan, etc.
  • In-depth knowledge and experience with various additive manufacturing processes.
  • An in-depth understanding of the human anatomy.
  • Prior experience with medical device design and computer-aided design software packages, such as SolidWorks or AutoCAD.
  • Previous experience with Quality Management Systems in medical device development, including 21 CFR Part 820 and ISO 13485.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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