HJF is seeking a Research Engineer I to perform research and/or development in collaboration with others for projects. Responsible for systems design and configuration, implementation, testing and maintenance of hardware systems involving electronics components, radiation detectors and computer interfaces for collecting and processing research data in conjunction with a specified program.
Requirements
- Understanding of the underlying principles of physics, mathematics and physiology as it applies to biomedical engineering.
- knowledge of PET techniques preferred.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for systems design and configuration, implementation, testing and maintenance of hardware systems involving electronics components, radiation detectors and computer interfaces for collecting and processing research data in conjunction with a specified program.
- Support the Government in direction of the integration, fabrication, and functional testing of systems after installation to ensure that performance meets specifications and customer requirements.
- Sets up, operates, and calibrates laboratory equipment in accordance with research protocols.
- Researches and collects data through complex laboratory/scientific experiments, techniques, and procedures.
- Compiles and analyzes data using scientific or statistical techniques.
- Assists with writing and editing material for publication and presentation.
- Maintains data and records securely, including the use of an assigned laboratory notebook.
Other
- Associates' degree in related field plus 5 years of related experience OR Bachelor's Degree plus demonstratable experience.
- US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance , including background check and drug screening.
- All staff required to enter the labs shall maintain current certification in American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS); American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Course; American Red Cross CPR (Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation); or equivalent.
- Lifting: Requires lifting materials up to 10 lbs.
- Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods
