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Job Summary

Job Profile Summary
Summary
Provides a variety of duties to support the departmental needs. Depending in the intern assignment, tasks can vary from laboratory and research assistance.

Does this position require Patient Care?
No

Essential Functions
-Assists with in-person data collection.

-Assists with research experiences.

-Prepares for study visits including organizing paperwork, setting up equipment, and preparing study materials.

-Assists with subject scheduling.

-Assists with other research-related office tasks as needed.

-Processes collected data.

 

Qualifications

Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No

Licenses and Credentials

Experience
Prior experience in an office and/or research/laboratory setting 0-1 year preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- MS Office proficiency as well as the ability to learn how to use new software as needed.
- Effective interpersonal and communications skills, with research staff, children, and subject families.
- Ability to problem-solve and troubleshoot.
- An ability to work independently to schedule, plan, and complete subject visits.

 

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Position Overview: 

In this role, you will work with a multidisciplinary group of researchers on drug delivery systems. You will run and maintain multiple 3D printers (SLA, DLP, Polyjet and FDM), a CNC mill, a laser cutter, and other mechanical fabrication/testing equipment. Additionally, you will assist in prototyping and testing drug delivery systems. 

Responsibilities: 

- Work with PhD students and postdocs to design and prototype drug delivery systems via 3D printing/machining 

- Operate and maintain mechanical fabrication/testing equipment 

Formulate and perform chemical/mechanical characterization of polymeric materials for drug delivery 

- Execute statistical analysis of experiments 

Summarize and document research results/findings 

Required Qualications & Skills: 

Pursuing a B.S. or equivalent in mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering, or a related field; at least 6 months of relevant experience (co-op and internships considered). An ideal candidate will have a research background in biomedical engineering as well as hands-on experience/rapid prototyping skills. However, candidates will have the opportunity to learn/improve upon both technical and personal skills. 

Candidates with relevant experience in one or more of the following areas are encouraged to apply: 

- CAD/CAM (SolidWorks or Fusion360) 

- Biomedical device design and development 

- Material characterization (biomaterials and plastics, experience with Instron testing machines a plus) 

- Additive manufacturing/3D Printing (FDM and SLA) 

- Subtractive manufacturing (manual and CNC machining) 

- Plastic injection molding (extrusion, injection molding, and compression molding) 

Drug delivery/pharmaceutical sciences 

Candidate must have self-motivation and willingness to learn new tools and techniques; strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills; ability to work independently and as part of a team; comfort summarizing and reporting results to interdisciplinary researchers; commitment to exceeding standards and producing accurate, high-quality work; meticulous attention to detail; practiced documentation skills; and ability to follow safety procedures and maintain a safe work environment. 

 

Remote Type

Onsite

 

Work Location

65 Landsdowne Street

 

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

 

Employee Type

Per Diem

 

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

 

Pay Range

$17.16 - $21.37/Hourly

 

Grade

2

 

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EEO Statement:

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

 

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