Research Engineer

University of Texas at Dallas

Depending on Qualifications

medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, retirement plan, remote work

United States, Texas, Richardson

Nov 18, 2024

Posting Details

Posting Number	S05977P
Position Title	Research Engineer
Functional Title	Research Engineer
Department	Bioengineering
Salary Range	Depending on Qualifications
Pay Basis	Monthly
Position Status	Regular full-time
Location	Richardson
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Open Date	09/30/2024
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Desired Start Date	10/14/2024
Job Summary	The position offers great opportunities to work in a high-quality academic environment at the University of Texas at Dallas and UT Southwestern Medical Center. The university campus is located in the beautiful suburban Richardson, Texas, a prime location in the second largest state and the fourth largest metropolitan area in the USA. The Dallas-Fort Worth ( DFW) Metroplex is one of the nation's largest urban areas, with shopping, entertainment venues, including five major sports teams, and museums and art galleries. DFW is one of the nation's busiest and fastest growing business regions with direct flights to many cities around the world. More than 20 Fortune 500 companies, such as Texas Instruments and AT&T, headquartered in the DFW area. The candidate also has the opportunity to work in the UT Southwestern Medical Center, one of the premier academic medical schools in the United States, which integrates pioneering biomedical research with exceptional clinical care and education. The UT Southwestern faculty includes many distinguished members, including six who have been awarded Nobel Prizes since 1985. The joint Biomedical Engineering Program and Joint Biomedical Engineering Building between UT Dallas and UT Southwestern Medical Center offer unique research and training opportunities.
Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelor's degree in Engineering. Less than 1 year of experience in research and development environment.
Preferred Education and Experience	The candidate should have a bachelor, master's, or PhD degree in electrical and computer engineering, biomedical engineering, systems engineering, computer science, or other related fields. The candidates who have experience in electronic system design (e.g., PCB design, integrated circuit design, packaging, and fabrication) or algorithm development will be preferred. Knowledge of biomedical imaging and its biological and medical applications is preferred for this position. This position requires research initiatives and independent problem-solving skills. Excellent judgment and communication skills are required for identifying and executing troubleshooting efforts for lab research activities and interactions with other units of the university and outside entities. A successful candidate will have the benefit of being an employee of the University
Essential Duties and Responsibilities	The research engineer will work in a collaborative research team that includes electrical engineers, biomedical engineers, computer scientists, radiologists, surgeons, and other clinicians. The candidate will collaborate with other researchers, post-doctoral fellows, graduate and undergraduate students in an outstanding research group. The research laboratory is located in the Bioengineering and Science Building. The candidate will have the opportunity to have high-quality training in research, education, and leadership. Research areas cover medical devices, imaging, machine learning, augmented reality, image processing, and image-guided interventions.
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Additional Information	This position is renewable, pending funding availability and satisfactory performance. *A remote work schedule is not available for this position.* What We Can Offer UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an employee-friendly and supportive work environment. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package that is effective as of your hire date includes: Competitive Salary Tuition Benefits Internal Training BCBS PPO Medical insurance - 100% paid for full-time employees PPO and DHMO Dental Insurance Plan - PPO plans include ortho benefits Vision Insurance Long and short-term disability TRS Retirement Plan - defined benefit plan offering lifetime annuity upon retirement Voluntary Retirement Plan Options - additional savings opportunities with Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans and Deferred Compensation Plans Dental/Vision/AD&D Paid time off Paid Holidays Paid Winter Break Fertility Benefits Remote Work Options - approved by department All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program. Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information. If you are looking for a rewarding career opportunity with great benefits? Look no further! Join our team!
Special Instructions Summary
Important Message	1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public. 2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. EOE, including disability/veterans. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the *ADA Coordinator* . For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.