Biomechanical Research Associate Jobs

Company Description

At Intuitive, we are united behind our mission: we believe that minimally invasive care is life-enhancing care. Through ingenuity and intelligent technology, we expand the potential of physicians to heal without constraints.

As a pioneer and market leader in robotic-assisted surgery, we strive to foster an inclusive and diverse team, committed to making a difference. For more than 25 years, we have worked with hospitals and care teams around the world to help solve some of healthcare's hardest challenges and advance what is possible.

Intuitive has been built by the efforts of great people from diverse backgrounds. We believe great ideas can come from anywhere. We strive to foster an inclusive culture built around diversity of thought and mutual respect. We lead with inclusion and empower our team members to do their best work as their most authentic selves.

Passionate people who want to make a difference drive our culture. Our team members are grounded in integrity, have a strong capacity to learn, the energy to get things done, and bring diverse, real world experiences to help us think in new ways. We actively invest in our team members to support their long-term growth so they can continue to advance our mission and achieve their highest potential.

Join a team committed to taking big leaps forward for a global community of healthcare professionals and their patients. Together, let's advance the world of minimally invasive care.

Primary Function of Position:

The Biomechanical Research Associate is a scientific and research resource working with both internal and external stakeholders to research, develop, and enhance Intuitive training models used by surgeons and clinicians for training on the da Vinci surgical system or Ion robotic pulmonary catheter system. The Research Associate works cross-collaboratively within the organization to drive research priorities by designing, executing, and analyzing unique experiments, aiding in the development of training models fit for emerging clinical uses, and enhancing existing models to better meet the needs of surgeon training.

Intuitive’s Advanced Tissue Model group is responsible to developing and producing models used by Intuitive to train surgeons and pulmonologists on basic technology training of the da Vinci or Ion robotic system. Models are also used in surgeon-led courses to teach use of the device, including procedures for general surgery, thoracic surgery, gynecology, and urology.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Work with surgeons and other clinicians at Intuitive as well as researchers at hospitals and medical schools.
• Work closely with the Advanced Tissue Models Research and Development (R&D) team to construct prototype tissue models and incorporate iterative changes during the development process based on internal and external feedback.
• Serve as a primary research resource aiding in the development, implementation, and analysis of experimental protocols.
• Teach the production trainer the know-how and specifics of model assembly when ready to transition from prototype model to production model.
• Document the details of prototype model assembly and work closely with the trainer and engineering team to develop all necessary documentation for eventual transfer of the prototype model to production.
• This position is a full-time, in-person role based at the Intuitive Chapel Hill facility in North Carolina
• Work closely with other members of the Advanced Tissue Models R&D team to ensure the lab spaces are stocked and organized.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on material science and use of synthetic hydrogels, biologic tissue, and/or synthetic material within surgical simulation training, leading projects on researching, developing, and incorporating novel materials (synthetic or biologic) within advanced tissue models.

Skills, Experience, Education, & Training

In order to adequately perform the responsibilities of this position the individual must have:

• Ability to work collaboratively and creatively with various members of the R&D team
• A minimum of a BS in a relevant scientific background is required. An advanced degree in material science is preferred (MS or PhD).
• Strong observational skills that could be used to identify areas of potential improvement in tissue models and creativity in proposing novel solutions.
• Deep interest in surgical training models and training technology
• Strong organization skills for documentation of research and preparation of protocols for production
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Intuitive is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type, without regard to race, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information or any other status protected under federal, state, or local applicable laws.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with fair chance laws.

Qualifications

Skills, Experience, Education, & Training

In order to adequately perform the responsibilities of this position the individual must have:

• A minimum of a BS in a relevant scientific background is required. An advanced degree in material science is preferred (MS or PhD).
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work collaboratively and creatively with various members of the R&D team
• Strong observational skills that could be used to identify areas of potential improvement in tissue models and creativity in proposing novel solutions.
• Strong organization skills for documentation of research and preparation of protocols for production
• Deep interest in surgical training models and training technology

Additional Information

Due to the nature of our business and the role, please note that Intuitive and/or your customer(s) may require that you show current proof of vaccination against certain diseases including COVID-19. Details can vary by role.

Intuitive is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type, without regard to race, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information or any other status protected under federal, state, or local applicable laws.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with fair chance laws.

Preference will be given to qualified candidates who do not reside, or plan to reside, in Alabama, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Indiana, Iowa, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, or Tennessee.

We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, benefits, and equity. It would not be typical for someone to be hired at the top end of range for the role, as actual pay will be determined based on several factors, including experience, skills, and qualifications. The target salary ranges are listed.

Base Salary Range Region 1:$76,500 - $103,500

Base Salary Range Region 2: $65,000 - $88,000

Shift: Day

Travel: None