Neurotechnology Research Scientist Jobs

DUTIES:

• Design and carry out research studies to answer key questions related to neuroscience and neurophysiology and medical device mechanism of action.
• Responsible for developing a deep understanding of the anatomy and physiology of the nervous system, including an understanding of the function and interactions between neurons, support cells, inflammatory processes, populations of neurons, and neural pathways.
• Bring expertise in technical writing, presentation skills, organization of research, and literature summaries.
• Responsible for developing a deep understanding of different disease states and the various theories for how these pathologies develop.

• Help to develop a vision for new neurotechnology products in an agile, fast moving environment
• Works with cross-functional teams, product management, development, quality and operations to create innovative presentations, hypotheses, and research studies that form the overall strategy and business architecture
• Assess complex technical challenges, and define the solutions required to make forward progress without sacrificing integrity and quality
• Coordinate knowledge sharing and brainstorming related to neuroscience and neurophysiology across the organization
• Perform research and discovery using best practices and maintain a highly organized database of literature and information about neuroscience topics

• Contribute to team excellence by identifying and correcting erroneous statements, incorrect information, and logical flaws that may be presented by others
• Engage non-technical business stakeholders to understand business needs to define technical topics and innovate next generation products.
• Mentor cross-functional teams on neuroscience, neurophysiology, neuroanatomy, and psychology
• Interface with external partners to design, execute, and present research studies
• Support execution of clinical and preclinical studies including work with cross-functional teams to develop study objectives, study documentation, and study processes that lead to successful collection of data and fulfilment of research objectives

• Maintains a strong ability to understand logic and precision of speech to support a rationale and logical path of thought
• Develops a strong understanding of past neuromodulation technologies that have been attempted and the root causes of the failures
• Present scientific hypotheses, research information, and results both internally and externally including at conferences and with research institutions.
• Learns to identify logical fallacies and avoid common research pitfalls
• Provide data to senior management on the new trends in neuromodulation and brain-computer interfaces. Serves as technical expert on new products in these areas.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with the components of neuromodulation systems including design, testing, manufacturing, or quality documentation.
• Experience with the basic tactics of designing and executing research studies.
• Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering (with neural experience), Neuroscience, Psychology, or other related technical field. Master's degree or PhD in a technical field preferred.
• 4+ years of experience as an engineer or scientist contributing to development of neuromodulation products or execution of pre-clinical or clinical research (inclusive of research fellowships and internships).

• Basic understanding of statistical methods for analyzing and drawing conclusions from research data
• Demonstrated knowledge of the medical device design process and the complexities of interfacing medical products with human anatomy and behavior.
• Ability to leverage and/or engage others to accomplish projects
• Solid verbal, written, and interpersonal skills with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization. Excellent communication and relationship skills, especially the ability to articulate advanced technical topics to non-technical individuals
• Ownership mentality and ability to independently manage complex initiatives and projects and proactively seek solutions to problems that might arise.

• Preferred experience - clinical research, pre-clinical research, statistical programming
• Ability to work both within a team, and independently, in a fast-paced, changing environment
• Very strong technical leadership and ability to constantly build, leverage and influence large network of senior technology and business experts across a large, diverse enterprise, and outside: vendors, standards bodies, analysts, and academia
• Ability to contribute to multiple projects/demands simultaneously