Biomedical Engineer

• Performing routine maintenance checks on Biomedical equipment (Dental Equipment).
• Install new dental equipment and make the required adjustments as per manufacturer specifications.
• Training staff members and students to operate and care for equipment with a physical demonstration.
• Updating the inventory, placing orders for dental equipment or spare parts as required and verifying deliveries.
• Preparing technical reports and reviewing technical offers.
• Repairing faculty machinery on a routine basis and tending to emergency repairs as needed.
• Maintaining a daily maintenance report about the breakdowns in the College.
• Ensuring that all equipment meets company standards of safety and quality, and its compliance with relevant laws.
• Communicating and following up with suppliers and companies and reporting any breakout.
• Performing other duties as assigned by the line manager.
  

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering or technology, or a similar field.
• A minimum of 3 years experience as a biomedical technician.
  

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Strong communication skills and the ability to present complex information in layman's terms.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of the structure and uses of dental equipment.
• Technical skills and the ability to repair machinery with meticulous attention to detail.

1. Teaching and Instruction

• Course Development and Teaching: Designing, delivering, and teaching undergraduate and graduate courses related to biomedical engineering, including subjects such as biomaterials, biomechanics, biomedical instrumentation, medical imaging, tissue engineering, rehabilitation engineering, and bioinformatics.
• Classroom and Lab Instruction: Conducting lectures, seminars, and practical lab sessions, particularly important in biomedical engineering where students work on projects related to device design, testing, and simulations.
• Curriculum Enhancement: Continuously updating course content to reflect the latest technological advancements, research findings, and regulatory developments in biomedical engineering.
• Graduate Supervision: Mentoring graduate students in their thesis or dissertation research, helping them develop research questions, design experiments, and analyze results.
• Interdisciplinary Teaching: Collaborating with faculty from other departments to teach interdisciplinary courses that combine principles from engineering and life sciences.

2. Research and Scholarly Activity

• Conducting Research: Engaging in research projects aimed at solving real-world problems in healthcare, including topics such as biomaterials, medical devices, regenerative medicine, drug delivery systems, wearable health technology, tissue engineering, and medical robotics.
• Publication: Publishing research findings in reputable, peer-reviewed journals and presenting at academic and professional conferences.
• Grant Writing: Writing research proposals and securing funding from government agencies, private industry, or non-profit organizations to support biomedical engineering projects.
• Collaboration: Working with medical professionals, industry partners, and researchers in related fields to develop innovative solutions that address unmet needs in healthcare.
• Applied Research: Developing prototypes or working with hospitals and healthcare facilities to test new devices or systems in real-world clinical environments.

3. Industry Engagement and Professional Development

• Industry Collaboration: Developing partnerships with medical device companies, hospitals, and research institutions.
• Consulting: Working as a consultant for medical device companies, providing expertise in areas such as product development and regulatory compliance.
• Professional Development: Staying up-to-date with new trends, technologies, and regulatory standards in the biomedical engineering field.

4. Service to the Institution and Community

• Academic Committees: Participating in departmental and university-wide committees.
• Peer Review: Reviewing articles and research proposals for academic journals, funding agencies, and conferences.
• Public Outreach: Engaging in outreach programs to inform the public and future students about the field of biomedical engineering.