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 the technical reports and reviewing the 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.
• Classroom and Lab Instruction: Conducting lectures, seminars, and practical lab sessions.
• Curriculum Enhancement: Continuously updating course content to reflect the latest technological advancements.
• Graduate Supervision: Mentoring graduate students in their thesis or dissertation research.
• Interdisciplinary Teaching: Collaborating with faculty from other departments to teach interdisciplinary courses.

2. Research and Scholarly Activity

• Conducting Research: Engaging in research projects aimed at solving real-world problems in healthcare.
• Publication: Publishing research findings in reputable, peer-reviewed journals.
• Grant Writing: Writing research proposals and securing funding from various sources.
• Collaboration: Working with medical professionals and industry partners.
• Applied Research: Developing prototypes or working with hospitals to test new devices.

3. Industry Engagement and Professional Development

• Industry Collaboration: Developing partnerships with medical device companies and research institutions.
• Consulting: Providing expertise in areas such as product development and regulatory compliance.
• Professional Development: Staying up-to-date with trends and technologies 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.
• Public Outreach: Engaging in outreach programs to inform the public about biomedical engineering.