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Principal Research Engineer

  • Plano, USA
  • Personal services

Job description

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

     

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:

·  Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
·  Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO.
·  An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution.
·  Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.
·  A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
·  A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

The Opportunity

This position works out of our Plano, TX location in the Neuromodulation division .

Are you a bridge builder with a passion for both patient care and scientific discovery? Do you dream of using Al fused with neurological systems to revolutionize healthcare while fostering collaboration between physicians and academic scientists? If so, then this unique opportunity to champion a major advancement in healthcare is for you!

As the Principal Research Engineer you will be a Physician-Facing Neurological Computer Interface (NCI) Research Scientist and a critical link between the clinical and academic worlds accelerating productization. NCI is the fusion of advanced technology interfacing with the human nervous system and the physiology of the body.

What You’ll Work On

·  As an individual technical contributor, you will be working with a world-class team translating the needs of physicians and patients into actionable research agendas that lead to commercially viable NCI solutions.
·  By participating in and understanding the NCI vision, foresight will allow you to drive strategic research direction by identifying high-potential NCI applications with clear clinical pathways to market.
·  Artificial Intelligence is a key component to NCI and in this role you will drive the entire life cycle from conception to deployment.
·  You will be a subject matter expert in AI and will champion the risks and ethics of these systems.
·  Collaborate with academic scientists and industry partners worldwide to design and conduct rigorous research, including prototypes, pre-clinical and clinical trials, evaluating NCI solutions in real-world settings, focusing on neuroscience and technology applications.
·  Disseminating research findings through impactful publications, presentations at prestigious neuroscience and technology conferences, and engaging workshops for both physicians and academic audiences.
·  Bridging the communication gap between clinicians and researchers, ensuring clear understanding and mutual respect for each other's expertise.
·  Identifying and addressing ethical concerns and challenges related to Al implementation in healthcare, ensuring patient safety and informed consent.
·  Developing development and testing efficiencies with Al, educational resources and training programs for Abbott team members, physicians and researchers to foster collaboration and build capacity in utilizing Al for decision-making and research.

Required Qualifications

·  Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field (e.g., computer science, engineering, data science) or extensive experience in neuromodulation and research.
·  10 years of significant product life cycle experience.

Ideal Candidate

·  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to build rapport and trust with diverse stakeholders.
·  Strong understanding of both clinical practice and the research process.
·  Possesses a strong understanding of intellectual property landscape and regulatory pathways to ensure smooth translation of research findings into marketable NCI products.
·  Passion for innovation, learning and a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing healthcare today.
·  Demonstrated expertise in the design and manufacturing of one or more of the following: ultra-low power subsystems, digital imaging technology, implantable design including leads and implantable pulse generators.
·  Expertise around low power systems including but not limited to uC and digital imaging.
·  Experience in system engineering and interdisciplinary collaboration is a plus.
·  Available for up-to 25% travel and extensive communication.
·  You will be a subject matter expert in AI and partner with AI architects while you champion the risks and ethics of these systems.

Apply Now

* Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.

Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives:  www.abbottbenefits.com

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.

Connect with us at www.abbott.com , on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.

     

The base pay for this position is
$125,300.00 – $250,700.00

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

     

JOB FAMILY:

Product Development

     

DIVISION:

NM Neuromodulation

        

LOCATION:

United States > Texas > Plano : 6901 Preston Road

     

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

     

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

     

TRAVEL:

Yes, 15 % of the Time

     

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

Not Applicable

     

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous walking for prolonged periods (more than 2 hours at a time in an 8 hour day)

     
Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

     
EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf

     
EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf

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