Biomedical Software Engineer- 70818

Job Description

Biomedical Software Engineer for a long-term contract opportunity with a renowned medical research consortium. The role will initially be teleworking; once onsite operations resume, this resource can be located in Berkeley, Richmond or San Jose, California.

The Biomedical Software Engineer is responsible for executing several concurrent high visibility projects in a high-volume clinical laboratory environment that may cross multiple business divisions and clinical testing methodologies with the goal of improving the quality and effectiveness of patient care testing.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Systems Development - Work with management to define project plans and delivery schedule while focusing on ensuring timely delivery of project deliverables.

Process Management and Improvement Champion ongoing process improvement initiatives to implement best practices in clinical laboratory testing methodologies. Leverage technology and informatics to develop and implement lean, automated laboratory processes:

Work with medical professionals such as other scientists, chemists and engineers on staff to develop lean clinical testing workflowsEvaluate, test, design and integrate into laboratory processes new clinical laboratory technologies, products and software (chemistry analyzers, liquid handlers, pre- and post-analytical laboratory automation systems, middleware software systems). Ensure successful completion of system integration, testing and validation.Leverage medical informatics, statistics, and data analysis tools in support of complex medical decisions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A Bachelor's degree, MS preferred, in Biomedical or related engineering discipline (Bioengineering, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering), or Computer Science with emphasis on Bioinformatics is a necessity. Strong foundation in engineering principles (mechatronics and biomedical systems), software development, and excellent problem-solving skills.Minimum 10 years' experience with systems integration, engineering or informatics discipline. Direct experience in a clinical laboratory, IVD, or related healthcare environment considered a plus.Proven experience with Microsoft .NET or related software development technologies.Able to identify and compile system requirements from discussion with business representatives and end-users.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Strong analytical, planning, organizational and problem-solving skills. Able to execute complex projects with competing technical demands and proven ability to manage such projects ensuring objectives, goals, and commitments are met and delivered on time.Excellent verbal and written communications skills and experience interacting with individuals at all corporate levels including executives. Strong interpersonal skills including mentoring, coaching, collaborating, and building positive inter-disciplinary relationships with team members and laboratory personnel.Solid understanding of and demonstrated experience in using informatics software development tools such as MS Visual Studio, MS SQL Management Studio, .Net, Python, C/C++/C##, SQL or similar tools/languages.Familiar with using project management tools such as Microsoft Project, and MS Office toolsFamiliar with AutoCAD, Visio, or similar CAD tools to generate facility, equipment, and work center layouts to analyze and communicate space planning relationships and constraints.Must be a highly motivated self-starter able to achieve results with minimal supervision.

Interested consultants can send their updated resumes to vinay.varma@cerebra-consulting.com or you can reach me at 484-867-8384.