MDIF#11: Thorough Mechanical Engineering Knowledge Needed for Orthopedics

Lance Terrill,B.S., M.S.E, Lead PD Engineer at Osteomed LP
“In the orthopedic industry, a profound knowledge of mechanics, an ability to make solid, creative designs and perform mechanical testing are key. I have concerns with many of the BME entry-level job candidates that I have met, even some of those that are mechanical track. They simply [...]

MDIF#9: Overcoming BME Curriculum Deficiencies To Obtain a Medical Industry Position

Jonathan Grashow, M.S. Biomedical Engineering, Four and one half years industrial experience, Design Engineer III at Evaheart Medical describes his job search experience, insights into BME curriculum and includes job prep suggestions for the new graduate.
“As a bioengineering graduate myself I can relate to how hard it can be to land a job in the [...]

MDIF#8: Preparing for a Bioinformatics or Genomics Related Career

Here are some insights from from Chris Moy, Senior Scientist, GlaxoSmithKline, on the basic academic background needed for a bioinformatics or genomics related career.  Biomedical Engineers interested in the area of bioinformatics / genomic / proteomics / systems biology should pay close attention to this feedback.
“I broke the list up into 4 categories….Technical Core, [...]

MDIF#7: The Strength of a Team – The Diverse Knowledge and Skills of its Members.

Steve Fisher, B.S. Business, Retired, Abbott Vascular Devices-Femoral Closure ( formerly Perclose ) provided the following short history of his long involvement with medical device product development. It provides several insights into managers, hiring by entrepreneurs, career options and the power of the team.
“My Academic background was Business Management with a concentration in Materials [...]

Mechanical and Electrical Engineers Graduating in 2007 vs. Job Projections

In a previous post I noted that Mechanical Engineering and Electrical Engineering graduates are also competing for jobs that Biomedical Engineers could claim.   I am listing the information below to amplify my point that there are a lot of these graduates looking for positions.  These engineering programs and their graduates have identified the medical field [...]