Faculty, Biomedical Engineering

British Columbia Institute of Technology

$69K — $120K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering or related field.
  • Expertise in electronics and biomedical instrumentation.
  • Experience with embedded systems and programming.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to teach technical concepts to diverse audiences.
  • Preferred: Experience with medical devices and imaging systems.
  • Preferred: Registration as a Professional Engineer and/or a Master's degree.

Responsibilities

  • Design and deliver engaging classroom and laboratory instruction.
  • Maintain course outlines and instructional materials.
  • Assess student learning with varied evaluation methods.
  • Develop and maintain laboratory equipment and resources.
  • Recommend equipment and technologies for program enhancement.
  • Build relationships with healthcare and industry partners.
  • Participate in program committees and quality assurance activities.
  • Foster an inclusive and respectful learning environment.

Benefits

  • Competitive pay
  • At least twenty-five vacation days
  • Employer-paid extended health and dental insurance
  • Defined benefit pension plan with employer contributions
  • Professional development resources
  • Free access to BCIT Flexible Learning courses
  • Wellness and Employee Assistance programs
  • Complimentary fitness center membership
Full Job Description
Position Details

Position Information

Position Title
Faculty, Biomedical Engineering

Position Summary

BCIT's Biomedical Engineering Technology program in the School of Health Sciences is seeking a regular, full-time (1.0 FTE) faculty member. The successful candidate will teach in classroom and laboratory settings and contribute to curriculum development, applied learning, and program initiatives.

The Biomedical Engineering Technology program has been preparing graduates for careers in healthcare technology management, clinical engineering, and the medical device industry since 1969. See program information at: bcit.ca/study/programs/5063dipma

Duties & Responsibilities

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Design, develop, deliver, and continuously improve classroom, laboratory and online learning activities.
  • Prepare and maintain course outlines, lecture materials, laboratory exercises, learning resources, and assessment materials.
  • Evaluate student learning using a variety of assessment methods.
  • Maintain and develop laboratory equipment and instructional resources.
  • Research, recommend, and procure equipment and technologies that support program learning outcomes.
  • Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with healthcare organizations, industry partners, and professional associations.
  • Participate in curriculum review, accreditation, quality assurance, student recruitment, admissions, and program committees.
  • Contribute to a positive, respectful, and inclusive learning environment.


Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:
Required:
  • Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or another closely related discipline.
  • Demonstrated expertise in electronics and biomedical instrumentation.
  • Experience with embedded systems, microcontrollers, and computer programming.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to explain technical concepts to diverse learners.


Preferred:
  • Experience with medical devices and medical imaging systems.
  • Experience with computer networking.
  • Experience in medical device design and development.
  • Registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.).
  • Master's degree in Biomedical Engineering or related discipline.


Experience:
  • Minimum three years of recent full-time (or equivalent) industry experience in biomedical engineering, biomedical engineering technology, or a closely related field.
  • Minimum one year of post-secondary teaching, laboratory instruction, technical training, or equivalent educational experience.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of biomedical electronics, instrumentation, and medical equipment.
  • Experience developing instructional materials, laboratory exercises, or technical documentation.
  • Demonstrated mentoring, coaching, or supervisory experience.
  • Experience working collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams.


Additional Information

Benefits - Why you'd love working with us

  • Competitive pay
  • Minimum of twenty-five days of vacation (or more, depending on your position)
  • Competitive employer-paid extended health and dental plan - take a look at our benefit plans!
  • Defined benefit pension plan with employer contributions
  • Professional Development funds and resources
  • Access to most BCIT Flexible Learning courses free of charge
  • Wellness and Employee Assistance programs
  • Complimentary membership with free access to the Fitness Centre, Gymnasium, and more
  • Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time. For more information on our generous benefits, click here!


Salary Range
Salary range: $69,006 - $120,460 per annum.

Additional Salary Information

Salary prorated based on percentage and term of appointment. Salary based on education, experience and placement criteria as outlined in the Collective Agreement.

Position Details

Posting Category
Faculty

Department 2
Laboratory & Allied Health

Campus Location
Burnaby campus

Bargaining Unit
BCIT Faculty and Staff Association (FSA)

Job Status
Regular

Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time

Number of Vacancies
1

Anticipated Start Date
08/24/2026

Anticipated End Date

Competition Information

Competition Number
26FSA087

Competition Open Date
07/15/2026

Competition Close Date
07/21/2026

Open Until Filled?
No

Quicklink for Posting
https://careers.bcit.ca/postings/10542

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