Masters or PhD in biomedical engineering, optics, laser physics, or similar field
At least 2 years of R&D experience in an industrial or academic setting
Proficiency in optical/laser/biophotonics skills
Experience with statistical analysis tools (AI experience preferred)
Familiarity with CAD tools and database programming tools
Responsibilities
Conduct experimental research to accelerate new product and technology development
Design, build, and maintain lab capabilities for project needs
Develop and leverage knowledge of company products
Prepare and manage all necessary project documentation
Generate IP and contribute to publications
Interact with various departments to facilitate project advancement
Analyze and summarize data, adjusting research directions as necessary
Propose innovative R&D directions and keep current with industry knowledge
Benefits
Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams
Opportunity to contribute to innovative product development
Engagement with academic partners and thought leaders
Professional development and growth opportunities
Possibility of travel (1-5%)
Full Job Description
The Scientist will lead several research projects under guidance from Director of Research. Strong hands-on research capabilities and skills with emphasis on optics/lasers/biophotonics are essential. Main focus of the position is on investigating various aspects of interaction of laser energy with biological systems. This position is also responsible for assisting other departments (Manufacturing, Clinical, Regulatory, QA etc) in investigating, verifying, optimizing, and validating prospective technologies and treatment/evaluation concepts.
Duties:
Conducts experimental research aimed at fastest development of new products and technologies
Designs, builds, and maintains experimental lab capabilities to meet project development needs
Develops, maintains, and leverages thorough working knowledge of the company's current products
Prepares and maintains all necessary project documentation;
Generates relevant IP and publications
Interacts with other groups and departments of the company, both providing necessary assistance and utilizing their resources to move the projects forward
Generates ideas and proposals for prospective R&D directions
Keeps abreast with current knowledge on topics of relevance
Analyzes and summarizes collected data, timely reports results, and adjusts research directions if necessary
Experience Desired:
At least 2 years of R&D experience in industrial or academic environment
Essential Skills Required:
Strong "hands-on" lab experience required with demonstrated ability to design, build, and maintain experimental set-ups as well as to perform scientific experiments;
Proficiency in basic optical/laser/biophotonics skills;
Ability to quickly statistically process and reduce to meaningful conclusions large volumes of experimental data;
Working knowledge of modern statistical analysis tools (AI experience desired);
Demonstrated ability to transform experimental results/conclusions into written reports and presentations;
Familiarity with physical, biochemical, and/or biological aspects of interaction of biological systems with directed energy (in particular, optical);
Experience with mathematical software (MathCad, MatLab), database programming tools, data processing tools, CAD tools;
Travel may be required 1-5 % of the time.
Education Required:
Masters or PhD Degree in biomedical engineering, optics, laser physics or similar field
Personal Requirements:
Excellent oral and written communication (English), and interpersonal skills;
Must be able to interact with customers, KOLs, consultants, and academic partners;
Ability to work in an environment with competing priorities is necessary;
Must be able to work in a cross-functional team environment;
Physical ability to lift and carry objects up to 25 lbs.
About IPG Photonics
IPG Photonics is a leading developer and manufacturer of high-performance fiber lasers and amplifiers for diverse applications in numerous markets. IPG Photonics' diverse lines of low, medium and high-power lasers and amplifiers are used in materials processing, communications, entertainment, medical, biotechnology, scientific and advanced applications.
