• Job Type: Short Term Casual
• Bargaining Unit:
• Regular/Temporary: Temporary
• End Date if Temporary:
• Hours Per Week:
• Standard Work Schedule: Mon - Fri (9am - 5pm)
• Building: Columbia University Medical Center
• Salary Range: $23 - $23

Position Summary

The Department of Surgery is looking for a Student Research Worker (CU Student). Incumbent will perform multiple assignments under direct supervision.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with our engineer to design and model components using CAD software.
• Research and utilize optical pathways to direct light from the light cord onto the surgical field.
• Conduct research and development to compare the intensity and illumination of our device with current surgical headlights.
• Conduct research on thevideo recording devices to seamlessly integrate into the surgical workflow. 
• Contribute to the software development for embedded systems and explore cloud storage solutions for video recordings.
• Ensure compatibility of the device with standard sterilization processes.
• Support the compliance with regulatory standards and certifications.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalency certificate.
• Technical training or equivalency, and 6 months of related laboratory experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in CAD software for product design and modeling.
• Basic knowledge of software development for embedded systems.
• Familiarity with cloud storage solutions for video recording.
• Bachelor's or master's degree in mechanical or biomedical engineering.

Other Requirements

• Background in Physics or Optics is required.

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