West Virginia University
(Hybrid) Senior Ultrasound Engineer - Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute
West Virginia University, Morgantown, West Virginia, United States, 26501
About the Opportunity
The Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for a (Hybrid) Senior Ultrasound Engineer for Neuromodulation.
Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute is the premier multidisciplinary institute for patient care, research, and teaching in West Virginia and the region. We celebrated the opening of our new Innovation Center on May 15, 2019. The RNI's flagship facilities are located on the Health Sciences campus in Morgantown, with more than 1,600 dedicated team members across five departments, patient care units, and research laboratories. Find out more about our outstanding work and contributions today at: https://rni.wvumedicine.org/newsroom/
What You'll Do
Lead research and development activities directly with the director of ultrasound engineering and executive director of research operations of the Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute's Innovation Center.
Support the operations, management, and execution of focused ultrasound neuromodulation. These projects are focused on preclinical and clinical translational research to advance the science around focused ultrasound innovations in neuromodulation and brain therapeutics.
Participate on a multidisciplinary team, in the development, testing, implementation and execution of focused ultrasound research and development including the development of engineering designs, hardware and software development, device testing, development of research protocols, data collection, management, and reporting.
Collaborate with RNI Innovation Center's executive chair, executive director of research operations, and research team to develop pre-clinical and clinical research protocols and support the clinical trials.
Serve as member of RNI's innovation center leadership in the development of RNI standards and policies as well as the planning, directing and coordination across the RNI to ensure goals and objectives are accomplished within prescribed timeframes related to the focused ultrasound brain therapeutics program.
Leads partnership (i.e. academic, federal, and industry research collaborators, consultants) with Internal and external groups to ensure efficient and effective engineering and research coordination.
Serve as subject matter expert to principal investigators in the RNI, at WVU, or external research teams on ultrasound neuromodulation, related to device design and development, device testing and validation, experimental design, trial data collection, team management and coordination, and data management and documentation as well to identify and resolve problems during the life cycle of the ultrasound research and development program.
Facilitate compliance with the requirements of the research and development processes of focused ultrasound neuromodulation. Ensures that all regulatory documents are processed and maintained per institution, IRB, and GMP regulations and responsible for timely reporting to the IRB, FDA and other applicable agencies.
Mentor and train engineering and research team as well as serve as a key resource and provides expert guidance to RNI and WVU leaders.
Possess good Interpersonal skills while working with diverse populations.
Support the development of grants to support the research and development of RNI's ultrasound brain therapeutics programs.
Support the publication, presentation, and reporting for research projects.
Qualifications
Master's degree in an engineering-related field.
A minimum of five (5) years of experience in the following:
Scientific research methods with ultrasound technology
Research and development of transcranial ultrasound devices.
Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered.
All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Creating and leading multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists in the area of ultrasound technology and neuromodulation.
Development and operating ultrasound engineering laboratory.
Operation of a computer utilizing various software packages, including creating spreadsheets, charts, graphs, etc.
Preparing and presenting information in one-on-one settings in addition to general scientific audiences, customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
Data Analytics and preparation of reports.
Preferred Qualifications
MD and/or PhD in engineering or science-related field related to Biomedical engineering, Electrical engineering, Neuroscience, Neuromodulation, Neuroengineering, or Neurophysiology.
Experience conducting pre-clinical and clinical translational research and development projects.
Experience Publishing and Presenting scientific reports.
Direct experience leading multidisciplinary research and development teams.
Working with industry partners on collaborative research efforts.
Completing and submitting federal awards (NIH, NSF, DOD).
About WVU West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.
From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.
At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values - service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation - unite us as Mountaineers.
Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visitwvu.edu.
West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.
Job Posting Jul 25, 2025
Posting Classification Non-Classified
Exemption Status Exempt
Benefits Eligible Yes
Schedule Full-time
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Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute is the premier multidisciplinary institute for patient care, research, and teaching in West Virginia and the region. We celebrated the opening of our new Innovation Center on May 15, 2019. The RNI's flagship facilities are located on the Health Sciences campus in Morgantown, with more than 1,600 dedicated team members across five departments, patient care units, and research laboratories. Find out more about our outstanding work and contributions today at: https://rni.wvumedicine.org/newsroom/
What You'll Do
Lead research and development activities directly with the director of ultrasound engineering and executive director of research operations of the Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute's Innovation Center.
Support the operations, management, and execution of focused ultrasound neuromodulation. These projects are focused on preclinical and clinical translational research to advance the science around focused ultrasound innovations in neuromodulation and brain therapeutics.
Participate on a multidisciplinary team, in the development, testing, implementation and execution of focused ultrasound research and development including the development of engineering designs, hardware and software development, device testing, development of research protocols, data collection, management, and reporting.
Collaborate with RNI Innovation Center's executive chair, executive director of research operations, and research team to develop pre-clinical and clinical research protocols and support the clinical trials.
Serve as member of RNI's innovation center leadership in the development of RNI standards and policies as well as the planning, directing and coordination across the RNI to ensure goals and objectives are accomplished within prescribed timeframes related to the focused ultrasound brain therapeutics program.
Leads partnership (i.e. academic, federal, and industry research collaborators, consultants) with Internal and external groups to ensure efficient and effective engineering and research coordination.
Serve as subject matter expert to principal investigators in the RNI, at WVU, or external research teams on ultrasound neuromodulation, related to device design and development, device testing and validation, experimental design, trial data collection, team management and coordination, and data management and documentation as well to identify and resolve problems during the life cycle of the ultrasound research and development program.
Facilitate compliance with the requirements of the research and development processes of focused ultrasound neuromodulation. Ensures that all regulatory documents are processed and maintained per institution, IRB, and GMP regulations and responsible for timely reporting to the IRB, FDA and other applicable agencies.
Mentor and train engineering and research team as well as serve as a key resource and provides expert guidance to RNI and WVU leaders.
Possess good Interpersonal skills while working with diverse populations.
Support the development of grants to support the research and development of RNI's ultrasound brain therapeutics programs.
Support the publication, presentation, and reporting for research projects.
Qualifications
Master's degree in an engineering-related field.
A minimum of five (5) years of experience in the following:
Scientific research methods with ultrasound technology
Research and development of transcranial ultrasound devices.
Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered.
All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Creating and leading multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists in the area of ultrasound technology and neuromodulation.
Development and operating ultrasound engineering laboratory.
Operation of a computer utilizing various software packages, including creating spreadsheets, charts, graphs, etc.
Preparing and presenting information in one-on-one settings in addition to general scientific audiences, customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
Data Analytics and preparation of reports.
Preferred Qualifications
MD and/or PhD in engineering or science-related field related to Biomedical engineering, Electrical engineering, Neuroscience, Neuromodulation, Neuroengineering, or Neurophysiology.
Experience conducting pre-clinical and clinical translational research and development projects.
Experience Publishing and Presenting scientific reports.
Direct experience leading multidisciplinary research and development teams.
Working with industry partners on collaborative research efforts.
Completing and submitting federal awards (NIH, NSF, DOD).
About WVU West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.
From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.
At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values - service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation - unite us as Mountaineers.
Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visitwvu.edu.
West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.
Job Posting Jul 25, 2025
Posting Classification Non-Classified
Exemption Status Exempt
Benefits Eligible Yes
Schedule Full-time
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