Biomedical engineering co-op

Biomedical Engineering Co-op - Washington, DC

About Current Surgical Inc.

Current Surgical is a startup company developing technology on the frontier of engineering and biology. Our first product is a smart microinvasive needle that precisely destroys tumors without damaging healthy tissue, allowing doctors to treat cancers that are untreatable today. 

We have received funding through a SciFounder Fellowship and the National Science Foundation, and are a recognized Medtech Innovator company.

About you

We are looking for a biomedical engineer (or a mechanical and/or electrical engineer who is interested in biomedical R&D) who is excited to develop technology at the interface of medical devices and biology. You will work directly with the co-founders to design and execute ex vivo experiments that will guide the development of our clinical prototype.

The ideal candidate is someone who is interested in working at a startup and is eager to develop their technical skills. This is a unique opportunity, as one of our first employees, to be involved with multiple aspects of a hardtech biomedical startup, including preclinical studies, interfacing with clinicians, and fundraising.

This is a paid position. Minimum duration of co-op is 6 months. Full-time opportunities are available after successful completion of the co-op and graduation.

Educational background

• BS candidate with 3+ years of coursework or MS candidate in biomedical/mechanical/electrical engineering (or related field) who is only 1-2 semesters away from graduation

Desired skills

• Ability to develop and execute rigorous experiments

• Prior applied research experience (e.g., other industry internships, undergraduate/graduate research) 

• General knowledge of medical imaging

• Data analysis experience with Matlab and/or Python

• Elementary experience with CAD tools (e.g., Solidworks, Fusion 360)

Location

This position is based in Washington, DC. Up-to-date vaccination is required for access to the facility.

Apply

If interested, please email a cover letter and resume here.