Research Engineer

Join Cleveland Clinic's Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. Here, you will work alongside a passionate and dedicated team, receive endless support and appreciation and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

Cleveland Clinic's Cerebrovascular Center provides expert management of all brain blood vessel conditions, including stroke, brain aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations, and more. The Center advances research into brain and spine diseases and conducts clinical therapeutic trials to support patients with neurological disorders. Our multidisciplinary research efforts combine the expertise of clinical principal investigators with state-of-the-art imaging and data analysis to develop and implement new approaches to treating neurological diseases. As a Research Engineer on our team, you will analyze, investigate, and plan specific engineering criteria, characteristics, and features to meet project goals. This role contributes to the development of a world model for navigation in neuroendovascular surgery.

A caregiver in this role works days from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. with an opportunity for remote work after fully trained.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Analyze, investigate and plan specific engineering criteria, characteristics and features to meet assignment goals.
• Perform routine engineering investigations in support of current research or product development efforts using engineering software analysis tools.
• Prepare design sketches or drawings for components, sub-assemblies, processes or equipment using CAD or 3-D solid modeling software.
• Assist with the design, development and evaluation of prototype medical devices, equipment and software.
• Assist with the preparation and evaluation of test protocols and test specimens.
• Prepare charts, graphs and documentation in support of articles for publication, project reports and grant applications.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Bachelor of Science in biomedical, mechanical or electrical engineering or in a related field

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Previous experience and completion of a co-op or internship
• Experience in medical imaging, computer vision and vision–language models
• Strong interest in applying AI to surgical guidance and planning
• Prior work in surgical navigation, robotics, or healthcare AI
• Hands on experience with reinforcement learning, world models
• Experience with AI/ML model development, preferably in the context of fine-tuning MMLM using multimodal data

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods
• Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment
• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information
• Ability to distinguish color
• Manual dexterity to handle specimens and repair equipment
• Ability to lift and transport equipment or specimens weighing up to 20 pounds
• May be exposed to hazardous chemicals, bio-hazards, radioactive materials, etc.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Pay Range

Minimum Annual Salary: $57,510.00

Maximum Annual Salary: $87,697.50

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate's actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate's work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic's benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).