Research Associate - Surgical robotics, medical device design, lab management - Jobs in Toronto, ON

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About SickKidsDedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built – nor could it be maintained – without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.Don’t miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world’s best in paediatric healthcare.Position DescriptionThe Division of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery is recruiting a full time Research Associate to work in Dr. Dale Podolsky’s lab, the Center for Cleft and Craniofacial Innovation. This is a one-year position, with the possibility of extension. We are looking for an individual with an interest in medical and surgical robotics and medical device design to join our research centre to manage the lab, develop tools and control algorithms for surgical robots and medical devices in the field of cleft surgery, craniofacial surgery and plastic and reconstructive surgery.The Center for Cleft and Craniofacial Innovation (CCCI) is within the Poslun’s Centre for Image Guided Innovation and Therapeutic Intervention (PCIGITI). The CCCI is a multi-disciplinary initiative focused in the development of minimally invasive instruments, robotics, simulation, and medical device design within cleft and craniofacial surgery.PCIGITI is a multi-disciplinary image-guided robotics lab at SickKids with the focus on development of minimally invasive surgical tools and non-invasive therapy such as MR-guided focused ultrasound. The PCIGITI offers an exciting fast paced research environment within the clinical space of the hospital.The Research Associate in the Podolsky lab will be responsible for conducting and coordinating research in surgical robotics and medical device design which includes the following duties:

• Supporting, mentoring, and managing a growing team of engineers and graduate students (doctoral and masters level)
• Developing mechanical, electrical, and software components for custom designed robotic systems and medical devices
• 3D CAD modeling of motor and mechanisms to modify and prototype parts
• 3D printing various fixtures and assemblies
• Hands-on machining, assembly, and testing for motor modules
• System integration and experimental work for testing and validation purposes
• Working with surgeons and clinicians to develop potential innovative applications
• Model system dynamics and develop robotic controllers in Matlab/Simulink
• Create any necessary libraries for communication between Matlab/Simulink to C++ for supporting haptic controllers, data monitoring and related items
• Supporting phantom and in-vivo testing
• Supporting research and innovation contracts including documentation required for patent applications
• Supporting knowledge dissemination activities including publication of scientific work in peer-review journals and conferences
• Supervising/mentoring undergraduate, graduate, and medical and engineering students
• Tracking printer and material usage
• Supporting application and documentation for grants and ethics applications

Qualifications:

• Strong 3D modeling skills with Solidworks or CAD equivalent
• CAM exposure with g-code generation
• Manual and CNC experience for plastic and metal fabrication
• Experienced in using Objet, ProJet and related FDM printers
• Exposure and knowledge of real-time control in Matlab/Labview
• Experience with electromechanical components such as AC servo motors, force sensors, encoders etc
• Function independently yet collaboratively within a team; takes initiative and requires minimal direction and supervision
• Strong leadership and mentorship skills

For this position, the individual should have the following skills:

• PhD in biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, mechatronics engineering preferred
• Will consider undergraduate or masters level if the applicant has the required skills
• Strong hands-on mechatronics background with history of mechanical and electrical troubleshooting
• Strong programming background in C and C++
• Expertise in robot dynamics and modeling
• Expertise in Matlab/Simulink
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with history of publications

Our Commitment to DiversityThe children and families we care for are from a variety of communities, and so are our employees. We welcome and encourage everyone to join our organization and be part of our team. When requested, SickKids will provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and assessment process. Information received related to access or inclusion will be addressed confidentially.Thank you for your interest in joining SickKids. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with our Hospital policy, employment at SickKids is conditional upon the Hospital’s receipt of all necessary documentation.FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY: As a health care institution, our highest priority is the safety of patients, families and staff. As a result, we are adopting all prevention measures to ensure the safety of our patients, families and our staff. Therefore, any offer of employment is conditional upon you submitting proof that you have been fully vaccinated with a Health Canada or World Health Organization (WHO) approved COVID-19 vaccination as soon as possible and no later than fourteen (14) calendar days prior to the effective start date, in addition to satisfying any other condition(s) that may be set out in an offer. If a candidate fails to satisfy this condition (or any other condition(s) set out in an offer), any offer of employment shall be immediately rescinded.How to ApplyTip: Combine your cover letter and resume into ONE document of 20 pages or less as you cannot upload multiple documents as part of your application.If you are still experiencing technical difficulties please email ask.hr@sickkids.ca to send us a short description of the issues you are experiencing. Please note that we will not accept resumes sent to this inbox but we are happy to respond to requests for technical assistance.Quick Apply

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