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Apply knowledge of engineering, biology, chemistry, computer science, and biomechanical principles to the design, development, and evaluation of biological, agricultural, and health systems and products, such as artificial organs, prostheses, instrumentation, medical information systems, and health management and care delivery systems.

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Biomedical Engineers almost always work indoors, usually in labs and offices. They may share this space with other engineers who they work with. It is common to work a standard 40 hour work week.

https://apps.illinoisworknet.com/cis/clusters/OccupationDetails/100512?parentId=110800&section=conditions&sectionTitle=Working%20Conditions#:~:text=Physical%20Work%20Conditions,by%20wearing%20masks%20and%20gloves.

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Average Salary in Pennsylvania is $84,900. Healthcare, sick leave, retirement plans and paid vacations are all common benefits of Biomedical Engineering.

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The Biomedical field is projected to grow at a rate of 5%. Currently, there are about 20,000 Biomedical Engineers in the country, mostly working in healthcare.

https://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes172031.htm

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This career requires at least a bachelor's degree. Biomedical Engineers need to be very careful, have high attention to detail, and have strong analytical thinking skills. Extracurriculars such as science olympiad would be beneficial for this career.

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University of Pennsylvania

University of Pittsburgh

Carnegie Mellon University

Lehigh University

Penn State University

https://www.universities.com/find/pennsylvania/best/engineering/biomedical-engineering

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2 Benefits: Biomedical Engineering is a growing job market and is a very stable job. A Biomedical degree can help one pursue a further degree in medicine if they want to change their profession/increase their education.

1 Drawback: Biomedical Engineers are often working with hazardous materials or diseases.

https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/finding-a-job/pros-cons-of-being-biomedical-engineer