Molly Yard 4B by Molly Yard

1. Job Description and Responsibilities

myard24 — 2024-03-20 17:35:05 UTC

Biomedical Engineers "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."

A typical workday will differentiate but involve researching, designing, testing, and maintaining biomedical technology.

https://www.careeronestop.org/Videos/careeronestop-videos.aspx?videocode=17203100

https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/finding-a-job/pros-cons-of-being-biomedical-engineer#:~:text=Biomedical%20engineers'%20daily%20work%20often,of%20current%20technology%20and%20equipment.

2. Working Conditions

myard24 — 2024-03-20 17:35:38 UTC

Biomedical Engineers work in many collaborative teams and in places such as hospitals, labs, or manufacturing plants, possibly working during week nights or weekends to finish time sensitive projects. The job isn't physically demanding unless you need to work overtime, and can be emotionally rewarding if you enjoy helping people.

https://www.bls.gov/ooh/architecture-and-engineering/biomedical-engineers.htm#tab-3

https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/finding-a-job/pros-cons-of-being-biomedical-engineer#:~:text=Biomedical%20engineers'%20daily%20work%20often,of%20current%20technology%20and%20equipment.

3. Local Earnings and Benefits

myard24 — 2024-03-20 17:35:51 UTC

In PA the average salary is around $70,000 with a national average of just under 100,000. There is an hourly wage, nationally it equates to between $45 and $50 an hour.

Some benefits include health insurance, paid vacation, and a retirement plan. Some companies may pay for additional training.

https://apps.illinoisworknet.com/cis/clusters/OccupationDetails/100512?parentId=111500§ion=wages§ionTitle=Wages%20%26%20Trends#:~:text=Most%20full%2Dtime%20bioengineers%20receive,companies%20pay%20for%20additional%20training.

https://www.bls.gov/ooh/architecture-and-engineering/biomedical-engineers.htm#tab-5

https://www.indeed.com/career/biomedical-engineer/salaries/PA

4. Employment Trends

myard24 — 2024-03-20 17:36:05 UTC

There are about 1,000 employed biomedical engineers in Pennsylvania, however, that number does not include more specific occupations or self- employed. Hospitals and labs largely employ these jobs. California has the most employed biomedical engineers, with Pennsylvania in 4th.

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

5. Qualifications

myard24 — 2024-03-20 17:36:14 UTC

Usually you would need a bachelor's degree, however some higher level jobs may require a graduate degree. Valued classes in highschool include, math, physics, chemistry, computer programing, and biology.

https://www.bls.gov/ooh/architecture-and-engineering/biomedical-engineers.htm#tab-4

6. Educational Institutions

myard24 — 2024-03-20 17:36:31 UTC

University of Pennsylvania

Carnegie Mellon

Drexel University

Lehigh University (Rossin)

Penn State (Main Campus)

https://www.usnews.com/best-graduate-schools/top-engineering-schools/biomedical-rankings/pennsylvania

7. Job Benefits and Drawbacks

myard24 — 2024-03-20 17:36:45 UTC

2 Benefits --> Good Salary + Impact

1 Drawback --> Potential Long work hours

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