Are you passionate about clinical and scientific research, generating insight to identify new areas of discovery and innovation potential, and developing compelling real-world solutions? If so, the HealthFutures team are looking for an Innovation Research Engineer/Scientist to join us on our mission.

Positioned within the Engineering FutureLab function, the HealthFutures team has the exciting challenge to uncover and develop innovative product opportunities in emerging areas of healthcare.

We are seeking someone who is comfortable with ambiguity, enjoys uncovering and connecting disparate ideas and knowledge to explore what might be possible. If you are passionate about advocating for the patient and are driven by a desire to apply your medical science expertise and engineering skills to create solutions that positively impact people’s lives, and drive impactful business opportunities, then please apply!

Scope of work:

In-depth review of clinical and scientific research, analysis of data to generate insights to inform strategic decisionsIdentification of innovation opportunity areas for Discovery and product development activity Documentation and presentation of findings and recommendations to team and various stakeholdersGeneration, development and testing of innovative solution concepts and prototypesUser evaluation trials, collection of data and evidence generation to guide and support design directionsCollaboration with cross-functional teams to drive innovation projectsOutreach and cultivation of partnerships with the external scientific and healthcare community

Attributes that will see you thrive and be successful in the role:

Comfortable with ambiguity and navigating uncertaintyLove of medical research, deep diving into the science and underlying principles of a phenomenaSynthesizing complex knowledge into easily understandable content for nonspecialists (teaching others)Scientific creativity and the ability to apply research insight to develop technical solutions in response to findingsLove of blue-sky thinking, ideation, and tinkeringAbility to work autonomously, and as a team player who loves to collaborate and is energized by working with othersThe desire and aspiration to dream crazy ideas and make the impossible possible!

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering, Medical Science, or other relevant degree.Minimum of 3 years related experienceApplies functional knowledge and existing methodologies to solve complex problems or execute specialized projectsExercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.Demonstrates appropriate technical proficiency, scientific creativity, collaboration with others and independent thought.

Joining us is more than saying “yes” to making the world a healthier place. It’s discovering a career that’s challenging, supportive and inspiring. Where a culture driven by excellence helps you not only meet your goals, but also create new ones. We focus on creating a diverse and inclusive culture, encouraging individual expression in the workplace and thrive on the innovative ideas this generates. If this sounds like the workplace for you, apply now! We commit to respond to every applicant.