Both industrial and academic research are vital, but they have quite distinct goals, which is why I think this is such an intriguing subject. Since it inspires me to see how my work directly affects people’s lives, I personally like…   Read more»

I concur that, although historically, research on animals has greatly advanced medicine and medical technology, employing live things for testing presents a serious ethical conundrum. Animals may suffer or even perish during research, which begs the question of whether the…   Read more»

I believe that whether or not the work’s safety and scientific integrity are upheld is what separates a good study from a bad one, even in cases where time and money are limited. The industry is always under pressure to…   Read more»

The best course of action when a team disagrees with a project manager’s choice is to foster open communication while maintaining the project’s objectives as the primary focus. A competent manager should first pay close attention to the team’s worries…   Read more»

A project plan, in my opinion, gets overly complex when it begins to micromanage each little step instead of concentrating on the larger goals. Clearly defining what must be done, when it must be done, and how various tasks depend…   Read more»

Not meeting a milestone should be viewed as a failure in and of itself; rather, it should be assessed in light of the project’s larger goals. Milestones are used in project management as checkpoints to gauge team progress, uphold accountability,…   Read more»

If I were applying for a job, I would much prefer to be overqualified than satisfy the requirements. Being overqualified in the near term enables me to immediately contribute value to the position, whether that be through improved technical proficiency,…   Read more»

Based on my own experiences, I would advise Biomedical Engineering students to obtain work experience in the medical device sector, or actually in any profession that deals with medical devices. The fact is that studying these gadgets in a classroom…   Read more»

I see a lot of benefit in obtaining medical device-related certifications, even for people whose main concentration may not be devices themselves, as I am in the Medical Device and Imaging track. To guarantee patient safety and efficacy, the medical…   Read more»

I would choose the industry due to its benefits when introduced to two different job opportunities. With academia, you can research various topics and make breakthroughs in a specific study. However, I think the industry can do the same thing,…   Read more»

Even while working remotely provides flexibility and convenience, I think in-person meetings are more productive, particularly for positions like quality engineering or quality control in the medical device sector. To fully comprehend how the devices work, spot problems, and confirm…   Read more»

@jacobchabuel  That’s a really good question, and it’s a crucial one as workplaces change. Communication, time management, flexibility, and problem-solving are among the fundamental abilities that are unquestionably crucial in both onsite and remote environments, but particular characteristics make each…   Read more»

I always thought that Co-Op or internships were essential for getting started in the biomedical engineering industry during my undergraduate education, especially if I wanted to work for bigger organizations like Stryker or Merck. Gaining practical experience in on-campus research…   Read more»