Ultrasound Research Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Location: On-Site Seattle, WA Office

Classification: Full-Time

Who we are

United Imaging is a leading global medical device developer and supplier with a diversified portfolio of advanced medical products, digital healthcare solutions, and intelligent solutions that cover the entire process of imaging diagnosis and treatment. 

The Ultrasound Business Unit of United Imaging is building a global team covering product management, product development, clinical applications, and research. We are establishing a new Ultrasound R&D team in the Seattle area. Our Seattle team’s focus is innovation in high-performance ultrasound imaging that benefits our customers and their patients in clinically meaningful ways. 

Join our innovative team with the mission of developing and supplying advanced technologies and improving patient care worldwide. As part of our global team, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with talented and dedicated colleagues while developing and expanding your career.

Company Page: http://www.united-imaging.com/en/home/

Benefits and Compensation

When joining our team, we offer the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, short- & long-term disability insurance, employee assistance program, company paid basic life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, paid time off, sick leave, and (12) paid holidays. Compensation decisions are based upon the candidate level of skill, qualifications, geographical location and experience, and it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the posted pay range. Additionally, the position may also be eligible to earn performance-based incentive compensation (such as cash bonus(es)).

Job Description

The Clinical Scientist (Ultrasound) works closely with our global, cross-functional teams that include Clinical Science, Product Management, and R&D. This position could be opened at multiple levels depending upon years of experience in relation to posted requirements. In this role, the Clinical Scientist is instrumental in supporting all clinical activities for R&D, product evaluation, marketing, new product introduction, and product feedback in the US and with our global Headquarters. Successful candidates will demonstrate the characteristics of authenticity and integrity that are needed to build meaningful and lasting relationships with our customers.

In different program milestones, your key responsibilities include:

R&D

- Define, develop, and drive internal and external clinical evaluation plans for new products

- Support Ultrasound R&D, drive and participate in clinical research collaborations with KOLs

- Conduct Voice-of-Customer (VOC) research to collect customer needs in North America and Europe 

Pre-market

- Contribute to and advise on clinical aspects of marketing execution for marketing collaterals, presentation content, etc. Co-work with KOLs on clinical testimonials

- Manage the clinical aspects of national shows, reference sites, and the site visit process (Seattle site and national show sites)

NPI

- Provide and create clinical content for Ultrasound product marketing to support adoption and integration of key-product messaging and clinical claims into marketing materials

- Work with NPI teams globally to ensure successful planning and execution of clinical marketing training

Post-market 

- Demonstrate Ultrasound capabilities at industry trade shows, HQ Customer Center, and during sales calls

- Actively participate in all site visits for system demonstration and resolution for clinical-related topics

- Participate in customer engagements, focus groups, user groups, medical advisory boards and other market-related activities to assist in the collection, definition and validation of clinical market needs and requirement 

To be successful in this role, you should have the following skills and experience:

- Bachelor's degree or higher in related scientific or clinical discipline; or relevant equivalent work experience

- 5+ years medical imaging research or clinical experience

- Experience in training end users is preferred

- Strong presentation skills and development skills with excellent ability to synthesize and explain complex issues

- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and ability to quickly build relationships with internal and external team and customers

- Ability to travel domestically & internationally (up to 25%)

- Experience in product management/marketing is preferred

- Creative, flexible and well-organized

- Team oriented - ability to motivate and work well with diverse, global and cross-functional teams

- Demonstrated Passion for Change

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

United Imaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity, equity, and inclusion matter. United Imaging provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Working Conditions:

Magnetic Environment Exposure:
This position requires working in an environment where strong magnetic fields may be present. Employees may be exposed to powerful magnets, electromagnetic equipment, or other devices that generate magnetic fields.

Risk to Ferrous Metals in the Body:
Due to the nature of the magnetic environment, employees must not wear or carry ferrous metals on their person while in the designated work area. This includes, but is not limited to, metal objects such as steel, iron, and other ferrous materials. Additionally, employees with implants, medical devices, or foreign objects containing ferrous metals within their body (e.g., certain surgical implants, pacemakers, or metal pins) may be at risk and must disclose any such conditions to their supervisor prior to starting work. 

Are You Looking for Something Different?

Are you interested in ultrasound imaging innovation, but feel that you may not be a match for this position or that the timing for a job transition is not right? We will be expanding our Seattle-area Ultrasound R&D team over the next several years and be looking for talent across a range of skills and experience. We encourage you to reach out to us and start a conversation.

To learn more about United Imaging, visit our company page (https://www.united-imaging.com/en) and check us out on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/united-imaging-healthcare/).