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Which are the best countries to work as a Biomedical Engineer?
How is the day to day/ligfestyle of a Biomedical egineer? What are the work schedules like, where do they work and how well paid the job is (this depends on what), which are the countries who offer this career a good prospect?
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William’s Answer
Hi Rafaela,
I very much appreciate your interest in biomedical engineering.
It's an opportunity for you to make a significant impact on our society by providing solutions to some of the most pressing challenges humanity faces. This really is the essence of engineering.
This profession, for instance, has a direct impact on people with disabilities, that constitute a significant minority in the world, by providing technological solutions that can provide them easier access to others, sustainable independence, & to some extent job opportunities.
Biomedical engineering is also responsible for the design, construction, operation and maintenance of robotics such as those used in surgical operations.
Biomedical engineers work in hospitals, rehabilitation Centers, universities, research labs and industries. So their routines depend on where they work:
1. Clinical Roles:
They are involved in the implementation & maintenance of robotics & other medical devices. They also gather feedback on these technologies so as to identify what works & what needs improvement.
2. Research & Development:
They work in companies that develop medical technologies. The basic focus is on design, testing & regulatory compliance. This ensures that these technologies are safe, effective & efficient
3. Regulatory & Quality Assurance:
Biomedical engineers also work in roles which ensure that technologies for medical use meet safety & efficacy standards.
4. Consulting & Education:
Biomedical engineers provide consulting services for clients.
They also provide training for healthcare professionals & with patients through training sessions & workshops.
5. As rehabilitation engineers, their primary roles are:
a) Designing & developing assistive technology & devices e.g. prosthetic solutions. Such solutions help rehabilitate people with physical, cognitive or sensory impairments.
b) Assessing individuals with disabilities to determine their needs & capabilities.
c) Evaluation of the effectiveness of technology & rehabilitation devices. Such design reviews are helpful in improving the next generation of solutions.
Biomedical engineers are generally paid well. Average pay is about $ 100,000 (range: 81,000 - 125,000)
Top countries to work in include: USA, UK, Germany, Canada, Australia, Switzerland et.
Whereas good pay is important, it's imperative that one also chooses what one enjoys doing. This way, the path to a successful career becomes not only meaningful but also easier. Discipline & commitment, too, are essential for a successful career.
I hope you find this useful.
I very much appreciate your interest in biomedical engineering.
It's an opportunity for you to make a significant impact on our society by providing solutions to some of the most pressing challenges humanity faces. This really is the essence of engineering.
This profession, for instance, has a direct impact on people with disabilities, that constitute a significant minority in the world, by providing technological solutions that can provide them easier access to others, sustainable independence, & to some extent job opportunities.
Biomedical engineering is also responsible for the design, construction, operation and maintenance of robotics such as those used in surgical operations.
Biomedical engineers work in hospitals, rehabilitation Centers, universities, research labs and industries. So their routines depend on where they work:
1. Clinical Roles:
They are involved in the implementation & maintenance of robotics & other medical devices. They also gather feedback on these technologies so as to identify what works & what needs improvement.
2. Research & Development:
They work in companies that develop medical technologies. The basic focus is on design, testing & regulatory compliance. This ensures that these technologies are safe, effective & efficient
3. Regulatory & Quality Assurance:
Biomedical engineers also work in roles which ensure that technologies for medical use meet safety & efficacy standards.
4. Consulting & Education:
Biomedical engineers provide consulting services for clients.
They also provide training for healthcare professionals & with patients through training sessions & workshops.
5. As rehabilitation engineers, their primary roles are:
a) Designing & developing assistive technology & devices e.g. prosthetic solutions. Such solutions help rehabilitate people with physical, cognitive or sensory impairments.
b) Assessing individuals with disabilities to determine their needs & capabilities.
c) Evaluation of the effectiveness of technology & rehabilitation devices. Such design reviews are helpful in improving the next generation of solutions.
Biomedical engineers are generally paid well. Average pay is about $ 100,000 (range: 81,000 - 125,000)
Top countries to work in include: USA, UK, Germany, Canada, Australia, Switzerland et.
Whereas good pay is important, it's imperative that one also chooses what one enjoys doing. This way, the path to a successful career becomes not only meaningful but also easier. Discipline & commitment, too, are essential for a successful career.
I hope you find this useful.
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Donna’s Answer
Rafaela;
I am not a bio medical engineer, nor do I know or work with any who are.
You are asking a lot of good questions, but I am wondering if you are asking the right questions.
A career path should be about a subject matter that you have a passion for. So I hope you are investigating Bio medicine because that is something you are extremely interested in. Specific specializations and possible a more pointed path in bio medicine will emerge as you begin your college and internship pathways.
No matter what the position or career, most will not make huge salary's from the start. Learning theory and applying it in real world situations are often worlds apart. With experience and passion will come the higher salaries.
Work hours, I would assume depends upon what you are working on. If you are working in the Center for Disease Control, I would imagine there are 9 - 5 positions and then there are other positions which require more dedication to a project where hours may be longer to monitor and analyze the life cycle of a virus.
Work location. Again this is relative to what your over reaching goals are. Different countries have different laws and regulations. For instance if you want to work on cloning a European Country, China or Korea may offer better opportunities than say the United States. Google Results "For biomedical engineers, Switzerland and Germany consistently rank among the countries with the highest average salaries, followed by countries like the United States, Canada, and Australia"
Google: "best opportunity for bio biomedical engineering"
I am not a bio medical engineer, nor do I know or work with any who are.
You are asking a lot of good questions, but I am wondering if you are asking the right questions.
A career path should be about a subject matter that you have a passion for. So I hope you are investigating Bio medicine because that is something you are extremely interested in. Specific specializations and possible a more pointed path in bio medicine will emerge as you begin your college and internship pathways.
No matter what the position or career, most will not make huge salary's from the start. Learning theory and applying it in real world situations are often worlds apart. With experience and passion will come the higher salaries.
Work hours, I would assume depends upon what you are working on. If you are working in the Center for Disease Control, I would imagine there are 9 - 5 positions and then there are other positions which require more dedication to a project where hours may be longer to monitor and analyze the life cycle of a virus.
Work location. Again this is relative to what your over reaching goals are. Different countries have different laws and regulations. For instance if you want to work on cloning a European Country, China or Korea may offer better opportunities than say the United States. Google Results "For biomedical engineers, Switzerland and Germany consistently rank among the countries with the highest average salaries, followed by countries like the United States, Canada, and Australia"
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