University of Minnesota Innovation Fellows Program Medical Devices Center Seeking Applications

Application Deadline for 2011-12 Fellowship: April 18, 2011

The University of Minnesota Medical Innovation Fellows Program is sponsored by the UMN Medical Devices Center, part of the Institute for Engineering in Medicine. The University of Minnesota is recruiting a four person cross-disciplinary team consisting of postgraduate engineers, seasoned medical device professionals, bioscientists and physicians to collaborate in medical device product and development for the year. Applicants must be dedicated to the creation of new medical devices to improve human health and well being. Those with a special interest in medical technology development are encouraged to apply as are physicians in their residency or fellowship training.

Responsibilities:

• Identifying clinical needs, inventing, and creating and testing prototype solutions 
• Generating 15-20 patent disclosures related to medical devices or diagnostics
• Attending rotations/rounds at the University of Minnesota Academic Health Center and visiting the surrounding medical device industry
• Mentoring to engineering design student groups

Eligibility:

• Degree in engineering, medicine, or biosciences. Medical or doctorate degree preferred.
• Evidence of innovation 
• One or more years of research training required

Benefits:

• Monthly salary and health benefits are provided for one year starting August 29, 2011
• Use of first class facilities in engineering and medicine at the University of Minnesota
• Access to top MDs, PhDs, and professors at the University of Minnesota and local industry

How to Apply: Submit a cover letter, resume or curriculum vitae, statement of medical device product development interests, and contact information for three references. For more information, please see the Medical Devices Center website www.mdc.umn.edu (Requistion Number 170512). Applications will be accepted starting February 11, 2011.

Please note: Positions will be filled as qualified applicants apply. If you have questions or would like further information, please contact the Center's Director, Arthur Erdman at agerdman@umn.edu or 612.625.8580.