3D Engineer

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The primary focus of this position will be to support YNHH clinical cases with image segmentation, virtual surgical planning, patient specific device design, and 3D printing of models and devices. The initial case work will start in Orthopaedics but may expand to other specialties over time. This role will interface directly with physicians and attend surgeries in the hospital environment. This role will require adherence to SOPs and thorough documentation of case work, with an understanding of ISO standards and FDA guidance on point of care 3D printing.

Secondarily, this role will support clinical research projects as requested, including device design and/or 3D printing of components.

• Ability to define and execute clinical workflows for image segmentation, virtual surgical planning, and 3DP patient-specific medical device design.
• Ability to perform technical analysis and 3D research as requested. Ability to provide 3D support for other clinical interests and projects.
• Source expertise for specific projects as needed. Maintain capital equipment - 3D printers and associated equipment.
• Track all clinical work per SOPs according to our quality management system.
• Ability to work within a hospital environment adhering to all regulations (IRB, HIPAA, etc.)

• Master's degree in a related field (e.g., engineering, public health, social sciences).
• Proven experience preparing IRB protocols, amendments, and progress reports.
• Proven experience with clinical trials, including patient recruitment and regulatory submissions.
• Familiarity with statistical analysis software (e.g., SPSS, SAS, R).
• Prior experience working on large-scale research studies or multi-visit projects.

• Carries out research within the scope of the established study protocol. Adheres to all human subjects regulations as defined by Yale University and the federal government that pertain to research studies.
• Develops criteria for admission of study subjects based on goals and objectives of project.
• Determines potential sources of funding and prospective partnerships.
• Evaluates feasibility of accepting potential projects through analysis of staffing needs, resource requirements, financial costs, and current planned capacity of group. Negotiates contracts and/or changes with funder.
• Develops original HIC/IRB submissions. Based on knowledge of science and research goals, collaborates with PIs on major revisions and contributes to scientific protocols. Plans and implements changes.
• Develops forms, questionnaires and the application of research techniques; writes procedures manuals for data collection and coding.
• Responsible for the documentation and transmission of study data. Ensures that report forms are accurately documented and completed in a timely manner at each site location.
• Works independently to develop manage and organize multi site studies. Serves as primary coordinator between University, non-Yale collaborators, pharmaceutical companies, HIC, IRB and funding sources.
• Performs descriptive and multivariate statistical analyses of data, using computer software.
• Designs and implements quality control measures to ensure accurate collection and processing of data.
• Contributes in-depth, original thought and relevance to written reports and to the writing of abstracts and manuscripts.

Master’s Degree in a related discipline and two years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

10/26/2026

Professional

NON

Clinical & Research

Research Associate 2 HSS (23)

$65,000.00 - $

A general description of Yale University benefits is available at:

Part time

Staff Fixed Duration (Fixed Term)

Hybrid

All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are…