Senior Research Engineer - Acoustics, Biomedical

Histo Sonics is a medical device company, founded in 2009, that has developed a non‑invasive, sonic beam therapy platform that uses histotripsy, which is capable of destroying targeted liver tumors. Our mission and passion are to advance the novel science of histotripsy and its powerful benefits, bringing meaningful and transformational change to physicians and their patients.

Location: Ann Arbor, MI - Onsite

Travel: Minimal (less than 10%)

The Sr. Research Engineer – Acoustics, Biomedical (Engineer) will work with the Histo Sonics team in the research, design, engineering, development, and testing in support of the Company’s technology and product development. They will play an active role in converting laboratory prototypes into cost‑effective, scalable, and marketable products (organically and with external partners/collaborators).

• Works closely with the R&D management team (Head of Research and Product Development) and the cross‑functional team to translate clinical needs into engineering requirements. Manage programs or facets of programs/projects as required.
  • Manage teams of engineers by creating schedules, tracking inventory, creating or using budgets, or overseeing contract obligations or deadlines.
• Work as a member of the R&D team to plan, set up, carry out, and document scientific experiments related to acoustic, electric, robotic, and software system subcomponents.

• Design or develop medical diagnostic or clinical instrumentation, equipment, or procedures, using the principles of engineering and biobehavioral sciences.
• Adapt or design computer hardware or software for medical science uses.
• Create, develop and/or execute relevant preclinical models supporting proof of concept, premarket and/or post‑market evidence.
  • Evaluate the safety, efficiency, and effectiveness of biomedical equipment.
• Participate in preclinical and/or clinical research studies.
  • Conduct research, along with life scientists, chemists, and medical scientists, on the engineering aspects of the biological systems of humans and animals.
• Participate in developing requirements, test procedures, and design output documentation for Histo Sonics products.
  • Prepare technical reports, data summary documents, or research articles for scientific publication, regulatory submissions, or patent applications.
• Document, manage and collaborate on related intellectual property matters including new patent disclosures, applications and support during prosecution process.
• Contribute to risk analysis and decision‑making processes related to features, specifications, and characteristics of our products.
• Use statistical models and methods to analyze and present in vivo and ex vivo testing results.
• Develop statistical models or simulations, using statistical or modeling software.
• Maintain a positive, results‑oriented work environment, building partnerships and modeling teamwork, communicating to team members in an open, balanced and objective manner.
• Perform applicable responsibilities in compliance with the Company’s Quality Management System.
• Ensure that design documentation is in accordance with Histo Sonics’ design control system.
• Develop and apply thermal simulations using the Pennes Bioheat Transfer Equation (BHTE) to predict temperature rise in tissue from acoustic heat sources.
• Implement and maintain MATLAB‑based thermal modeling workflows.
• Collaborate with team simulation efforts to evaluate thermal risk.
• Conduct thermal benchtop experiments and measurements, including data collection and analysis, to support simulation, validation, and design decisions.
• PhD degree in engineering (Biomedical, Mechanical, or Electrical) or Physics or Master’s degree plus 3 to 5 years related industrial work experience.
• Academic research or industry experience in the development or use of focused ultrasound (histotripsy, HIFU, and/or other therapeutic ultrasound) systems.
• Demonstrated knowledge of diagnostic ultrasound and its use in medical device development.
• Experience in complex systems design, engineering and product development (including product support during commercialization).
• Experience driving products through verification and validation, resulting in successful regulatory submissions (globally).
• Excellent communication skills and quality management systems experiences.
• Strong proficiency with MATLAB for scientific computing. Familiarity with k‑Wave is preferred.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full‑time employees. This includes health, dental, and vision insurance, life, short‑term and long‑term disability insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and more.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.