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Develop technology that saves lives while you develop your future.
Biomedical engineers develop the devices and procedures that save lives. Biomedical engineers design, develop, evaluate and sell such devices as prosthetics, artificial organs and health instruments. Biomedical engineers combine medical knowledge with engineering technology to improve health care.
Common degrees within Biomedical Engineering include health care informatics & IT and health care. Specialties within these degrees include biomaterials, biomechanics, medical imaging, rehabilitation engineering and orthopedic engineering.
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| "...the biomedical engineering career field is ripe with opportunity for groundbreaking advancements and far-reaching benefits in the healthcare industry" |
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The biomedical field is growing faster than average, and with the population continuing to age and the demand for increased health technology, biomedical engineers will continue to be in demand. Careers in Biomedical Engineering include:
- Research
- Systems developers
- Systems evaluators
- Instrumentation developers
- Medical IS managers
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- Health management
- Care delivery systems managers
- Medical equipment development
- Medical equipment sales
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27% Job Growth |
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The average starting salary for a biomedical engineer is $53,000 to $68,000 per year. Biomedical Engineering degrees offer great potential for advancement, including becoming technical specialists and supervisors.. |
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A graduate degree is recommended or required for some jobs. With a degree in Biomedical Engineering, you will conduct research with life scientists, chemists and medical scientists. Understanding the human anatomy, medical procedures, and combining health care with technology is important. Computer design abilities are important as well. Biomedical engineers who offer their services directly to the public are required to be licensed, which generally requires a degree, a few years of experience and completion of a state examination. |
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