Introduction
Biomedical engineering analyzes and solves problems in biology and medicine, with the goal of improving health care. The field aims to develop and implement advanced technology applications to the complex problems of medical care. The study of biomedical engineering and technology focuses on: molecular, cellular, and nanosystems bioengineering; biomaterials and tissue engineering; biomechanics and rehabilitation engineering; physiologic systems and bioinstrumentation; and computational bioengineering and biomedical imaging. At Rutgers, the Biomedical Engineering Department offers degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels.
Graduates in biomedical engineering may pursue a variety of career paths in research facilities, universities, businesses, hospitals, and government agencies. While most graduates work in a related occupation and many obtain an advanced degree, others choose another direction. Many careers do not require a specific major but rather a wide range of demonstrated skills and accomplishments. Regardless of your career choices, increase your marketability to employers through internships, responsible work experience, good grades and involvement in college activities.
A Sample of Related Occupations
| Bioinstrumentation Specialist | Genetic Engineer | Professor/Educator |
| Biomaterials Researcher | Field Clinical Engineer | Rehabilitation Engineer |
| Biomechanics Engineer | Human Factors Design | Requirements Analyst |
| Biomedical Applications Developer | Engineer | Research Software Developer |
| Biomedical Engineer | Instrument Scientist | R & D Engineer |
| Biomedical Program Analyst | Laboratory Supervisor | Sales Engineer |
| Calibration Technician | Mechanical Design Engineer | Software Engineer |
| Cellular Engineer | Medical Device Specialist | Staff Scientist |
| Clinical Engineer | Medical Imaging Specialist | Systems Physiologist |
| Clinical Project Manager | Orthopaedic Bioengineer | Technical Advisor |
| Development Scientist | Product Engineer |
Types of Employers
| Private & Non-profit Organizations | ||
| Clinics | Hospitals | Regulatory Agencies |
| Consulting Firms | Manufacturing Companies | R & D Laboratories |
| Environmental Organizations | Medical Centers | Scientific Journals |
| Foundations | Occupational Safety Institutes | Testing Laboratories |
| HMOs | Pharmaceutical Companies | Universities |
| Government Agencies | ||
| Centers for Disease Control | National Cancer Institute | Public Health Service |
| Dept. of Health | National Institutes of Health | |
| Environmental Protection Agency | NJ State Dept. of Health | |
Jobs Obtained by Rutgers Graduates
| Associate, Clarkson Consulting | Research Scientist, Celgene (PhD Biomed. Engr.) |
| Biomaterials Development Engineer, EBI, L.P. | Senior Master Scheduler, Johnson & Johnson |
| Infrastructure Management Associate, Merck & Co. | Supplier Engineer, Johnson & Johnson |
Graduate Schools Attended
| Drexel University, PhD, Biomedical Engineering | University of Arizona, PhD, Physiological Sciences |
| Duke University, JD, Patent Law | University of Pennsylvania, PhD, Materials Science |
| Rutgers University, PhD, Biomedical Engineering |
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Last Updated: 04/23/2009