Occupation Details
Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers
Apply knowledge of engineering, biology, chemistry, computer science, and biomechanical principles to the design, development, and evaluation of biological, agricultural, and health systems and products, such as artificial organs, prostheses, instrumentation, medical information systems, and health management and care delivery systems.
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Realistic
Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely with others.
Investigative
Investigative occupations frequently involve working with ideas, and require an extensive amount of thinking. These occupations can involve searching for facts and figuring out problems mentally.
Work Values
Achievement
Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement.
Working Conditions
Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions.
Independence
Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.
Salary & Job Outlook
Starting Salary
$68,600.00
New York StateMedian Salary
$105,280.00
New York StateExperienced Salary
$130,920.00
New York StateNational Average for Comparison
New York State Job Market Outlook
Jobs Right Now (2018)
820
professionals in NYFuture Job Growth (2030)
1,000
+18 jobs/yearNew Jobs Every Year
75
new opportunities yearlyGrowth Rate
0.2%
projected increasePreparation: Experience, Training, and Education
The list below outlines the prior educational experience required to perform in this occupation.
Degree Needed - Four-year college
Experience Requirements
A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, an accountant must complete four years of college and work for several years in accounting to be considered qualified.
Education Requirements
Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.
Training Details
Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.
Transferrable Skills and Experience
Many of these occupations involve coordinating, supervising, managing, or training others. Examples include real estate brokers, sales managers, database administrators, graphic designers, conservation scientists, art directors, and cost estimators.
School Programs
The following lists school programs which are applicable to this occupation.
Licensing & Certification
New York State requires workers in this occupation to hold a license or certification.
Professional Engineer
Learn MoreSkills
The list below includes the skills required by workers in this occupation; skills are what allow you to learn more quickly and improve your performance.
Critical Thinking
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Reading Comprehension
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
Active Listening
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Complex Problem Solving
Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
Judgment and Decision Making
Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
Science
Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
Mathematics
Using mathematics to solve problems.
Active Learning
Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Skill level is measured on a seven point scale, where one means 'some competence required for this occupation' and seven means 'a high level of expertise required for this occupation'.
Knowledge
The list below includes knowledge items, the principles and facts required by this occupation.
Engineering and Technology
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
Computers and Electronics
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Design
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
Physics
Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub-atomic structures and processes.
Biology
Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.
Chemistry
Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.
Knowledge level is measured on a seven point scale, where one means 'some competence required for this occupation' and seven means 'a high level of expertise required for this occupation'.
Work Environment
The list below includes the physical and social factors that influence the nature of work in this occupation.
Hover over or tap each factor to see its description.
Work Styles
Included in the list below are the personal work style characteristics that can affect how well a worker is likely to perform in this occupation.
Achievement/Effort
Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.
Adaptability/Flexibility
Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
Analytical Thinking
Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.
Attention to Detail
Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
Cooperation
Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
Dependability
Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
Initiative
Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
Innovation
Job requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems.
Integrity
Job requires being honest and ethical.
Persistence
Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.
Tools & Technology
This list below describes the machines, equipment, tools, software, and information technology that workers in this occupation will use.
Tools
- 3T scanners
- Accelerometers
- Acoustic measurement systems
- Acousto-optic modulators
- Activity monitoring devices
- Aerosol analyzers
- Aerosol generators
- Analytical balances
- Anthropometers
- Arbitrary waveform generators
- Autoclaves
- Automated particle counters
- Automatic titrators
- Autosamplers
- Axial-torsional testing systems
- Bacteria-based biosensors
- Basic stamp microcontrollers
- Bio-sensors
- Bio-signal amplifiers
- Bio-signal simulators
- Biomagnetic imaging scanners
- Biomedical device electrical safety testers
- Biomimetic robots
- Bioreactors
- Biosafety cabinets
- Bomb calorimeters
- Camcorders
- Capillary electrophoresis systems
- Carbon dioxide CO2 incubators
- Cardiovascular prosthetic device testers
Technology
- ADInstruments LabChart
- ANSYS simulation software
- Ab Initio
- Ada
- Adobe Systems Adobe Photoshop
- Advanced computer simulation language ACSL
- AspenTech HYSYS
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- Biomechanical modeling software
- Bioreactor Design
- C
- C++
- Cadence Encounter Test
- Calibration software
- Charting software
- Computational modeling software
Duties
Duties are job behaviors describing activities that occur on multiple jobs. The generalized and detailed work activities described in the list below apply to this occupation.
- test equipment as part of engineering projects or processes
- prepare reports
- prepare technical reports or related documentation
- delegate authority for engineering activities
- evaluate product design
- draw prototypes, plans, or maps to scale
- write product performance requirements
- calculate engineering specifications
- communicate technical information
- confer with scientists
- direct and coordinate scientific research or investigative studies
- coordinate engineering project activities
- direct and coordinate activities of workers or staff
- advise clients or customers
- advise clients regarding engineering problems
- recommend materials for products
- write business project or bid proposals
- develop policies, procedures, methods, or standards
- develop plans for programs or projects
- work as a team member
- inspect facilities or equipment for regulatory compliance
- examine engineering documents for completeness or accuracy
- plan testing of engineering methods
- plan scientific research or investigative studies
- explain complex mathematical information
- understand engineering data or reports
- estimate time needed for project
- confer with research personnel
- confer with engineering, technical or manufacturing personnel
- use drafting or mechanical drawing techniques
- use government regulations
- use research methodology procedures within manufacturing or commerce
- use scientific research methodology
- use technical information in manufacturing or industrial activities
- use technical regulations for engineering problems
- use biological research techniques
- use knowledge of investigation techniques
- use mathematical or statistical methods to identify or analyze problems
- use project management techniques
- use quantitative research methods
- use library or online Internet research techniques
- design engineered systems
- design electronic equipment
- create mathematical or statistical diagrams or charts
- design electro-mechanical equipment
- compile numerical or statistical data
- develop tables depicting data
- use computer aided drafting or design software for design, drafting, modeling, or other engineering tasks
- use computers to enter, access or retrieve data
- use relational database software
- use spreadsheet software
- use word processing or desktop publishing software
- develop or maintain databases
- collect scientific or technical data
- read technical drawings
- analyze engineering design problems
- analyze scientific research data or investigative findings
- evaluate costs of engineering projects
- evaluate engineering data
- evaluate manufacturing or processing systems
- provide analytical assessment of engineering data
- analyze technical data, designs, or preliminary specifications
- analyze project proposal to determine feasibility, cost, or time
- analyze test data
- analyze engineering test data
- use intuitive judgment for engineering analyses
- resolve engineering or science problems
Tasks
The list below outlines specific tasks that a worker in this occupation is called upon to do regularly.
- Advise manufacturing staff regarding problems with fermentation, filtration, or other bioproduction processes.
- Collaborate with manufacturing or quality assurance staff to prepare product specification or safety sheets, standard operating procedures, user manuals, or qualification and validation reports.
- Communicate with bioregulatory authorities regarding licensing or compliance responsibilities.
- Communicate with suppliers regarding the design or specifications of bioproduction equipment, instrumentation, or materials.
- Confer with research and biomanufacturing personnel to ensure the compatibility of design and production.
- Consult with chemists or biologists to develop or evaluate novel technologies.
- Design and deliver technology, such as prosthetic devices, to assist people with disabilities.
- Design or conduct follow-up experimentation, based on generated data, to meet established process objectives.
- Design or develop medical diagnostic or clinical instrumentation, equipment, or procedures, using the principles of engineering and biobehavioral sciences.
- Design or direct bench or pilot production experiments to determine the scale of production methods that optimize product yield and minimize production costs.
- Develop bioremediation processes to reduce pollution, protect the environment, or treat waste products.
- Develop methodologies for transferring procedures or biological processes from laboratories to commercial-scale manufacturing production.
- Develop statistical models or simulations, using statistical or modeling software.
- Lead studies to examine or recommend changes in process sequences or operation protocols.
- Maintain databases of experiment characteristics or results.
- Manage teams of engineers by creating schedules, tracking inventory, creating or using budgets, or overseeing contract obligations or deadlines.
- Prepare project plans for equipment or facility improvements, including time lines, budgetary estimates, or capital spending requests.
- Prepare technical reports, data summary documents, or research articles for scientific publication, regulatory submissions, or patent applications.
- Read current scientific or trade literature to stay abreast of scientific, industrial, or technological advances.
- Recommend process formulas, instrumentation, or equipment specifications, based on results of bench or pilot experimentation.
- Review existing manufacturing processes to identify opportunities for yield improvement or reduced process variation.
- Conduct research, along with life scientists, chemists, and medical scientists, on the engineering aspects of the biological systems of humans and animals.
- Adapt or design computer hardware or software for medical science uses.
- Evaluate the safety, efficiency, and effectiveness of biomedical equipment.
- Develop models or computer simulations of human biobehavioral systems to obtain data for measuring or controlling life processes.
- Research new materials to be used for products, such as implanted artificial organs.
- Write documents describing protocols, policies, standards for use, maintenance, and repair of medical equipment.
- Conduct training or in-services to educate clinicians and other personnel on proper use of equipment.
- Analyze new medical procedures to forecast likely outcomes.
- Advise hospital administrators on the planning, acquisition, and use of medical equipment.
Learning Resources
More information on this occupation may be found in the links provided below.
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Students are invited to participate in a science essay contest honoring the Nobel Prizes and the scientific work they recognize. The Laureates of Tomorrow ? NOBEL ESSAY CONTEST is open to juniors attending public, private, or parochial high school in New York City. Each applicant may submit his or her essay in only one of three categories: Physics, Chemistry, or Physiology/Medicine.
Learn MoreNew York State Science Olympiad
The Science Olympiad is an international nonprofit organization devoted to improving the quality of science education, increasing student interest in science and providing recognition for outstanding achievement in science education by both students and teachers.The State competition in New York consists of B(grades 6 to 9) and C (grades 9 to 12) Divisions with all of the official Science Olympiad events plus two Trial/Pilot events during the Spring months.
Learn MoreOffice of Science Education (OSE):Free Resources for Science Teachers
OSE plans, develops, and coordinates a comprehensive science education programs to strengthen and enhance efforts of the NIH to attract young people to biomedical and behavioral science careers and to improve science literacy.
Learn MorePestWorld for Kids
Come explore the world of pests then use your knowledge to outwit the pests in your world! PestWorld for Kids explores pest ecology as the intersection between human-created habitats and animal needs for food and shelter. The site offers information resources, interactive learning games, and lesson plans that support National Science Standards.
Learn MorePestWorld for Teachers
PestWorld for Teachers provide a fascinating entry point into many curricular subjects, including biology, ecology, environment, and health using pests as the theme. The K-2 and 3-5 grade lesson plans teach insect anatomy, the social life of termites, the scientific inquiry process, and much more. The lessons emphasize both content and process skills and support the National Science Standards.
Learn MorePlant Genomics
Plant Genomics (DNA Science alumni in grades 10 to12) integrates biochemical and computer methods for analyzing plant genes. Participants examine food products for signs of genetic modification, detect jumping genes discovered by CSHL Nobelist Barbara McClintock, and have the unique opportunity to assist scientists with the analysis of newly discovered genes in rice.
Learn MorePlant Genomics
Plant Genomics (DNA Science alumni in grades 10-12) integrates biochemical and computer methods for analyzing plant genes. Participants examine food products for signs of genetic modification, detect ?jumping genes? discovered by CSHL Nobelist Barbara McClintock, and have the unique opportunity to assist scientists with the analysis of newly discovered genes in rice.
Learn MorePolytechnic University Summer Research Institute
The Summer Research Institute of Polytechnic University provides talented high school students with educational opportunities in science, engineering and mathematics beyond those regularly available in course and laboratories at students' high schools. Students engage in independent research in university laboratories under the guidance faculty mentors.
Learn MoreProject Lead the Way: High School Program-Pathway to Engineering
Four year sequence of courses introduces high school students to the scope, rigor and discipline of engineering prior to entering college.
Learn MoreProject Lead the Way: Pathway to Engineering
Four year sequence of courses introduces high school students to the scope, rigor and discipline of engineering prior to entering college.
Learn MoreRader's Biology4Kids
Biology4Kids.com is a website that teaches the basics of biology to all ages. It has sections on cell structure, cell function, the scientific method, classification, microorganisms, invertebrates, plants, vertebrates, and animal systems.
Learn MoreResearch Summer Scholar Program for High School Students
The Summer Research Scholar Program is an intensive seven week research program for 11th and 12th grade students who are interested in Physics, Chemistry, and Bioengineering. Students create independent projects with guidance from Garcia Center faculty and graduate students. The program teaches the students to perform original research, analyze scientific data, and use state of-the-art instrumentation
Learn MoreRochester Scholars
The Rochester Scholars program provides an exciting academic experience for high school students to explore the sciences, social sciences, engineering, and humanities.Students have a chance to interact with peers from area schools who have a wide range of interests and goals. And they get to test the "college experience" in a fun-filled, but challenging, setting.
Learn MoreSUNY Cobleskill POP: Protect Our Planet
Campers explore and learn about the life forms that inhabit streams, meadows, woods and mountains. Campers will use scientific tools and techniques to determine the health of streams, gather and grow bacteria and conduct experiments.
Learn MoreSci4Kids
Bridging the gap between science, agriculture, and kids, Sci4Kids is geared to children ages 8 to 13. The site is a series of interactive stories based on research projects featured in Agricultural Research. Themes include transportation, weird science, cities, aquaculture and more!
Learn MoreScience & Technology Entry Program (Step) at Fordham University
The Science & Technology Entry Program (Step) at Fordham University is an enrichment, pre-college program for students who excel academically and want to pursue careers in scientific, technical, health related and licensed professions. STEP offers an array of programs and services after school and on Saturday mornings during the academic year, and during a four-week, full-time summer program in July.
Learn MoreScience and Society Essay Contest: High School Essay Contest
The Science and Society Essay Contest aims to challenge students to question and deliberate the purposes and social implications of scientific research. Briefly describe the historic context of the science, then describe how this breakthrough could lead to new products or technologies and how those advances would impact human society. All high school students (9th to12th grade) who attend school in Suffolk or Nassau County are eligible.
Learn MoreSiemens Westinghouse Competition in Math, Science and Technology
America's premier science research competition for high school students begins a new year. More than $700,000 is awarded each year through the Siemens Westinghouse Competition, with college scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $100,000 to students, as well as $2,000 per project to the high school of every regional finalist.
Learn MoreSiemens Westinghouse Competition in Math, Science and Technology
The Siemens Competition in Math, Science & Technology recognizes remarkable talent early on, fostering individual growth for high school students who are willing to challenge themselves through science research. Through regional competition, students have an opportunity to achieve national recognition for science research projects that they complete in high school.
Learn MoreStudent Intern Research Program at The Feinstein Institute for Medical Research
This program provides students with research experience that can either complement an existing research interest or assist students in defining their focus. During the eight week program interns attend weekly seminars designed to enhance their experience, such as laboratory safety, basic laboratory techniques, how to read the scientific literature, and a selection of research topics.
Learn MoreSummer Science Workshop
This two week residential program gives students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds the opportunity to attend college level classes, work in laboratories, and receive college and career guidance for science and health related fields.
Learn MoreSummer at RPI: PREFACE and STEP Program
Explore all the engineering disciplines and engage in leadership, career, and professional development. The primary goal is to enable interested and talented students to explore the opportunities in engineering and engineering-related professions. Through interactive laboratory experiences, lectures, discussions, field trips, and plant visits, participants have an opportunity to explore the challenges and rewards of a technological education. Contact smithc@rpi.edu for more information.
Learn MoreSummerITeens:Professional Development Opportunities
SummerITeens Professional Development Opportunities for area educators include Energy and Nanotechnology Camp and Math and Science Institutes for grades K12.
Learn MoreTeachEngineering Resources for K12
Engineering is all around us. TeachEngineering Resources for K12 uses engineering as a vehicle to integrate math and science fundamentals. All lesson plans are based upon age-appropriate national and state science, technology, mathematics and engineering educational standards.
Learn MoreTech Valley Summer Camp
Tech Valley Summer Camp is an exciting opportunity in which girls and boys from local schools spend five days engaged in FUN, and exciting activities alongside professionals in the fields of Nanotechnology, Biotechnology, Advanced Materials, Alternative Energies, Information Technologies, and Multidisciplinary Engineering. Each day of the camp is hosted by a different Tech Valley business, organization, or university.
Learn MoreTech-Interns, The Source for Undergraduate and Graduate Science and Engineering Internships
This site is an online clearinghouse for information regarding extra-curricular study and employment in technical and science fields. The features of this site include not only a search engine for internship and co-op opportunities, but also links to many other helpful websites on internships, post-graduate employment, scholarships, and financial aid.
Learn MoreTechValleyCareers
The Center's mission is to support appropriate career development through the design and delivery of innovative resources and programs that prepare students for the 21st century workplace. is an online clearinghouse for information about high tech careers in the Greater Capital Region. Through this website, educators, students and parents are linked to education and career opportunities made possible by the high tech growth and expansion in Tech Valley.
Learn MoreTryEngineering.org
This resource for students,ages 8 to18, their parents, their teachers and their school counselors will find this portal about engineering and engineering careers, to be helpful for young people to better understand what engineering means, and how an engineering career can be made part of their future.
Learn MoreTryEngineering.org Lesson Plans
TryEngineering offers a variety of lesson plans for ages 8 to 18 that align with education standards to allow teachers and students to apply engineering principles in the classroom. The provided matrix will allow you to select a lesson that will be age and content appropriate for your classroom.
Learn MoreUniversity of Rochester Medical Center: Life Sciences Learning Center Teacher Programs
Put on a lab coat and experience a variety of hands-on laboratory investigations and workshops available at the Life Sciences Learning Center (LSCL). These professional development workshops are offered to give educators experience with cutting edge science technologies. These hands-on workshops also provide teachers with innovative instructional materials that align with New York State Math, Science and Technology Standards.
Learn MoreUniversity of Rochester Medical Center: Life Sciences Learning Center Student Programs
The variety of laboratory investigative topics are designed for groups of students accompanied by their teacher to introduce students to scientific concepts and advances through hands-on inquiry-based learning methods. The programs are 2.5 to 4 hours in length and align with the New York Standards Core Curriculum. Science Out Of School offers informal hands-on activities Saturdays and Holidays.
Learn MoreUniversity of Rochester: Rochester Scholars
The Rochester Scholars program provides an exciting academic experience for high school students to explore the sciences, social sciences, engineering, and humanities.Students have a chance to interact with peers from area schools who have a wide range of interests and goals. And they get to test the college experience in a fun filled, but challenging, setting!
Learn MoreUniversity of Rochester: Summer Research Program for High School Teachers
The primary focus of this program is full-time, hands-on research. Each teacher will be a working member of a specific research team in the Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Chemical Engineering Departments. A stipend and housing are provided for teachers.
Learn MoreUniversity of Wisconsin Internships in Public Science Education: Educator Resources
The University of Wisconsin Internships in Public Science Education program has developed a variety of lesson plans and activities that include Nanoscale activities that are good introductions to nanotechnology. They focus on helping students understand just how small the nanoscale is and introduce students to related topics like atoms and scientific notation. The Applications activities provide students a hands-on introduction to how nanotechnology might be used in their daily lives.
Learn MoreWestchester Community College Summer Science Academy for Kids and Teens
Review the basic principles of biology, use skeletons and models to explore basic human anatomy, play detective and try to identify illnesses and learn more about cloning, DNA, and designing genes at the Summer Science Academy for Kids and Teens.
Learn MoreWhat is it Like Where You Live? Biomes and Ecosystems of the World
Scientists have different ways to describe regions of the world. Plants and animals that live near you don't necessarily live elsewhere. Explore terrestrial biomes like Temperate Deciduous Forests, the Deserts, the Grasslands, the Rainforests and more and Aquatic Ecosystems such as Ponds and Lakes, Rivers and Streams, Wetlands and more at this interactive site.
Learn MoreWomen Are Scientists Video Series
"Women Are Scientists" is a series of FREE video presentations that showcases successful female scientists in their respective specialties, and informs students about educational requirements, rewards, and challenges of careers in the biomedical sciences
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