Position Summary

The Department of Surgery is looking for a Student Research Worker (CU Student). Incumbent will perform multiple assignments under direct supervision.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with our engineer to design and model components using CAD software.
• Research and utilize optical pathways to direct light from the light cord onto the surgical field.
• Conduct research and development to compare the intensity and illumination of our device with current surgical headlights.
• Conduct research on the video recording devices to seamlessly integrate into the surgical workflow.
• Contribute to the software development for embedded systems and explore cloud storage solutions for video recordings.
• Ensure compatibility of the device with standard sterilization processes.
• Support the compliance with regulatory standards and certifications.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalency certificate.
• Technical training or equivalency, and 6 months of related laboratory experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in CAD software for product design and modeling.
• Background in Physics or Optics.
• Basic knowledge of software development for embedded systems.
• Familiarity with cloud storage solutions for video recording.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering.

Job Details

• Posted: 31-Jan-26
• Location: New York, New York
• Type: Part-time
• Categories: Staff/Administrative
• Internal Number: 555161
• Job Type: Short Term Casual
• Regular/Temporary: Temporary
• End Date if Temporary: 2/1/2027
• Hours Per Week: 10
• Standard Work Schedule: Mon - Fri (9am - 5pm)
• Building: Columbia University Medical Center
• Salary Range: $23 - $23

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.