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We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.</p> <p>Job Summary</p> <p>To apply, please send your CV and cover letter to aramezani@bwh.harvard.edu with the subject line: "Senior Applied Scientist - Nezami Lab"</p> <p>About Nezami Lab</p> <p>The Nezami Lab at Brigham and Women's Hospital (a Harvard Medical School affiliate) is dedicated to advancing surgical innovation and precision medicine through a multidisciplinary approach that combines robotics, control systems, computer vision, and biomedical engineering. Our team integrates cutting-edge research in AI, system modeling, and device design to develop intelligent solutions for complex surgical and clinical applications.</p> <p>Position Overview</p> <p>We are seeking a talented and motivated Research Scientist with expertise in computer vision and control systems design to support the development and evaluation of an innovative medical technology platform. The ideal candidate will play a key role in conducting technical and financial feasibility studies, optimizing system architecture, and contributing to the creation of a preliminary functional prototype.</p> <p>Key Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li>Conduct technical feasibility studies and contribute to the system design of robotic and computer vision-based applications </li><li>Implement and test control algorithms for mechanical systems, including feedback and real-time control strategies </li><li>Apply computer vision techniques for image-guided navigation, object detection, and real-time visual tracking </li><li>Evaluate system components from a cost-efficiency perspective and assist in early-stage prototyping </li><li>Collaborate with engineers, clinicians, and researchers to refine system design and translate findings into functional outcomes </li><li>Support documentation and reporting for internal use, grant submissions, and publications </li></ul> <p>Position Duration: June-August 2025 (3 months, with potential for extension)</p> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>Preferred Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>PhD in Robotics, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field </li><li>Proficiency in control systems design, kinematics, dynamics, and robotic system integration </li><li>Strong experience in computer vision (e.g., OpenCV, ROS, 3D reconstruction, object tracking) </li><li>Hands-on experience with prototyping tools and platforms (e.g., Arduino, Raspberry Pi, MATLAB/Simulink, SolidWorks) </li><li>Familiarity with technical and cost feasibility analysis, project planning, and iterative design </li><li>Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of working both independently and collaboratively </li></ul> <p>Why Join Us?</p> <p>This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a high-impact translational research project at the intersection of robotics, control theory, and healthcare innovation. You will gain hands-on experience developing next-generation clinical tools and collaborate closely with a team of clinicians, engineers, and scientists at one of the nation's leading research hospitals.</p> <p>To Apply</p> <p>Please send the following to aramezani@bwh.harvard.edu with the subject line:</p> <p>"Senior Applied Scientist - Nezami Lab"</p> <ul> <li>Your CV or resume, highlighting relevant technical and project experience </li><li>A brief cover letter (1 page max) outlining your interest and alignment with the lab's goals </li><li>(Optional) Portfolio, GitHub, or project links demonstrating past work </li></ul> <p>For inquiries, please contact Dr. Ramezani at aramezani@bwh.harvard.edu.</p> <p>Join us to help shape the future of intelligent, precision-guided surgical technologies.</p> <p>Additional Job Details (if applicable)</p> <p>Remote Type</p> <p>Onsite</p> <p>Work Location</p> <p>75 Francis Street</p> <p>Scheduled Weekly Hours</p> <p>40</p> <p>Employee Type</p> <p>Temporary</p> <p>Work Shift</p> <p>Day (United States of America)</p> <p>EEO Statement:</p> <p>The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.</p> <p>Mass General Brigham Competency Framework</p> <p>At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.</p>