Company Description:
We are creating the future of brain-computer interfaces: building devices now that have the potential to help people with paralysis regain mobility and independence and invent new technologies that could expand our abilities, our community, and our world.
Team Description:
The Next Gen Team at Neuralink is developing the next generation of brain-computer interfaces. We are laying the groundwork for intuitive, high-dimensional, and bidirectional interfaces between brains and machines, with the goal of helping people challenged by a variety of neurological disorders and conditions. Our team consists of scientists and engineers, working closely together to define the engineering requirements for these future products.
Job Description and Responsibilities:
As a Medical Imaging Engineer, you will help develop next-generation neuroimaging techniques to accelerate the development of high-density, reliable neural interfaces. We are looking for hands-on engineers who are excited to own the end-to-end engineering of new imaging protocols and reconstruction algorithms for multiple imaging techniques. You should enjoy diving deep into the fundamental physics and math of each imaging technique and using that knowledge to develop new algorithms and software. The job responsibilities will include:
- Designing and implementing device-specific iterative reconstruction algorithms for X-ray CT artifact reduction
- Developing and implementing device-specific MR artifact reduction pulse sequences and algorithms
- Running experiments using an on-site Naeotom Alpha Photon Counting CT and 3T Cima.X MRI scanner
- Designing and testing MRI pulse sequences for optimal acquisition of cranial microvasculature
- Improving fMRI signal processing and data analysis
- Collaborating with other engineers to develop imaging-based finite element models of the head and nervous system
- Working with engineering, preclinical, and clinical teams to develop imaging techniques using imaging biomarkers for rapid preclinical and clinical feedback
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, biomedical engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience
- Strong software programming and engineering skills
- Proficiency using and writing numerical solvers
- Solid background in solving differential equations numerically
- Strong foundation in Physics, Signal Processing, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering or a related field
Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with the design and operation of MRI and CT scanners
- Experience designing MRI pulse sequences
- Experience with iterative reconstruction algorithms for computed tomography
For Full-Time Employees, your compensation package will include two major components: salary and equity. Guidance on salary for this role will be determined according to the level at which you enter the organization, with the ability to gain more over time as you contribute. In addition, Full-Time Employees are eligible for the following benefits listed below.
What We Offer:
- An opportunity to change the world and work with some of the smartest and most talented experts from different fields
- Growth potential; we rapidly advance team members who have an outsized impact
- Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance through a PPO plan
- Paid holidays
- Commuter benefits
- Meals provided
- Equity + 401(k) plan *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded
- Parental leave *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded
- Flexible time off *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded
Multiple studies have found that a higher percentage of women and BIPOC candidates won't apply if they don't meet every listed qualification. Neuralink values candidates of all backgrounds. If you find yourself excited by our mission but you don't check every box in the description, we encourage you to apply anyway!
Neuralink provides equal opportunity in all of our employment practices to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military status, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, promotion, transfer, disciplinary action, layoff, return from layoff, training and social, and recreational programs. All such employment decisions will be made without unlawfully discriminating on any prohibited basis.
If you need a reasonable accommodation at any point in the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations are modifications or adjustments to the application or hiring process that would enable you to fully participate in those processes. Examples of reasonable accommodations include but are not limited to:
- Documents in alternate formats or read aloud to you
- Having interviews in an accessible location
- Being accompanied by a service dog
- Having a sign language interpreter present for the interview
