Northeastern University · 3 months ago
Sr Research Scientist
Boston, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$86K/yr - $122K/yrNortheastern University is a mission-driven institution developing advanced cybersecurity platforms for healthcare. The Sr Research Scientist will lead research projects in healthcare and medical device cybersecurity, mentor graduate students, and prepare technical documentation while engaging with external partners.
Education
Responsibilities
Lead and direct research projects in healthcare and medical device cybersecurity
Define research objectives, contribute to requirements engineering, direct research tasks in alignment with tasks and milestones, design and lead evaluation studies, analyze results, and disseminate findings through publications and presentations
Mentor, supervise, and direct graduate students engaged in whole hospital simulation, vulnerability management platforms, penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, systems evaluation, and related technical areas
Prepare project reports and technical documentation for whole hospital simulation and vulnerability management platforms
Locate and identify opportunities to secure additional funding and present project outcomes
Lead evaluation of security of hospital-scale simulators and medical devices with healthcare providers, regulators, and industry partners
Represent the lab at conferences, workshops, and industry events
Manage small-scale budgets and tasking milestone planning related to project expenditures, including procurement of test equipment, simulation resources, and laboratory supplies, in coordination with administrative staff
Lead feedback on technical work and project progress, ensuring adherence to research best practices, laboratory safety, and project timelines
Report to the PI and lead technical work in collaboration with the Project Manager, students, faculty, staff, and subaward recipients to achieve programmatic objectives and goals
Lead discussions and project planning with sub awardees and organizational leadership on a high-impact cybersecurity platform for healthcare
Take ownership of work and contribute independently, while receiving support and guidance as needed
Lead cross-functional teams and make technical decisions to ensure alignment with project goals
Qualification
Required
PhD in computer science, electrical engineering, biomedical engineering, or a closely related field
Strong citation record in embedded systems security, medical device cybersecurity, healthcare technology security, or a closely related subfield
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to lead interdisciplinary research teams, healthcare partners, and industry collaborators
Demonstrated ability to mentor and direct students to ensure alignment to a mission-driven research program
Experience with requirements engineering, penetration testing, or systems evaluation
Ability to provide letters of reference from three faculty members who can address these qualifications and offer comparisons with peers
Benefits
Medical
Vision
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Paid time off
Tuition assistance
Wellness & life
Retirement-
Commuting & transportation
Company
Northeastern University
Founded in 1898, Northeastern is a global research university with a distinctive, experience-driven approach to education and discovery.
Founded in 1898
5001-10000 employees
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