Medical Imaging Intern

Primary Function of Position

The candidate will work with a top-notch multi-disciplinary R&D team to develop medical imaging computer vision surgical planning and navigation software for the Ion robotic bronchoscope.  

We are seeking a talented individual to research and develop algorithms for computer vision and medical imaging. Expected contributions include literature surveys algorithm design and implementation and testing on clinical datasets.

Essential Job Duties

• Experiment with different computer vision and machine learning models for medical imaging.

• Prototype algorithms and evaluate performance.

• Draft reports and presentations.

Qualifications :

Required Skills and Experience

• Deep understanding and hands-on experience in computer vision medical imaging and machine learning

• Knowledge and experience in one or multiple areas: image segmentation / registration / reconstruction / camera pose estimation / SLAM / generative AI.

• Proficiency in programming using C or Python

• Familiar with one or more tools and libraries: OpenCV PyTorch / TensorFlow ITK / VTK.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Passion for developing technologies to improve the lives of patients and physicians.

• Self-motivated self-disciplined able to work independently.

• Ability to perform fast prototyping iterations; thinking outside the box to solve practical problems.

University Hiring Program Eligibility Requirements:

• University Enrollment: Must be currently enrolled in and returning to an accredited degree-seeking academic program in the Fall.

• Internship Work Period: Must be available to work full-time (approximately 40 hours per week) during a 10-12 week period starting May or June. Specific start dates are shared during the recruiting process.

Required Education and Training

• Current enrollment in a Biomedical Engineering Computer Science Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering or related degree-seeking program at the Doctorate level. Masters level students would also be considered based on specific relevant experience.

Additional Information :

Due to the nature of our business and the role please note that Intuitive and/or your customer(s) may require that you show current proof of vaccination against certain diseases including COVID-19.  Details can vary by role.

Intuitive is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race sex pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity national origin color age religion protected veteran or disability status genetic information or any other status protected under federal state or local applicable laws.

Mandatory Notices

U.S. Export Controls Disclaimer:  In accordance with the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (15 CFR 743.13(b)) some roles at Intuitive Surgical may be subject to U.S. export controls for prospective employeeswho are nationals from countries currently on embargo or sanctions status.

Certain information you provide as part of the application will be used for purposes of determining whether Intuitive Surgical will need to (i) obtain an export license from the U.S. Government on your behalf (note: the governments licensing process can take 3 to 6 months) or (ii) implement a Technology Control Plan (TCP) (note: typically adds 2 weeks to the hiring process).  

For any Intuitive role subject to export controls final offers are contingent upon obtaining an approved export license and/or an executed TCP prior to the prospective employeesstart date which may or may not be flexible and within a timeframe that does not unreasonably impede the hiring need. If applicable candidates will be notified and instructed on any requirements for these purposes. 

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with fair chance laws.

We provide market-competitive compensation packages inclusive of base pay (paid at an hourly rate) benefits and a housing allowance. It would not be typical for someone to be hired at the top end of range for the role as actual pay will be determined based on several factors including relevant skills and experience for this internship degree-seeking academic program (PhD Masters Bachelors etc) year in school and location. The hourly rate is prorated against the intern program salaries listed and total program compensation will be based on internship duration.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Intern