How do they match: Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers

  • Medical Engineer

  • Apply knowledge of engineering, biology, chemistry, computer science, and biomechanical principles to the design, development, and evaluation of biological, agricultural, and health systems and products, such as artificial organs, prostheses, instrumentation, medical information systems, and health management and care delivery systems.

  • Adapt or design computer hardware or software for medical science uses.
  • Advise hospital administrators on the planning, acquisition, and use of medical equipment.
  • Analyze new medical procedures to forecast likely outcomes.
  • Conduct research, along with life scientists, chemists, and medical scientists, on the engineering aspects of the biological systems of humans and animals.
  • Design or develop medical diagnostic or clinical instrumentation, equipment, or procedures, using the principles of engineering and biobehavioral sciences.
  • Write documents describing protocols, policies, standards for use, maintenance, and repair of medical equipment.

  • Design medical devices or appliances.