Monday, February 4, 2008

Biomedical Engineering Salaries In USA

One of the youngest fields of engineering, in which one uses traditional engineering expertise to analyse and solve problems in biology and medicine, providing an overall enhancement of healthcare. As such, Biomedical Engineers need to obtain a fundamental education in areas of both medicine and engineering. A biomedicine engineer Assembles, maintains, and repairs various medical equipment. Tests the functionality of equipment and takes accuracy, sensitivity, and selectivity measurements. Assists medical staff in operation of equipment. May require an associate's degree in biomedical engineering or electronic engineering.He or she should be familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager.


Average annual salaries for a biomedical Engineer are as follows:

Average Annual Salary in USA : US$54k

New York , NY US$ 58,000
Boston , MA US$58,000
Los Angeles , CA US$ 53,000
Chicago, IL US$ 52,000
Columbus , Ohio US$ 49,000
Houston , TX US$48,000
Dallas , TX US$47,000

The salaries mentioned above can vary on the basis of experience and size of industry, Level of education is also a factor. A Phd degree can be really helpful in this engineering as most of the jobs available in USA today are research based.

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