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About the Bruyère Research Institute

The Bruyère Research Institute supports investigators who contribute to a better, more responsive health care system that delivers the best care to patients, residents and families. The Institute is a proud partner of Bruyère Continuing Care, the University of Ottawa and others and provides solutions to improve the health and health care of aging and vulnerable Canadians. The Institute’s research focuses primarily on evidence, health system evaluation, brain health, geriatrics and rehabilitation, primary care, palliative care, and global health. www.bruyere.org/bri
 

The TAFETA Program of Research, led by Drs. Frank Knoefel and Rafik Goubran, is a partnership between the Bruyère Research Institute and Carleton University which focuses on the design and delivery of smart technologies to help older adults ‘age-in-place’.
A key priority for the team is to monitor clinical issues including sleep apnea, pressure ulcers and congestive heart failure using sensor-based technologies. Their research will help in the development of the new AGE-WELL National Innovation Hub on Sensors and Analytics Monitoring Mobility and Memory (SAM3). The team is looking for a new member, a technician, who can transform these research findings into a prototype.
The technician will be part of a small team where good communication, critical thought, and teamwork are necessary for the project’s success. Her/his work will focus on the integration of components, on the design and on the assembly. To solve the inherent challenges she/he will be working closely with the team, actively brainstorming on solutions and testing. This project is in the early stages and the technician work will affect the overall architecture and design choices.
  

  

· Take designs from a conceptual stage through to proof of concept, assembly, and prototype

· Assist in the development of a prototype using microcontrollers and sensor-based technologies including their computer interfaces

· Evaluate new sensors and electronic systems

· Perform troubleshooting during the prototyping phase, in the labs and report issues

· Create validation reports and conduct tests to ensure optimal system performance

· Work collaboratively with other team members

· Remain current of new technologies for microcontrollers and sensors and propose improvements in the design, performance and reliability of the system.

Qualifications:

· Electronics Technician or Technologist diploma

· 2+ years’ experience working with electronic instruments/equipment for industrial and/or scientific applications

· Hands-on experience in implementing electronic circuits and interfaces

· Familiarity with operating principles, design, and integration of sensors

· Familiarity with programming languages for microcontrollers and device drivers

· Previous experience and/or exposure to sensor-based technologies

· Critical thinking skills and strong ability to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions

· Commitment to high quality

· Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and with a multidisciplinary team

· Attention to details and good organization skills

· Familiarity with computer setup and maintenance

· Positive and constructive attitude and good communication skills

· Self-motivation with strong time management skills and the ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet tight deadlines.

Starting date mid May 2019

    Additional duties may be added as the project progresses.

 

BRI welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.