Synergetics is a growing designer, manufacturer, and distributor of microsurgical instruments and capital equipment used primarily in vitreoretinal surgery and neurosurgical applications. We are seeking a Quality Engineer to support our electromechanical capital equipment product line.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong knowledge of IEC 60601 Electrical Safety Standards and proficiency in FMEA/risk analysis, CAPA, structured problem solving, and MS Access and Excel. Experience with error proofing, automated inspection techniques, line layout / increasing work flow efficiency, RF devices, and EMC testing is preferred. Software validation experience and ASQ certification is a plus. Associate’s Degree is required, Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

Job responsibilities include implementing improvements in Capital Equipment area to improve flow and efficiency of inspection for new and existing product; developing/improving/standardizing inspection procedures; participating in product validations, design reviews, and regulatory audits; performing process validation on new equipment/processes; serving as key contact on customer quality issues; providing technical guidance to Manufacturing and Quality departments; supporting lean initiatives; and identifying scrap/reject reduction opportunities and implementing reduction strategies.

Please email your resume and salary requirements to humanresources@synergeticsusa.com for immediate consideration.

The Department of Industrial Engineering at the University of Houston invites applications for an Assistant/Associate Professor Tenure Track position in Bioinformatics, Biomedical, and Health Care Systems Design and Management beginning Fall 2008. A doctorate in industrial engineering or closely related field is required.

The Department of Industrial Engineering grants BS, MSIE, MIE, and Ph.D. degrees and is one of the five departments in the Cullen College of Engineering. With over six decades of history and 150 graduate students, the Department has one of the largest graduate programs in the State. The City of Houston is the fourth largest and one of the fastest growing cities in the country. Several departments in the College have extensive research collaboration in biomedical engineering. The University also enjoys strong ties with the Texas Medical Center in the city, which is one of the largest medical centers in the world, and is uniquely positioned to provide opportunities to candidates to develop a strong research and academic relationship with the medical community.

We highly encourage candidates with strong research and teaching interests in the above referenced areas who can contribute to excellence of the Department and College's strategic goals to apply.

Interested applicants should provide a letter of interest, curriculum vita, and a minimum of three letters of recommendation. Materials (electronic submissions are preferred) should be submitted to:

Dr. Suresh Khator
Professor of Industrial Engineering and
Chair of the Faculty Search Committee
Department of Industrial engineering
University of Houston
E206, Engineering Building 2
Houston, Texas 77204-4008
Email: search@ie.uh.edu

Review of applications will start March 15 and will continue until the position is filled.

The University of Houston is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

THE University of Massachusetts - Amherst invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level in the Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering in the area of Industrial Engineering and Operations Research. A Ph.D. degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, or a closely related field is required. We especially encourage candidates with interests in Healthcare Systems including Medicine, Biology and Bioinformatics and Systems or Services Engineering.

Faculty members are expected to develop a strong sponsored research program, mentor graduate students and contribute to the teaching and learning experience of undergraduate and graduate students.

The University of Massachusetts Amherst is situated ninety miles west of Boston in the vicinity of four vibrant liberal arts colleges in a region offering exceptional and diverse cultural and recreational opportunities.

Applicants should, in a single PDF file, provide a statement of their teaching and research interests, curriculum vitae, names of at least four persons who may be contacted regarding the candidateʼs qualifications and a brief abstract for a seminar to be presented if invited for an interview. The department, with twenty four full-time faculty members (three female, two Hispanic) has a strong commitment to diversity and welcomes applications from women and candidates from other minority groups. Review of applications will begin March 3, 2008 and continue until suitable candidates are identified.

Applications preferred by email: ie_search@ecs.umass.edu

Mail:
Chair, IE Faculty Search Committee
Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering
University of Massachusetts
160 Governors Drive
Amherst, MA 01003-9265

The University of Massachusetts is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

Women and Members of Minority Groups are Encouraged to Apply

Carilion Clinic is recruiting a Performance Improvement Consultant to join its growing internal consulting team. Made up of seven hospitals and 82 primary care facilities, Carilion recently received national attention when it announced plans to transform its operational model into a multi-specialty physician clinic. We are seeking a talented, motivated individual to help us complete our conversion to a cutting edge healthcare model.

Description
The Performance Improvement Consultant reports directly to the Vice President of Quality Integration and Improvement, and is responsible for leading initiatives to improve workflow, clinical quality, financial performance, and patient satisfaction. The position focuses on improvement activities with a high level of exposure in the organization.

Specific duties include:

• Provide support for the development and administration of the organization*s quality improvement initiatives
• Work with physicians and staff to assess the delivery of patient care and identify opportunities for improvement through data and process analysis
• Lead and/or facilitate improvement teams and programs
• Educate and train employees at all levels of the organization on process improvement tools and methodologies

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Management Science, Healthcare/Business Administration or related field (preference given to candidates with Master's degree)
• Thorough knowledge of process improvement methodologies
• Demonstrated ability to lead improvement initiatives
• Capacity to work under minimal supervision
• Strong computer and interpersonal skills

More About Carilion Clinic
Headquartered in Roanoke, Virginia, Carilion Clinic is the healthcare leader in southwest Virginia. Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital serves as the only tertiary care, Level I trauma center for over 1 million residents in the region. Carilion Clinic is redesigning the way healthcare is delivered through an innovative model that incorporates a strong commitment to medical education and research. That commitment was reflected when Carilion and Virginia Tech announced the creation of a jointly operated, private medical school to accept its first students
in 2010.

About Roanoke
Located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, Roanoke is the business and cultural hub for all of western Virginia. For several years, the Roanoke metropolitan area has been voted one of the top places in the United States to raise a family. Popular activities in the region include hiking along the Blue Ridge Parkway, boating on Smith Mountain Lake, visiting the zoo, cheering on a local sports team or attending one of many outdoor festivals. The city of Roanoke also offers numerous high quality restaurants, a symphony orchestra, a theater, museums, and a downtown Farmer*s Market.

If you are interested in becoming part of our growing team at Carilion Clinic, please visit our website and apply online at www.carilion.com.

Baptist Medical Center, a 564-bed medical center located in Jackson, Mississippi, seeks a management engineering professional with broad hospital / healthcare experience including Project management, process improvement, cost reduction and group facilitation skills. BSIE required, with 3 -5 years healthcare related experience.

The preferred candidate must

• be capable of working with limited supervision on a broad range of projects in a variety of settings
• be highly proficient in the use of intermediate and advanced functions of standard Microsoft Office Suite programs, basic statistical process control graphing, and project management applications
• demonstrate the ability to present information orally and in writing so that an intended purposed is achieved
• be knowledgeable and experienced in the application of LEAN process reviews and Six Sigma principles.

This position reports to the Administrative Director of Quality Services.

Qualified candidates should apply on-line at www.mbhs.org.

Delcan provides a full range of integrated systems and infrastructure solutions focused on three primary sectors: Transportation, Information Technology and Water. Delcan provides services throughout North America and around the world.

We are seeking a Quality Auditing Coordinator with experience in quality oversight and auditing of the design and construction of transportation projects. The project is in the Kansas City area.
The ideal candidate will have significant experience managing design and/or construction engineering with an emphasis on quality management, quality assurance, and quality auditing. Ability to professionally train traditional design reviewers and construction inspectors as quality auditors is required.

The successful candidate will be involved in assisting the owner agency in monitoring designers and contractors to verify that project requirements are being achieved. Experience with ISO 9000 Quality Management Standards would be beneficial. Advanced proficiency with the use of relational databases, spreadsheets, statistical analysis, and strong verbal and written communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities will include assisting the director of a small project team involved in oversight, training of team personnel, management and development of project requirements, communication with designers and contractor, and implementing an advanced quality oversight methodology that links requirements and specific contract terms with a strategy to monitor contractor performance against those requirements.

Candidates should possess or be eligible by comity for a license to practice engineering in the State of Missouri. Additional professional certifications in quality or project management a plus.

To apply, send us your resume with a covering letter. Applications can be sent via e-mail or mail to the following:

Martha Parsons
HR & Recruiting, Infrastructure Business, National Operations
Delcan Corporation
8618 Westwood Center Drive, Suite #220
Vienna, Virginia
U.S.A. 22182
Fax: 703-752-6059
E-mail: m.parsons@delcan.com

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only qualified candidates will be contacted.
An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Shands HealthCare, a leading Florida healthcare system, seeks an ME professional with broad hospital/healthcare experience, including: project management, process improvement, cost reduction, and group facilitation skills. A BSIE required, an MSIE/MBA/MHA preferred, with 5+ years experience. The preferred candidate must:

• Be capable of working with limited supervision in coordinating a broad range of projects in a variety of settings among Shands 8 hospitals, 34 outpatient clinics, and 35 home care offices
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office applications, experience in AutoCAD, simulation software (ARENA, MEDMODEL), and Visio preferred
• Be a confident professional capable of communicating effectively with all levels of management;
• Knowledge and experience of LEAN processes and health care application preferred.

Shands Management Engineering Consulting Services (MECS) department reports to the Assistant EVP/COO of Shands HealthCare. MECS consists of six management engineers and up to four part-time management engineer interns.

Qualified candidates should apply on-line at www.shands.org.

Shands HealthCare supports a drug-free workplace. EOE M/F/D/V

Rudolph Santacroce, P.E.
Director
Management Engineering Consulting Services
Shands HealthCare, Professional Resource Center
1430 SW 13th St, Gainesville, FL 32608
FAX: 352.265.7105
OFFICE: 352.265.0680 x80015
santar@shands.ufl.edu