What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mobile Software Research and Development Postgraduate Fellowship position at U.S. Department of Defense (DOD)?
The U.S. Army Institute of Surgical Research (USAISR) is offering a postgraduate bachelor's or master's level internship/fellowship at Joint Base San Antonio (JBSA).
What will I be doing?
As an ORISE participant, you will join a community of scientists, engineers, and researchers in an effort to develop medical clinical decision support systems utilizing extended reality technology. You will participate in various projects utilizing software engineering, human factors usability, and design/visualization in developing applications to optimize combat casualty care. These projects include software mobile application development to support extended reality technologies, machine learning pipeline integration, integration of sensors/devices to mobile platforms, and creating novel clinical decision support applications for our warfighters. This is an excellent opportunity for someone eager to grow skills in software development in mobile platform systems that integrate clinical applicability
Why should I apply?
Under the guidance of a mentor, you will engage in a variety of learning and research activities, including:
- Designing, developing and implementing mobile devices (tablets, phones, headsets) for clinical decision support systems.
- Writing code using programming languages such as C#, C++, Python, Kotlin, Java or Swift.
- Developing and implementing APIs between various systems.
- Learning and gaining experience in game engines like Unity or Unreal Engine to create mixed environments and interactions.
- Using SwiftUI and Xcode platforms.
- Creating graphical 3D holographic designs.
- Gaining experience in human translational research studies.
- Disseminating your research through scientific research journals, presentations, and technology demonstrations.
Where will I be located?
Joint Base San Antonio, Texas
What is the anticipated start date?
The USAISR is ready to make appointments immediately. Exact start dates will be determined at the time of selection and in coordination with the selected candidate. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis and internships or fellowships will be filled as qualified candidates are identified.
What is the appointment length?
This appointment is a twelve-month research appointment, with the possibility to be renewed for additional research periods. Appointments may be extended depending on funding availability, project assignment, program rules, and availability of the participant
What are the provisions?
You will receive a stipend to be determined by USAISR. Stipends are typically based on a participant’s academic standing, discipline, experience, and research facility location. The stipend range for this opportunity for post-Bachelor's is $64,000.00 - $69,275.66 and post-Master’s is $75,000.00 - $81,182.41. Other provisions may include the following:
- Health Insurance Supplement (Participants are eligible to purchase health insurance through ORISE)
- Relocation Allowance
- Training and Travel Allowance
About USAISR
The U.S. Army Institute of Surgical Research is one of six research laboratories within the U.S. Army Medical Research and Development Command of the U.S. Army Medicine Command. The Institute is the Army's lead research laboratory for improving the care of combat casualties. The mission of the Institute is to "Optimize Combat Casualty Care". For more information about the USAISR, please visit https://usaisr.health.mil/.
About ORISE
This program, administered by Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU) through its contract with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to manage the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE), was established through an interagency agreement between DOE and DoD. Participants do not enter an employee/employer relationship with ORISE, ORAU, DoD or any other office or agency. Instead, you will be affiliated with ORISE for the administration of the appointment through the ORISE appointment letter and Terms of Appointment. Proof of health insurance is required for participation in this program. Health insurance can be obtained through ORISE. For more information, visit the ORISE Research Participation Program at the U.S. Department of Defense.
Salary : $64,000 - $81,182