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Physics-Based Modeling Research Internship
Carrboro, North Carolina · On-site · Internship · Posted Sep 16, 2026
- Education
- Working towards a Master’s degree or PhD in Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computational Biology, Applied Mathematics, Bioengineering, or a related field.
- Visa sponsorship
- Only U.S. citizens will be considered.
About the job
Develop and validate computational models and simulations of the human body, using medical imaging and research data, and integrate them into software.
What you'll do
- Develop computational and mathematical models of human physiology and create patient-specific models from medical imaging.
- Design, implement, and validate biomechanical, physiological, or multi-physics simulations.
- Collaborate with clinicians, researchers, and software engineers; contribute to open-source software.
What they ask for
- Working toward a Master’s degree or PhD in a listed or related field.
- Experience developing computational or mathematical models of the human body.
- Strong programming skills in C++ or Python; C++ preferred.
- Experience with scientific computing and numerical methods.
Nice to have
- Familiarity with the Pulse Physiology Engine.
- Experience or familiarity with FEA, biomechanics, CFD, cardiovascular modeling, digital twins, multiscale modeling, medical image segmentation and registration, biomedical AI or machine learning, or sponsored research.
Pay
USD 40–60 (per-hour-wage)
Tools
C++, Python, Pulse Physiology Engine
AI focus
Potentially apply AI or machine learning to biomedical data; these are listed as preferred qualifications.
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