Lead Biomedical Engineer

Together, we build the future UNOPS – an operational arm of the United Nations – supports the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by successfully implementing its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian, and development projects around the world. Our mission is to help people build better lives and countries achieve peace and sustainable development. We are proud of our people. The UNOPS family brings together approximately 160 nationalities, represented by over 5,000 UNOPS personnel as well as some 7,800 personnel recruited on behalf of our partners. Spread across 80 countries, our workforce is rich in diversity and culture – with inclusion at its core. We understand the importance of balancing professional and personal demands and offer several flexible working options.

Duration  - 12 months.

Duty Station(s) - Home based.

Role Purpose

The Lead Biomedical Engineer will provide prompt, high quality and professional engineering support in all activities related to the research, commission and installation of medical equipment. The role will independently manage projects/programs and adapt existing policies to meet emerging needs.

1. Technical support to biomedical procurement

•Develop technical requirements (technical specifications, ToRs, etc.) for various medical equipment, including X-ray, MRI, laparoscopy and laboratory equipment and services in cooperation with the end user (if applicable) and with the appropriate application of UNOPS procurement governance framework.
•Review and confirm the schedules of the requirements, conditions, evaluation criteria and the list of the documents needed from the bidders before the solicitation for various biomedical equipment to be procured under the project.
•Conduct market research and market analysis for various medical equipment including identification of potential suppliers for complex medical equipment and solutions and preparation of the cost estimates.
•Provide technical clarification questions during the tendering process, be a member of the evaluation team for tenders, evaluate bids for various medical equipment and services, ) review and provide inputs for Bids Evaluation Report (BERs) in close coordination with the Procurement team and perform any other tasks if may be required.
•Determine compliance of bids in accordance with the technical requirements detailed in the tender documents.
•Participate in scheduled site visits.

2. Support design administrative processes

•Support in the development of a comprehensive delivery, installation and training plans for the medical equipment.
•Manage files and records of the design processes.
•Schedule requested tasks related to these medical plans.

3. Stakeholder management

•Contribute to the establishment of solid working relationships with the stakeholders.

 Skills

Biomedical Engineering, Equipment Installation, Functional Specifications, Procurement, Quality Assurance, Stakeholder Management, Training.

Education Requirements
Required

•Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Biomedical Engineering or related fields with 7 years of relevant experience OR
•Master’s degree (or equivalent) in any of the above or related fields with 5 years of relevant experience is required

Experience Requirements
Required

•Relevant experience is work in biomedical engineering, including procurement, installation, and maintenance of medical equipment or related areas. 

Desired

•Experience of working in multicultural environments or UN system organizations in a developing country is desired.
•Experience in development or humanitarian contexts is desired.

Language Requirements
Required

Ukrainian, Fluent

English, Basic.

Opportunities for learning and growth

•Commitment to Excellence: Our support extends to all personnel at every level of the organization.
•Ongoing Development: We provide ongoing opportunities to help our people learn, develop, and excel at their jobs.
•State-of-the-Art Learning: Access a wide range of learning through our blended learning programmes, covering Leadership development and Personal and professional development.
•Key Credentials: Opportunities to benefit from Internationally recognized technical certifications and Membership to professional associations in various areas.
•Internal Culture: We foster an environment that encourages and supports knowledge sharing and collaboration.