Careers at the heart of health innovation, spanning engineering, R&D, and biomedical technologies

The Master of Science in Engineering in Health Engineering (BMED) trains engineers and scientists capable of working at the interface of science, medicine, technologies, and innovation. Graduates are highly sought after for their ability to understand biomedical challenges while mastering the technical, experimental, and regulatory tools of the sector.

Thanks to a strong research focus and immersion in laboratories, the Master of Science in Engineering also provides an excellent pathway to a PhD.

Industry Sectors

Graduates of the Master of Science in Engineering BMED enter high value-added sectors, both in France and internationally.

🏥 Health Industry

  • Medical devices.
  • Biomedical technologies.
  • Imaging and instrumentation.
  • Biomechanics, implants, prostheses.
  • Biomaterials and innovative materials.

🔬 Research & Development

  • Public laboratories (INSERM, CNRS, universities).
  • Hospital research laboratories.
  • R&D centers of large companies (Pharma, MedTech).

🧪 Biotechnologies & MedTech

  • Deeptech health startups
  • Digital health companies (e-health, wearable medical devices)

⚙️ Engineering & Services

  • R&D Support.
  • Technology transfer.
  • Engineering-clinical interfaces (medical technology consultant).

Accessible Careers after the Master of Science in Engineering BMED

Graduates notably hold expert positions in the following roles:

Engineering & R&D

  • Biomedical R&D Engineer
  • Biomechanics Engineer (motion analysis, tissue modeling)
  • Biomaterials Engineer (interface study and characterization)
  • Medical Instrumentation Engineer
  • Health Technologies Engineer

Innovation & Interfaces

  • Health Innovation Project Manager
  • Clinical Trials Engineer (technical aspects)
  • Medical Technology Consultant
  • Support Engineer for Healthcare Professionals

Research

  • PhD Student in Biomedical Engineering
  • Researcher in biotechnologies, biomaterials, mechanobiology, nanomedicine

PhD Studies (PhD)

The Master of Science in Engineering BMED is a privileged pathway to a PhD, a high-level standard expected and recognized internationally in the biomedical field.

Research Themes

PhD students deepen their skills in cutting-edge areas such as:

  • Biomechanics and mechanobiology.
  • Biomaterials and tissue engineering.
  • Nanomedicine and diagnostic devices.
  • Health systems engineering.

Career Opportunities After the PhD

Obtaining a PhD opens access to highly qualified positions:

  • Academic Researcher / Lecturer-Researcher.
  • R&D Director or Senior Scientific Expert in industry (large corporations, MedTech, Biotech).

Rapid and International Professional Integration

The majority of graduates quickly find a high-level position or internship in France or abroad thanks to:

  • A biomedical sector in strong growth.
  • Valuable research projects, conducted in partnership with laboratories.
  • Training predominantly in English for international employability.
  • An active network of partner laboratories and companies.

❗️ Applications are open from January to April.

Contacts

Academic Director of the Master of Science in Engineering

Fanette CHASSAGNE

Assistant Professor
Phone number
+33 4 77 42 02 29

Administrative contact

Anastasia MARCELLIN

Academic Registrar
Phone number
+33 4 77 42 02 10

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