POSITION SUMMARY:
Incumbent will be responsible for supporting in basic research and product development activities, performing molecular biology and biochemical techniques, and aid laboratory assistant for the R&D department to ensure that laboratory support activities are in compliance with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) regulations.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
The R&D Intern for TissueTech will work on research and development projects to support functions including:
- Participate in all phases of research including planning, preparation, calibration, application, evaluation, data analysis, maintenance, and when necessary, appropriate waste disposal.
- Perform standardized tests and assays in support of R&D staff.
- Maintain records of data and calculations pertaining to experimentation.
- Communication of results, progress, and status of current projects both orally and through writing.
- Assist in organization of laboratory.
- Assist with processing and testing of amniotic tissue.
- Aid in organization, calibration and testing of equipment utilized by the laboratory.
- Assist in creation and modification of protocols, verifications, validations, and other regulatory/laboratory paperwork as needed.
- Perform literary searches as requested and summarize findings.
- Participate in crossfunctional activities (e.g., with Quality, Regulatory, Medical Affairs, Marketing, etc.)
DEVELOPMENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist in running a designated project which includes the following function:
- Document project progress in accordance to SOP.
- Help in design of project protocol.
- Read and understand regulatory and quality system requirements.
- Other duties as assigned.
POSITION EXPERTISE/QUALIFICATIONS:
The candidate must be pursuing a degree in Biomedical engineering, Biology, Chemistry or other related engineering or basic science field, be in good standing with the university, and maintain a minimum GPA of 3.2. In addition, the preferred candidate should:
- Have excellent soft skills (including effective communication and the ability to work as team player)
- Be experienced on major software programs, (e.g. Microsoft Office)
- Have experience in statistical software (e.g. SPSS, Minitab)
- Have experience in biology/engineering lab techniques
- Fluent (oral/written) in English
