Bioengineering Intern

Summary

Applies knowledge of engineering, biology, and biomechanical principles to support the evaluation, design and development of biological/chemical products and instrumentation for medical diagnostics; from initial design to market release. Works alongside experienced professionals, contributing to the design and implementation of new methodologies, materials, machines, processes or products. Conducts feasibility studies of designs to determine their ability to function as intended while maintaining detailed documentation throughout all phases of research and development. Supports scientific research and development activities within the Bioengineering department.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists in developing research plans under the direction of the Bioengineering Supervisor.
• Collects data utilizing library archives, technical journals, reference sources, internet sites, and other information sources.
• Supports the research and development of products such as reagents, reagent systems, and biological controls in addition to instrument system development.
• Utilizes scientific principles to assist in designing and executing test protocols and experiments to verify and validate that designs of products and systems meet functional and performance specifications and conform to engineering design and customer requirements, documenting test results appropriately in reports.
• Participates in planning and designing benchtop and in vitro experiments to verify or modify theoretical propositions based on research findings in related technological areas.
• Assists in preparing reports of completed projects for internal use.
• Aids in the analysis of experimental data while appropriately documenting results and conclusions.
• Provides scientific and technical support to production, manufacturing engineering, purchasing, service and customer applications support functions, under the guidance of experienced professionals.
• Collaborates with design engineers, project leaders, and other personnel to identify, define, and contribute to the solution of problems during development, testing, and support phases.
• Stays informed about appropriate or emerging technologies and supports the development and implementation of best practices to help achieve company objectives.
• Supports the documentation of development activities and deliverables consistent with formal Quality Systems, including assisting in the definition of product requirements, project planning, design output (production drawings, bills of materials, procedures, specifications, inspection criteria, etc.), design review, design verification and validation, control of design changes, and risk analysis.
• Assists in coordinating and managing activities with internal and external project stakeholders throughout the design and development process and production scale up, including development of production and quality control processes and criteria.
• May provide assistance in training to internal personnel, customers, sales representatives, and distributors when required.
• Contributes to related special projects when necessary.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree or equivalent in medical technology, medical device, biology, bioengineering, chemistry, or a related field from a four-year college or technical school.