Remote Research Engineer - Orthopedic Devices

IDR, Inc.; Englewood (CO); Remote; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Full benefits (Medical, Vision, Dental

Opportunity to join an industry‑leader

Job summary

IDR, Inc. is seeking a Research Engineer to join one of our top clients for a remote opportunity in the medical device industry, focused on orthopedic products.

You will contribute to cutting-edge research and assist with study planning, execution, outcome tracking, and biological evaluation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, process engineering, manufacturing, quality, regulatory, and corporate to ensure project success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline; Master’s preferred.
• Master’s degree with 3+ years of industry experience, or Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• 3+ years of experience in medical device R&D with responsibility for biological safety risk assessment.
• Strong foundation in biological safety (ISO 10993) and orthopedic device manufacturing/quality/regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to present preclinical and scientific data clearly, credibly, and persuasively to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support investigation and research activities for orthopedic products, including study planning, execution, outcome tracking, and biological evaluation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as design, process engineering, manufacturing, quality, regulatory, and corporate to ensure project success.
• Develop and review technical documentation, including study protocols, reports, and biological safety risk assessments per ISO 10993.
• Conduct biocompatibility assessments and organize biological safety testing.
• Present scientific and technical information to internal groups and stakeholders, supporting project updates and technical reviews.

Skills

Biological safety risk assessment

Data presentation

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical writing

Education

Master’s degree in a relevant field

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Tools

ISO 10993 knowledge

Job description

IDR, Inc. is seeking a Research Engineer to join one of our top clients for a remote opportunity in the medical device industry, focused on orthopedic products.

You will contribute to cutting-edge research and assist with study planning, execution, outcome tracking, and biological evaluation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, process engineering, manufacturing, quality, regulatory, and corporate to ensure project success.