Research And Development Scientist

Amaris Consulting; Jacksonville (FL); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Amaris Consulting seeks a Research & Development Scientist to support identification, assessment, and development of neuro technologies, including neuro-oncology, neuro-endoscopy, neurosurgery, and stereotactic-integrated devices. The role acts as a scientific resource across safety evaluation, preclinical research, and cross-functional development for neuro medical devices.

Priority will be given to candidates with neuroscience and biological safety expertise, and experience in regulated

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant scientific discipline; PhD or DVM preferred; Bachelor's with significant directly relevant experience may be considered in lieu of an advanced degree.

Responsibilities

• Lead or support research activities and technical investigations for neuro medical device development, including stereotactic integration.
• Coordinate, initiate, and track preclinical/laboratory studies, biological safety assessments, and testing programs, including ISO 10993 biocompatibility testing.
• Develop, review, and approve scientific documentation, including study protocols, reports, and biological safety risk assessments.
• Contribute biological safety content and scientific/technical expertise supporting regulatory submissions.
• Serve as the subject matter resource for biological evaluation activities across cross-functional teams and external partners.
• Present research findings, technical reviews, and data to internal stakeholders, KOLs, laboratories, and regulatory bodies.
• Support and maintain scientific relationships with key opinion leaders and external collaborators.
• Contribute to additional neuro-related research activities based on business and project needs.

Skills

Neuroscience

Biological safety

Medical device R&D

Preclinical research

Education

Master's degree in a relevant scientific field

PhD or DVM preferred

Bachelor's degree with significant relevant experience

Job description

We are seeking a Research & Development Scientist to support the identification, assessment, and development of new and existing neuro-oncology, neuro-endoscopy, neurosurgery, and stereotactic-integrated neuro technologies. This role serves as a scientific and technical resource across biological safety evaluation, preclinical research, and cross-functional product development activities for a portfolio of neuro-specific medical devices. Priority will be given to candidates with a strong background in neuroscience, biological safety, and medical device R&D, ideally from neurotechnology, neurosurgery, neuro-oncology, neuro-endoscopy, or other advanced medical device environments.

Work Mode: Hybrid

Contract Type: C2C

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, with flexibility available

Key Responsibilities

• Lead or support research activities and technical investigations for neuro medical device development, including new and sustaining products with stereotactic integration
• Coordinate, initiate, and track preclinical/laboratory studies, biological safety assessments, and testing programs, including biocompatibility testing per ISO 10993
• Develop, review, and approve scientific documentation, including study protocols, reports, and biological safety risk assessments
• Contribute biological safety content and scientific/technical expertise supporting regulatory submissions
• Serve as the subject matter resource for biological evaluation activities across cross-functional teams (research, marketing, global sales, medical information) and external partners
• Present research findings, technical reviews, and data to internal stakeholders, KOLs, laboratories, and regulatory bodies
• Support and maintain scientific relationships with key opinion leaders and external collaborators
• Contribute to additional neuro-related research activities based on business and project needs

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant scientific discipline (neuroscience, biomedical science, biology, toxicology, materials science, or related field) required; PhD or DVM preferred. Bachelor's degree with significant directly relevant experience may be considered in lieu of an advanced degree
• Typically requires: Master's + 5 years relevant industry experience, or PhD/DVM + 3 years relevant industry experience, or Bachelor's + 10 years relevant experience
• 3–5 years of research experience in neuroscience, tissue histology, or related preclinical research areas
• 3–5 years of hands-on preclinical in vivo research experience, including large animal model testing
• 5+ years of experience in medical device R&D with responsibility for biological safety risk assessment, or equivalent depth of experience based on degree level
• Strong experience with biological safety assessments and regulated product development

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting regulated product development and cross-functional research programs
• Background in neurotechnology, neurosurgery, neuro-oncology, or neuro-endoscopy environments

Why choose us

• An international community bringing together more than 110 different nationalities
• An environment where trust is central: 70% of our leaders started their careers at the entry level
• A strong training system with our internal Academy and more than 250 modules available
• A dynamic work environment that frequently comes together for internal events (afterworks, team buildings, etc.)

Amaris Consulting promotes equal opportunities. We are committed to bringing together people from diverse backgrounds and creating an inclusive work environment. In this regard, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of sex, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, beliefs, age, marital status, disability, or other characteristics.