Research Engineer

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 is seeking a Research Engineer to join one of our top clients for a remote opportunity. This role offers a chance to contribute to cutting-edge research in the medical device industry, focusing on orthopedic products. The company is committed to innovation, safety, and regulatory compliance within the healthcare sector.

Position Overview for the Research Engineer:

• 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.

Requirements for the Research Engineer:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline; Master’s preferred.
• Typically requires: 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.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive compensation package
• Full Benefits; Medical, Vision, Dental, and more!
• Opportunity to get in with an industry leading organization.

Why IDR?

• 25+ Years of Proven Industry Experience in 4 major markets
• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• Dedicated Engagement Manager who is committed to you and your success.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner 12 years in a row.