DePuy Synthes Biomaterials R&D Co-Op - Orthopedics

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine • West Chester, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Johnson & Johnson is separating its Orthopaedics business to establish a standalone company, DePuy Synthes. This Co-Op position is with the Biomaterials Research and Development group within DePuy Synthes, which focuses on developing implants using new materials technologies such as polymers, ceramics, composites, and drug-device combination products. The Co-Op will work in a collaborative R&D laboratory environment, assisting scientists and engineers with fabricating device prototypes and conducting various tests (mechanical, chemical, biological, simulated use) to evaluate device performance.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate engineering or science program.
• Interest in chemistry, biology, materials science, or medical device development.
• Strong analytical, problem solving and communication skills.
• Observant and able to think creatively.
• Permanently authorized to work in the U.S., must not require sponsorship of an employment visa (e.g., H-1B or green card) at the time of application or in the future.
• Students currently on CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT usually requires future sponsorship for long term employment and do not meet the requirements for this program unless eligible for an alternative long-term status that does not require company sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred Majors: Biomedical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering

Responsibilities

• Conduct experiments and provide data, results analysis, and reports to project teams in a timeline-driven process.
• Contribute to the efficient operation of R&D laboratories.
• Exercise technical judgment in the design, execution, and interpretation of experiments.
• Use professional concepts to solve complex problems in creative and effective ways.
• Maintain a laboratory notebook and other technical documentation according to required guidelines.
• Provide other project or product support as needed to support Synthes’ business objectives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees