Co Op Research and Development

Musculoskeletal Transplant Foundation•Edison, NJ

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Co Op Research and Development supports research and development activities related to product and process development. The role conducts experiments and literature searches, processes allograft tissue forms according to protocols or standard operating procedures, performs tissue and device characterization testing, and analyzes experimental data. The co-op runs from January 2027 to June 2027. The position is based in Edison and requires reporting onsite five days per week, Monday through Friday, from 8:15 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Applicants must be enrolled in a college or university during the co-op period. Compensation is $25–$32 per hour.

Requirements

Completion of at least one to three years of college credit toward a degree in Engineering or Science.
Good organizational ability and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Must be enrolled in a college or university during the co-op period.
Must be able to report to Edison five days per week.

Responsibilities

Participate in tissue processing, planning and performing experiments, and analyzing results for Research and Development projects.
Perform biochemical assays, mechanical testing, and other preclinical in vitro testing.
Conduct literature searches and compile summaries of relevant information.
Research competitive products and continue updating competitive information libraries.
Maintain a lab notebook and prepare data summaries and reports.
Perform additional duties as assigned and trained.