Research Assistant in Bioengineering and Medical Device Development

Applying Model Laboratory Practices

Applies knowledge, skills and model laboratory practices related to the scientific and technical components of medical device development and testing, the use and storage of samples and reagents, the proper handling and disposal of waste products generated during research activities, and the use, maintenance, and calibration of instruments and equipment to produce optimal research results in a safe, effective, and efficient manner.

Works effectively with others to foster trust and cooperation in the achievement of R&D goals and project objectives.

Continuously undertakes introspection to understand current knowledge and skills in a changing environment, recognizes personal knowledge gaps, undertakes independent action to actively seek targeted opportunities to acquire new knowledge and reflects on how new knowledge can be integrated and applied.

Analyzes, synthesizes and evaluates arguments, information and data and exercises sound judgement to solve problems and make timely decisions that strategically benefit the laboratory/organization’s R&D activities and strategy.

Collects, generates, analyzes and manages research data according to approved standards and model practices to ensure data integrity and optimize the value of the data.

Defines the parameters and specifications of an R&D project, including the project scope, objective, goals, resource requirements, project timeline and budget. Also designs the experiments and identifies the testing and validation methodologies that can be employed to create a manageable research/development project.

Makes effective use of the Internet and computer software to identify existing scientific activity relevant to the area of study, to investigate the depth and breadth of that research, to record and maintain data, to develop and disseminate reports and presentations, and to drive R&D and process digitalization with the use of modern approaches to data science, etc.

Communicates in ways that create shared understanding, generate support for the achievement of goals and objectives and facilitate conflict resolution and problem-solving.

Shares and disseminates technical or scientific knowledge, experience and ideas from one individual or source to other individuals, groups or organizations for purposes such as building others’ knowledge, training them in a new process, ensuring reproducibility in the event of absence, creating efficiencies, preserving corporate memory, and providing a foundation for scientific collaboration and development.

Manages R&D documents, data, tools, resources, waste products, processes and procedures in accordance with relevant safety, security, environmental and ethical protocols, including intellectual property protection, to ensure legal protection and compliance with regulatory and funding requirements.

Implements and monitors the standard quality management processes to ensure that all R&D activities are conducted according to required standards and create reproducible results in the tests performed, the data generated, the results reported and the products and technologies created.

Actively participates in/manages the health and safety program for R&D staff and their workplace to ensure the health and safety of staff. Also ensures the organization’s compliance with legislation and regulations related to safe work practices and procedures, corporate procedures, and facility health, safety, and environmental rules.

Prepares a deliverable-oriented work breakdown structure that details milestones, resources, schedules and budget for the planned project outcomes, develops a risk management plan, manages activities, provides project updates and oversees project close-out to ensure project outcomes are delivered on time and budget.

Develops and publishes scientific reports and other…