What are the responsibilities and job description for the Co-op Manager position at arthrext1.valhalla.stage?
Requisition: 7841
Title: Co-op Manager
Division: Arthrex, Inc. (US01)
Location: INC - Walden Center (US25)
Main Objective:
To perform required product testing and produce appropriate reports on findings.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Will perform polymer analysis on bio-absorbable orthopedic implants.
- Will perform static and dynamic mechanical testing and evaluation involving new and current orthopedic products to ensure reliability and correct functionality.
- Will assist in preparation of written reports and maintaining and creating various engineering test environments.
- Some work will be performed on cadaveric subjects.
- Will assist on in vitro degradation studies of biodegradable products with an emphasis on changes in mechanical properties, polymeric degradation and thermal properties over time.
- Will assist on blood and bone marrow projects with an emphasis on hematological testing via CBC analysis and ELISA.
Incidental Duties:
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, and indeed additional responsibilities may be assigned, as required, by management.
Education and Experience:
Enrolled as a full-time student pursuing a Bachelor's Degree with major in Biology, Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering or related discipline. Must have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher. Prior work in a laboratory setting would be highly advantageous. Experience with polymer science, biological testing, and chemical testing equipment is desired. Mechanical testing experience involving tensile, compression, and shear is a plus.
Knowledge and Skill Requirements/Specialized Courses and/or Training:
Should have basic understanding of biological, mechanical, and chemical test equipment. Must be able or willing to use all equipment in a proficient manner to acquire data/test results. Good documentation skills and the ability to write accurate test procedures/summaries/reports upon completion of requested tests required. Experience with 3D CAD software is preferred. Knowledge of basic anatomy and ASTM standards for medical devices a plus.
Machine, Tools, and/or Equipment Skills:
Instruments used will include:
- Materials Testing Systems
- Viscometer
- Gas Chromatograph
- Differential Scanning Calorimeter
- Moisture Analyzer
- pH meter
- Custom made testing apparatuses
- Data acquisition systems
Equal Opportunity Employer & Drug Free Workplace