About the role#
This co-op position supports the R&D team at NxStage Medical. You will assist with the development, research, and design of new and existing medical products. The role focuses heavily on Human Factors and Usability engineering, where you will help ensure our products meet the needs of patients and caregivers.
What you'll do#
- Support the development of medical equipment and disposables.
- Write and revise technical documentation for Human-Systems Interaction.
- Create profiles of market devices, including task analyses and video walkthroughs.
- Conduct heuristic reviews of user interfaces for hardware and displays.
- Evaluate user interfaces by applying principles of perception, cognition, and action.
- Organize data and observations from user evaluations using spreadsheet tools.
- Ensure all design and testing activities follow formal design controls and documentation standards.
- Assist the product development team with design methodologies and best practices.
- Investigate the feasibility of new systems and provide technical support for testing and evaluation.
- Maintain compliance with quality system regulations and manufacturing standards.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a BS or MS program for Industrial, Systems, Biomedical, Human Factors, or System Safety Engineering, Human-Centered Design, Kinesiology, Biomechanics, or Engineering Psychology.
- Completion of at least the sophomore year of an undergraduate degree.
- Strong technical communication skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to create and edit research, protocols, and technical reports.
- Proficiency in organizing data, creating databases, and managing large information sources.
- A constructive approach to teamwork and collaboration.
- A demonstrated interest in the medical device or pharmaceutical industries.
- Commitment to quality and integrity in all tasks.
- Preferred: Basic knowledge of rapid prototyping, CAD experience, and an entry-level understanding of medical device development or usability testing.
Location & details#
- Location: Lawrence, Massachusetts.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Term: Rolling.
About Fresenius Medical Care
Fresenius Medical Care provides products and services for individuals with renal diseases. The company offers dialysis treatment options for both in-center and home care. It operates within the healthcare and medtech sectors. The organization maintains a global presence with headquarters in Bad Homburg near Frankfurt. It employs over 51,000 people.
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