About the role#
This is a full-time, paid co-op position based in Murrysville, Pennsylvania. You will join the Biocompatibility Group to work on respiratory care products, such as ventilators, CPAPs, and oxygen concentrators. The term runs from January through June 2027.
What you'll do#
- Support biological safety evaluations for materials, components, and finished medical devices.
- Review material composition data, supplier documentation, and manufacturing processes to ensure compliance with standards like ISO 10993 and ISO 18562.
- Conduct verification and validation testing, analyze material stability, and provide data for product development.
- Organize and curate biological safety data and test reports to maintain traceability.
- Contribute to Biological Evaluation Plans (BEPs) and Biological Evaluation Reports (BERs) by compiling background information and drafting sections.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD program in Biomedical Engineering, Bioengineering, Materials Science & Engineering, or Chemical Engineering.
- At least 2 years of experience through university projects, internships, or previous co-ops.
- Strong engineering principles and the ability to analyze the chemical and physical properties of materials.
- Experience using test instrumentation and equipment in both lab and non-lab environments.
- Ability to work effectively with technical disciplines, global teams, and external partners.
- US work authorization is required. We do not provide visa sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Murrysville, PA.
- Term: Winter 2027 (January to June).
- Work Modality: Hybrid.
About Philips
Philips operates as a public company within the health technology sector. It provides medical devices and health systems for cardiology, oncology, and respiratory care. The firm maintains a global presence with headquarters in Amsterdam. It employs over 74,000 people across various international offices.
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