Research Engineering Assistant
Actalent, Cincinnati, OH, United States
Job Title: Research Engineering Assistant
Job Description
The Research Engineering Assistant will work in a nonclinical biomedical engineering laboratory as part of a preclinical research team, focusing on the design, development, execution, and interpretation of bioreactor studies to evaluate the safety and performance of medical devices. This role requires advanced expertise in electromechanical design and control for physiological systems and offers the opportunity to work with ex vivo testing platforms and non-animal models for medical device evaluation.
Responsibilities
Conduct and maintain bioreactor experiments to support ongoing preclinical research projects.
Design, develop, and optimize automatic feedback control algorithms for ex vivo tissue and organ culture systems.
Design and rapidly prototype custom parts and fixtures using 3D modeling and additive manufacturing, including 3D printing.
Collaborate on system architecture planning, implementation, and iterative improvement for laboratory setups and test systems.
Integrate biological and engineering workflows to ensure seamless data collection, experiment execution, and system operation.
Collect, store, and analyze experimental data with scientific rigor using appropriate statistical and computational tools.
Prepare clear, detailed technical reports and present findings to the research team in alignment with project and quality standards.
Maintain a safe, compliant, and well‑organized laboratory environment in accordance with institutional safety standards.
Apply knowledge of anatomy, physiology, tissue types, and biological system dynamics to the design and execution of experiments.
Contribute to the design and implementation of electromechanical systems for tissue- and organ-level testing of medical devices.
Support the development and use of non-animal models for medical device testing, including ex vivo bioreactor design and implementation.
Essential Skills
Master’s or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field.
In-depth knowledge of electromechanical engineering disciplines such as mechatronics, robotics, and automation.
Advanced expertise in electromechanical design and control for physiological systems.
Demonstrated expertise in 3D solid modeling and additive manufacturing, including 3D printing.
Proficiency with National Instruments CompactRIO systems with real‑time embedded microprocessors.
Hands‑on experience with LabVIEW for control, data acquisition, and system integration.
Experience with ex vivo bioreactor design, testing, and implementation for medical device evaluation.
Ability to create and implement feedback control regulations and feedback control algorithms.
Solid knowledge of anatomy, physiology, tissue types, and the dynamics of biological systems.
Deep knowledge in the design and implementation of electromechanical systems for tissue and organ level testing of medical devices.
Working knowledge of test systems for tissue engineering and cell culture–level applications.
Comfort with system design, prototyping, and iterative improvement processes.
Strong data analysis skills using statistical and computational tools.
Effective oral, written, and presentation communication skills.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Familiarity with biomedical device design controls and regulated development processes.
Strong interdisciplinary collaboration skills to work effectively across biology and engineering domains.
Excellent problem‑solving abilities with a research‑driven, experimental mindset.
Ability to integrate biological and engineering workflows for efficient and reliable experimentation.
Interest in and aptitude for working with non‑animal models and ex vivo testing methodologies.
Ability to clearly document experimental methods, results, and conclusions for internal and external stakeholders.
Work Environment
This position is based onsite in a laboratory environment five days per week. The role involves hands‑on work with ex vivo tissue and organ culture systems, bioreactors, electromechanical test setups, and associated instrumentation. You will regularly use tools such as 3D solid modeling software, additive manufacturing equipment, National Instruments CompactRIO platforms, and LabVIEW‑based control and data acquisition systems. The laboratory emphasizes adherence to institutional safety standards, scientific rigor, and close collaboration among engineering and biological research staff, providing a focused and highly technical setting to develop a niche skill set in ex vivo testing and preclinical medical device research.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Cincinnati, OH.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $65.00/hr.
Requirements
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long‑term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Cincinnati, OH.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 6, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
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Job Description
The Research Engineering Assistant will work in a nonclinical biomedical engineering laboratory as part of a preclinical research team, focusing on the design, development, execution, and interpretation of bioreactor studies to evaluate the safety and performance of medical devices. This role requires advanced expertise in electromechanical design and control for physiological systems and offers the opportunity to work with ex vivo testing platforms and non-animal models for medical device evaluation.
Responsibilities
Conduct and maintain bioreactor experiments to support ongoing preclinical research projects.
Design, develop, and optimize automatic feedback control algorithms for ex vivo tissue and organ culture systems.
Design and rapidly prototype custom parts and fixtures using 3D modeling and additive manufacturing, including 3D printing.
Collaborate on system architecture planning, implementation, and iterative improvement for laboratory setups and test systems.
Integrate biological and engineering workflows to ensure seamless data collection, experiment execution, and system operation.
Collect, store, and analyze experimental data with scientific rigor using appropriate statistical and computational tools.
Prepare clear, detailed technical reports and present findings to the research team in alignment with project and quality standards.
Maintain a safe, compliant, and well‑organized laboratory environment in accordance with institutional safety standards.
Apply knowledge of anatomy, physiology, tissue types, and biological system dynamics to the design and execution of experiments.
Contribute to the design and implementation of electromechanical systems for tissue- and organ-level testing of medical devices.
Support the development and use of non-animal models for medical device testing, including ex vivo bioreactor design and implementation.
Essential Skills
Master’s or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field.
In-depth knowledge of electromechanical engineering disciplines such as mechatronics, robotics, and automation.
Advanced expertise in electromechanical design and control for physiological systems.
Demonstrated expertise in 3D solid modeling and additive manufacturing, including 3D printing.
Proficiency with National Instruments CompactRIO systems with real‑time embedded microprocessors.
Hands‑on experience with LabVIEW for control, data acquisition, and system integration.
Experience with ex vivo bioreactor design, testing, and implementation for medical device evaluation.
Ability to create and implement feedback control regulations and feedback control algorithms.
Solid knowledge of anatomy, physiology, tissue types, and the dynamics of biological systems.
Deep knowledge in the design and implementation of electromechanical systems for tissue and organ level testing of medical devices.
Working knowledge of test systems for tissue engineering and cell culture–level applications.
Comfort with system design, prototyping, and iterative improvement processes.
Strong data analysis skills using statistical and computational tools.
Effective oral, written, and presentation communication skills.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Familiarity with biomedical device design controls and regulated development processes.
Strong interdisciplinary collaboration skills to work effectively across biology and engineering domains.
Excellent problem‑solving abilities with a research‑driven, experimental mindset.
Ability to integrate biological and engineering workflows for efficient and reliable experimentation.
Interest in and aptitude for working with non‑animal models and ex vivo testing methodologies.
Ability to clearly document experimental methods, results, and conclusions for internal and external stakeholders.
Work Environment
This position is based onsite in a laboratory environment five days per week. The role involves hands‑on work with ex vivo tissue and organ culture systems, bioreactors, electromechanical test setups, and associated instrumentation. You will regularly use tools such as 3D solid modeling software, additive manufacturing equipment, National Instruments CompactRIO platforms, and LabVIEW‑based control and data acquisition systems. The laboratory emphasizes adherence to institutional safety standards, scientific rigor, and close collaboration among engineering and biological research staff, providing a focused and highly technical setting to develop a niche skill set in ex vivo testing and preclinical medical device research.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Cincinnati, OH.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $65.00/hr.
Requirements
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long‑term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Cincinnati, OH.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 6, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
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