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DePuy Synthes, a member of Johnson & Johnson’s Family of Companies, is recruiting a Biomaterials R&D Co-op. DePuy Synthes Johnson & Johnson’s Orthopedic Medical Device Company, develops and markets implants and instruments for orthopedic trauma and reconstructive surgery.

The Co-Op position offered by DePuy Synthes is in the Biomaterials Research and Development group, which develops implants based on new materials technologies including polymers, ceramics, composites, and drug-device combination products. The Biomaterials R&D Co-op will work in a team environment, assisting scientists and engineers in our R&D laboratories to fabricate device prototypes, and conduct mechanical, chemical, biological, and simulated use testing to evaluate device performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• The co-op will conduct experiments and provide data, results analysis, and reports to project teams in a timeline driven process and will contribute to the efficient operation of R&D laboratories.
• The co-op will exercise technical judgment in the design, execution and interpretation of experiments, and use professional concepts to solve complex problems in creative and effective ways.
• The co-op will maintain a laboratory notebook and other technical documentation according to required guidelines.
• The co-op may be asked to provide other project or product support as needed to support Synthes’ business objectives.
• This position requires work in a Biosafety Level 2 lab
• This position is a full-time position, 40 hours per week

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate engineering or science program
• Authorized to work in the U.S. and must not require sponsorship now or in the future
• An interest in chemistry, biology, materials science, or medical device design and testing.
• Strong analytical, problem solving and communication skills, and should be observant and be able to think creatively.
• Ability to learn quickly and work independently with minimal direct supervision.
• Prior experience in conducting laboratory experiments is preferred
• A GPA of 3.0 or greater is preferred

Please note that most, but not all, Johnson & Johnson roles are currently virtual due to COVID-19. While locations/facilities have been aligned to our Internships and Co-Ops positions, assignments could be virtual due to the uncertainties of COVID-19.

Johnson & Johnson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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