R&D Co-op

Work Flexibility: Onsite

This role will be based in our Belfast site.

Throughout the placement, you will be an integral part of Stryker’s 2027 Cooperative cohort.

Tasks and responsibilities may include:

Provide support for pre-clinical, clinical and usability testing activities within the clinical dept. The team member will provide support in document management, data management and analysis. The team member will also support other functions such as regulatory, quality and marketing.

• Supporting post-market clinical follow up activities.

• Assist data management of clinical and pre-clinical data including the creation of data management plans.

• Assist in execution of pre-clinical studies.

• Assist data processing activities.

• Assist in data recording during usability and pre-clinical studies.

• Assist with engineering documentation for clinical regulatory submissions and pre-submissions.

• Assist in initial Bench/Pilot testing and writing or review of technical reports.

• Assist in planning pre-clinical and usability studies including equipment sourcing and preparation of data recording templates.

• Liaising with the training officer and assisting in the training of industrial placement students.

• Assist in the preparation and organisation of stakeholder and advisory meetings.

• Creating and updating documentation in accordance with ISO 13485, GLP and ISO 14155.

What you will need:

​Qualifications:

• Relevant on-going degree course with acceptable 1st year results.

• Relevant A-levels of equivalent.

Specific Knowledge:

• Knowledge and understanding of cardiovascular anatomy and physiology.

• Knowledge of medical devices, particularly cardiovascular.

• Knowledge or experience of general electronics hardware would be useful.

​System/Computer Requirements:

• Basic Microsoft Office, MS Project, Adobe Acrobat.

• Ability to utilise publication search engines.

Key Competencies needed for this position:

• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).

• Problem solving and analytical skills.

• Technical writing skills.

• Time management skills.

• High standard of work and strong attention to detail.

• Good teamwork skills and ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

• Ability to work under pressure against tight deadlines.

• Demonstrate initiative.

What we can offer:

• Attractive salary & vacation entitlement.

• Experience our inclusive, people-first culture. You will be paired with mentors and have access to leaders who support your growth, give constructive feedback, and help build confidence.

• Flexible working hours.

• Sports & Social clubs and DE&I Employee Resource Groups and the opportunity to connect with other co-ops.

• The opportunity to contribute to real-world projects that make a difference in improving healthcare and patients’ lives. In Stryker, you will be given responsibilities that truly matter.

Next steps:

• Once you have applied to one of our co-op opportunities, our dedicated University Recruiting Business Partners will take some time to look through your application and ensure you meet the criteria in relation to the specific position.

• Should all requirements be met, and you are happy to proceed, in September/October, successful candidates will be invited to a final round business interview with the hiring team.

• If successful through the final round business interview, you will receive your offer shortly after.

• Please note, individual recruitment timelines may vary – please keep in contact with your University Recruiting Business Partner and your university placement coordinator for specific timelines and updates.

  

 

Belfast: £25,000 GBP Annual

  

 

If you’d like to learn more about the compensation associated with this opportunity, your recruiter will be happy to walk you through the details as you progress through the hiring process.

 

  

Travel Percentage: None