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Intern, Regulatory Affairs (Biocompatibility)

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MCRA

1mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Research & Development
    Healthcare
  • Washington
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You should be a Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, or MPH student, an incoming Junior/Senior, with skills in scientific reading, writing, and materials science.
  • You will assist in creating a database predicting chemical leaching from medical devices, analyzing data on materials, and identifying toxic compounds to support biocompatibility strategies.

Requirements

  • Currently pursuing Bioengineer; Chemical Engineer; Materials Science; Chemistry; Master of Public Health.
  • Incoming Junior or Senior.
  • Experience with reading scientific papers; experience with scientific writing; materials science knowledge.

Responsibilities

  • Interns will work closely with MCRA experts and mentors to gain critical hands-on knowledge in Regulatory Affairs, Biocompatibility, and Toxicology.
  • The goal of this project would be to create a comprehensive database that predicts potential chemical leaching from medical devices based on material composition.
  • The project will require the intern to collect and analyze data from chemical characterization studies conducted on a wide range of devices made from various materials.
  • Specifically, the project will aim to identify toxicologically relevant compounds that may leach from commonly used medical device manufacturing materials.
  • This database will be used in developing biocompatibility strategies for current and future clients.

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship lasts for 8 weeks, starting from June 2, 2025, to July 25, 2025.

What are the working hours for the internship?

Interns will work approximately 25 hours per week, typically from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm daily, though specific schedules may vary.

Is the internship location-based?

Yes, the internship is based in DC and follows a hybrid schedule.

What equipment will be provided to the interns?

A laptop and other required equipment will be provided to the interns.

What qualifications are required to apply for the internship?

Candidates should be currently pursuing degrees in Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, or a Master of Public Health, and should be incoming Juniors or Seniors.

Is there a specific focus for the project interns will be working on?

Yes, the project will focus on creating a comprehensive database that predicts potential chemical leaching from medical devices based on material composition.

Will interns have the opportunity to work closely with experienced professionals?

Yes, interns will work closely with MCRA experts and mentors to gain hands-on experience in Regulatory Affairs, Biocompatibility, and Toxicology.

What type of experience is preferred for applicants?

Applicants should have experience reading scientific papers, scientific writing, and knowledge of materials science.

Is MCRA an equal opportunity employer?

Yes, MCRA is an equal opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate in its employment practices.

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MCRA

Leading Global Full-Service Medical Device, Diagnostics & Biologics CRO & Integrated Consulting Advisory Firm.

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
51-200
Employees
2004
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

MCRA is the leading global full-service medical device, diagnostics, and biologics CRO and consulting advisory firm. MCRA delivers to its client’s industry experience, integrating its seven business value creators: regulatory, clinical research, reimbursement, healthcare compliance, quality assurance, due diligence and distribution logistics to provide a dynamic, market-leading effort from innovation conception to commercialization. MCRA’s integrated application of these key value-creating initiatives provides unparalleled value for its clients. MCRA has offices in Washington, DC, Hartford, CT, New York, NY, London, England, Winterthur, Switzerland, Eschborn, Germany and Tokyo, Japan and serves nearly 1,000 clients globally. Its core focus areas of therapeutic experience include orthopedics, spine, biologics, cardiovascular, diagnostic imaging, wound care, artificial intelligence, dental, anesthesia, general surgery, digital health, neurology, robotics, oncology, general and plastic surgery, urology, and in vitro diagnostic (IVD) devices and medical device cybersecurity. MCRA places particular emphasis on its expertise working with companies in all stages of development and throughout the technology life cycle by ushering technologies from the conceptual pre-clinical stage to market approval.