Research Associate Intern

Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARY:

TransMedics is transforming organ transplantation through the Organ Care System (OCS), an innovative platform that preserves and evaluates donor organs outside the body. Our Research team conducts high-impact translational studies that bridge laboratory science and real-world clinical application. 

The Research Associate Intern will gain hands-on experience supporting active research initiatives involving the Organ Care System (OCS). This role offers exposure to experimental design, real-time data collection, and translational science in a fast-paced biomedical device environment. 

This internship is ideal for students interested in medical research, biotechnology, healthcare innovation, or pursuing graduate or medical education. 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

Laboratory & System Operations 

• Operate and troubleshoot the Organ Care System (OCS) under supervision 

• Assist with sample collection and experimental setup 

• Support execution of study protocols 

Data Collection & Analysis 

• Participate in real-time data collection, entry, and compilation across experimental studies 

• Assist with organizing and analyzing complex datasets 

• Support interpretation of results and identification of scientific insights 

Research Design & Execution 

• Learn study design fundamentals including hypothesis development and experimental planning 

• Assist with protocol execution and documentation 

• Contribute to high-impact research projects with clinical relevance 

Scientific Communication 

• Prepare summaries of research findings 

• Strengthen written and verbal scientific communication skills 

• Deliver a formal presentation of summer research findings at the conclusion of the internship 

Collaboration 

• Work within a multidisciplinary team including research scientists, engineers, and clinical partners 

• Participate in research discussions and collaborative problem-solving 

What You’ll Learn 

• Fundamentals of translational biomedical research 

• Experimental design and protocol execution 

• Operation of advanced organ perfusion technology 

• Data interpretation in a regulated research environment 

• Professional research culture within a medical device company 

Why This Internship Stands Out 

This internship bridges academic coursework and real-world translational research. Interns gain hands-on exposure to advanced organ preservation technology while contributing to research with meaningful clinical impact.

MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES 

This position does not have direct reports.

PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES 

• General office environment where there is a significant amount of time at a desk, working on computers and reviewing documents. This requires the ability to sit for extended periods. They also may need to stand for meetings or when moving around the office.<