Abdominal Organ Research Intern

Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARY

TransMedics is transforming organ transplantation through the Organ Care System (OCS), a groundbreaking platform that preserves and evaluates donor organs outside the body. Our Research team plays a critical role in advancing abdominal organ preservation science and improving patient outcomes worldwide. 

The Abdominal Organ Research Intern will support ex vivo kidney perfusion research studies and related scientific initiatives. This role provides hands-on laboratory experience in organ research, data analysis, and study coordination within a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. 

This internship is ideal for students pursuing careers in biomedical research, medicine, or translational science. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

This position is responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

Laboratory & Study Support 

• Assist in running daily ex vivo kidney perfusion studies 

• Support setup, monitoring, and breakdown of research experiments 

• Assist with collection and recording of experimental data 

• Ensure adherence to safety protocols and laboratory standards 

Data Collection & Analysis 

• Support daily data management and preliminary analysis 

• Maintain organized research records and study documentation 

• Produce weekly summaries and reports outlining study results and observations 

Study Planning & Coordination 

• Assist in study planning, ideation, and execution 

• Support tracking of study timelines and deliverables 

• Contribute to research discussions and cross-functional collaboration 

Administrative & Operational Support 

• Assist with laboratory inventory management 

• Support scheduling and coordination of study activities 

• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders including Engineering and Clinical teams 

What You’ll Learn 

• Fundamentals of organ perfusion research and translational science 

• Data collection and reporting within a regulated research environment 

• Exposure to cross-functional collaboration between Research, Engineering, and Clinical teams 

• Scientific communication and structured reporting 

• The operational side of running real-world biomedical studies 

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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS                                                         

• Enrolled in a 4-year undergraduate degree program 

• Major in Biology or a related life sciences field 

• College Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior 

• Ability to make quick decisions and remain calm under pressure 

• Highly organized and detail-oriented