R&D Officer – Surgical Robotics

Role Overview

This position is for an R&D Officer in the Surgical Robotics team based in Vapi, Gujarat, with field-based work assigned as needed. The role supports the design, development, testing, and clinical validation of advanced surgical robotic systems and related medical devices. It involves hands-on assistance in R&D work, field-level clinical data collection, usability checks, and deployment support within hospital settings.

What You Will Do

• Support the design, development, and validation of surgical robotic systems and associated medical devices.
• Help evaluate prototypes, carry out system testing, and assist with performance validation under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Take part in initiatives aimed at improving product functionality, safety, usability, and clinical performance.
• Visit hospitals and clinical locations regularly to collect anatomical and procedural data.
• Assist with system testing, usability validation, workflow observation, and collection of feedback from clinical users.
• Support device installation, deployment, and technical troubleshooting during field assignments.
• Participate in live clinical procedures and trials to better understand surgical workflows and device behavior.
• Work with R&D, Clinical, Regulatory, Quality, and Manufacturing teams on cross-functional projects.
• Coordinate with surgeons, clinicians, and hospital staff for clinical evaluations and data verification.
• Provide clinical and technical inputs that support regulatory and quality activities during product development.
• Record clinical observations, field findings, test outputs, and validation results in line with internal SOPs.
• Prepare technical reports, study summaries, and suggestions for product improvement.
• Follow internal quality requirements, clinical protocols, and regulatory norms during all field activities.
• Contribute to innovation efforts in surgical robotics, automation, and advanced healthcare technologies.
• Keep building technical and clinical knowledge through practical exposure and mentoring.
• Assist in early research work and feasibility studies for new product ideas.

Qualifications and Experience

Diploma, B.E., or B.Tech in Biomedical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE) is required. The role is open to fresh graduates as well as candidates with up to 1 year of relevant academic or internship experience. Prior exposure to clinical environments, medical device projects, or hospital-based internships is an advantage.

Skills and Competencies

• Basic knowledge of human anatomy.
• Strong interest in medical devices, surgical robotics, and healthcare technology.
• Clear verbal and written communication in English.
• Good observation, analysis, and documentation abilities.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Comfort with frequent travel to hospitals and clinical sites across locations.

Key Performance Indicators

• Accuracy and quality of clinical and field data collected.
• Timely completion of assigned R&D and validation work.
• Quality of technical documentation and reporting.
• Effectiveness of the clinical feedback and usability insights shared.
• Contribution toward product development milestones and innovation efforts.