Job Title: R&D Officer – Surgical RoboticsDepartment: Research & Development – Surgical RoboticsLocation: Vapi, Gujarat / Field-based (as per requirement)Reports To: R&D Manager – Surgical Robotics Job Purpose:To support the design, development, testing, and clinical validation of surgical robotic systems and advanced medical devices by assisting R&D activities and conducting field-based clinical data collection, usability validation, and deployment support in hospital environments. Key Responsibilities:1. Product Development & R&D Support• Assist in the design, development, and validation of surgical robotic systems and related medical devices. • Support prototype evaluation, system testing, and performance validation activities under guidance of senior engineers. • Participate in product improvement initiatives focusing on functionality, safety, usability, and clinical effectiveness.2. Clinical & Field Activities• Conduct frequent field visits to hospitals and clinical sites for: • Anatomical and procedural data collection • System testing and usability validation • Clinical workflow observation and feedback collection • Supporting device deployment and technical troubleshooting • Assist during live clinical procedures and trials to understand surgical workflows and device performance.3. Cross-Functional Collaboration• Work closely with R&D, Clinical, Regulatory, Quality, and Manufacturing teams to support cross-functional projects. • Coordinate with surgeons, clinicians, and hospital staff for clinical evaluations and data validation. • Support regulatory and quality activities by providing clinical and technical inputs during product development.4. Documentation & Compliance• Document clinical observations, field visit findings, test results, and validation data as per internal SOPs. • Prepare technical reports, study summaries, and improvement recommendations. • Ensure compliance with internal quality standards, clinical protocols, and regulatory guidelines during field activities.5. Innovation & Learning• Contribute to innovation initiatives in surgical robotics, automation, and advanced healthcare technologies. • Continuously upgrade technical and clinical knowledge through hands-on exposure and mentoring. • Support early-stage research activities and feasibility studies for new product concepts. Qualifications and Experience:• Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Biomedical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE). • Fresh graduates or candidates with up to 1 year of relevant academic / internship exposure. • Exposure to clinical environments, medical device projects, or hospital-based internships is preferred. Skills and Competencies:• Fundamental understanding of human anatomy (mandatory). • Strong interest in medical devices, surgical robotics, and healthcare technologies. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. • Strong observation, documentation, and analytical skills. • Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented, multidisciplinary environment. • Willingness to travel frequently to hospitals and clinical sites across locations. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):• Quality and accuracy of clinical and field data collected • Timely completion of assigned R&D and validation activities • Quality of technical documentation and reports • Effectiveness of clinical feedback and usability insights shared • Contribution to product development milestones and innovation initiatives