Job Title: Perfusion Specialist

Work Location: New County, Connecticut

Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and driven Perfusion Specialist with a strong background in clinical or clinical-adjacent settings. This role involves supporting advanced organ perfusion studies using donated human research organs. Specialists are responsible for preparing organs for perfusion, assisting in surgical benching, and operating sophisticated perfusion and point-of-care diagnostic equipment.
We are specifically looking for experienced healthcare professionals - including nurses, paramedics, surgical techs, laboratory technologists, and others with a clinical mindset, who are excited to contribute to cutting-edge biomedical innovation in a research setting.

Responsibilities:

• Train to perform ex vivo perfusions of human lungs, livers, and kidneys
• Assist with surgical benching and dissection to deepen understanding of human anatomy
• Operate clinical-grade perfusion circuits and monitoring systems
• Collect, process, and log biological samples (e.g. blood, biopsies, urine, bile)
• Participate in translational research by evaluating new therapeutics in human models
• Maintain equipment and manage laboratory supply inventory
• Document procedures and results with precision in both paper and digital formats
• Ensure a clean, safe, and compliant lab environment
• Participate in a rotating on-call schedule: Team members participate in a rotating on-call schedule to ensure continuous support for 24/7 operations. This includes taking regular weekday and weekend on-call shifts.
• In addition to these responsibilities, all team members contribute to shared duties such as laboratory maintenance and sample stabilization to maintain smooth and efficient operations.

Qualifications:

• Clinical experience (e.g. RN, OR Tech, Surgical PA, Medical Assistant or similar healthcare roles)
• Familiarity with laboratory protocols, POC testing, and handling biohazardous materials
• Strong understanding of sterile technique and safety standards
• Able to work in a dynamic, high-pressure environment independently and on a team
• Comfortable with technology, including MS Office and database entry
• Undergraduate degree in biology, nursing, biomedical science, or a related field
• Excellent physical stamina and attention to detail
• You’re a medical professional looking to apply your clinical training in a pioneering research setting
• You’re curious, collaborative, and eager to learn surgical techniques and perfusion science
• You thrive in fast-paced environments and are committed to advancing medical innovation
• You embrace feedback and view it as a path toward professional growth

Published Category: Discovery Research & Preclinical