Senior Research & Development (R&D) Scientist

Why work for CVRx?

CVRx pioneers' unique therapies that harness and harmonize the body's natural systems, benefiting society and making CVRx a universal role model in healthcare. We value our commitments to others and continue to overcome challenges through determination, collaboration, and purpose. If our culture and values speak to you, and if you have a passion for cutting-edge medical technologies, join our team and our mission to help others live better lives.

A day in the life:

As the Senior R&D Scientist, you will be a key contributor on the Research & Development team, focused on product research and design to support and enhance CVRx’s Barostim therapy. This role partners closely with cross-functional teams to improve existing devices and to explore thoughtful, research-driven approaches to advancing the therapy.

The position also provides technical support to field and clinical activities as needed, offering hands-on involvement across the product lifecycle. This is an opportunity for an experienced R&D engineer who enjoys applying scientific rigor, collaboration, and practical problem-solving to meaningful cardiovascular neuromodulation work.

• Design, conduct, and report pre-clinical studies as well as human feasibility studies as needed.
• Analyze physiologic data and report key results.
• Develop intellectual property.
• Perform R&D support on both current and new product research and developmental projects. This includes identifying requirements, proposing designs, developing prototypes, as well as performing design development, testing, and verification activities as required.
• Document activities in writing, including protocols, reports, memos, and change requests. Methods used are determined by approved procedures and standards.
• Coordinate and/or perform analysis and troubleshooting of prototypes, products and equipment.
• Coordinate prototype builds and testing with internal or external shops, labs, and animal facilities.
• Interface with multiple disciplines/functional groups, including other R&D personnel, operations, quality, clinicals, regulatory, external suppliers, consultants, technical experts, and other outside resources.

• Advanced degree in biomedical engineering with an emphasis in neurostimulation.

• 5 years' experience as a research scientist or R&D engineer in the medical device, technology, or product development environment.
• Experience with basic statistics.
• Solid understanding/knowledge of product development practices and procedures in the medical device industry.
• Experience in establishing team goals and coordinating the activities of the team.
• Self-motivated, works well with minimal supervision.
• Ability to generate, evaluate and implement new product and process concepts.
• Experience working in an operating room setting.
• Effective and efficient problem-solving capability.
• Basic PC skills including Windows, Excel, Word, PowerPoint and MS Project.

• PhD in biomedical engineering with an emphasis in neurostimulation (cardiovascular, integrative, neurophysiology preferred) or equivalent experience (7 years) in R&D of implantable neuro stimulation devices.

• Preferred specialties:
• Experience/knowledge in neural interfacing and electrode design for electrical stimulation of excitable tissue.

• Computational or systems modeling of physiological responses to stimulation.
• Research in the endovascular or cardiac therapy medical device industry.
• Signal processing of physiological signals and associated algorithm development.
• Experience/knowledge in electrochemical performance of chronically implanted electrode.
• Working knowledge of process validation methods and statistical techniques.
• Ability to provide work direction to other technical employees and consultants.
• Ability to conduct pre-clinical studies and/or human feasibility studies.

• Normal R&D laboratory and office conditions.
• Occasional travel (including airline) up to 30% of the time; may include international travel.
• May be required to be fully vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus and other diseases.
• Willing to comply with pre-employment screening, including but not limited to reference verification, drug screen, and background check.

What we offer

CVRx is proud to offer competitive salaries and benefits plans.

We offer a culture of teamwork, collaboration, and positivity, where challenging the status quo is welcomed, continuous learning is valued, and each of us has an opportunity to make a significant impact in an exciting, purpose-driven startup environment while also having fun. 

Salary range for U.S locations (USD): 110,000 to 129,000 per year.

The base salary range is applicable across the U.S., complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and specific location.

EEO STATEMENT

CVRx, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. 

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.  

If you're an independent, self-motivated individual with excellent interpersonal skills, a desire to do great things and have a background in medical devices, healthcare or a related field, we want to hear from you!   

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at hiring@cvrx.com 

This requisition will be open until filled.