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Project Specialist – Research & Development
Job Title: R&D Project Specialist Department: R&D
Job Classification: Exempt Reports to: R&D Manager
Last Revision Date: 03-07-2026
Location: Milwaukee, WI | Department: Research & Development | Employment Type: Full-Time
Make an Impact in Medical Innovation
Join L&R USA’s R&D team as an R&D Project Specialist and support the successful execution of new product development and product improvement projects. This role coordinates timelines, documentation, testing, and cross-functional communication while collaborating closely with design, manufacturing, marketing, quality/regulatory, and external clinicians. When applicable, the role may also support patient-related evaluations and feedback activities to help keep projects on track and aligned with business objectives and customer needs.Key Responsibilities
- Support the execution of new product development and product improvement projects through strong coordination, organization, and follow-through
- Create and maintain project timelines, milestones, action items, and status updates
- Monitor progress and follow up with cross-functional team members to help keep projects on track
- Collaborate with design, manufacturing, marketing, quality/regulatory, and other internal stakeholders to align project needs and next steps
- Coordinate product evaluations, testing activities, wear trials, and feedback collection
- Serve as a point of coordination with external clinicians, and, when applicable, patients involved in evaluations or product feedback
- Maintain accurate and organized project documentation, including meeting notes, test records, specifications, and related files
- Compile and communicate project updates, findings, risks, and recommendations to internal stakeholders
- Help identify gaps, delays, or obstacles and support timely resolution through effective communication and follow-up
- Assist with product changes, documentation updates, and related project support activities
- Support launch readiness by coordinating required deliverables and cross-functional inputs
- Manage multiple projects and priorities with strong attention to detail and deadlines
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree preferred in engineering, science, healthcare, business, or a related field
- 2 years of relevant experience in project coordination, product development support, operations, healthcare, manufacturing, or a related field
- Strong organizational, time management, and project coordination skills
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines with close attention to detail
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams and external stakeholders
- Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and proactively follow through on open items
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with project tracking systems, ERP systems, or SAP is a plus
- Experience in a medical device, healthcare, manufacturing, or other regulated environment preferred
- Experience supporting product testing, evaluations, or customer/clinical feedback activities preferred
Physical Demands:
- This role operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers, as well as laboratory testing equipment such as a tensile tester.
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
- Travel as needed, up to 10%.
- This is a full-time position, with occasional extended hours as needed.
Why Join L&R USA?
Meaningful Work – Support products that improve the lives of patients with chronic and complex conditions.Cross-Functional Exposure – Work closely with design, manufacturing, marketing, quality/regulatory, and external clinical partners.
Professional Growth – Build experience in product development, testing, and project execution in a regulated medical environment.
Collaborative Team – Be part of a hands-on team focused on practical innovation and continuous improvement.
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