Experimental Interns | Night Shift

LocationIIT Madras Research Park, Chennai, India (On-site, lab-based)Company: Floaid – Advanced Cardiac Assist & Heart-Lung Machine About FloaidFloaid is a medtech startup focused on developing next-generation Medical Devices, like heart-lung machines. We run intensive bench experiments using blood and blood analogs to optimize performance and hemocompatibility.We are looking for a hands-on Night Intern to run and monitor cath pump experiments in our lab during night hours.Role SummaryYou will be responsible for setting up, running, and monitoring cath pump experiments with blood/blood analogs overnight, ensuring accurate data collection, safety, and proper documentation. You will work under the guidance of senior engineers/clinical researchers and follow all biosafety and ethical protocols.Key ResponsibilitiesExperiment Setup & OperationPrepare test rigs (mock circulatory loops, reservoirs, tubing, sensors, etc.).Handle blood and blood analogs (mostly animal blood) safely as per SOPs and biosafety guidelines.Prime, start, and run cath pump systems according to defined test protocols (e.g., flow/pressure/hemolysis studies).Adjust pump parameters (speed, flow rate, pressure) as directed and log changes.Monitoring & Data LoggingContinuously monitor experiments during the night shift (flow, pressure, temperature, motor parameters, alarms, leaks, etc.).Perform periodic sampling (e.g., blood samples for hemolysis/viscosity as per protocol).Log all readings and observations accurately in lab notebooks and digital sheets.Safety & ComplianceImmediately escalate any abnormal pump behavior, leaks, spills, or safety incidents to the designated senior staff.DocumentationMaintain experiment checklists, run sheets, and incident logs.Summarize each night’s experiments (what was done, anomalies, preliminary observations) for the day team.Help improve SOPs and checklists based on practical issues seen during night runs.Lab MaintenanceEnsure all equipment is cleaned, flushed, and properly shut down at the end of experiments.Replenish consumables (tubing, connectors, syringes, PPE, etc.) and flag low stock.Keep the lab bench organized and compliant with audit requirements.Must-Have QualificationsPassed out B.Tech/B.E. or M.Tech/M.Sc. in:Biomedical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering / Biotechnology / Instrumentation / Related field.Comfortable working night shifts (e.g., ~9:00 pm – 6:00 am IST), 6 nights/week.Prior wet-lab, animal lab, or fluid mechanics lab exposure (college lab experience is acceptable).Strong attention to detail and discipline in following SOPs.Basic familiarity with:Pumps, tubing, pressure/flow sensors, DAQ systems, or similar lab hardware.Excel/Google Sheets or basic data logging tools.Good to Have (Preferred)Experience with:Blood handling (even in academic settings) or work with biological samples.Mock circulatory loops, flow loops, or any medical device testing.Hemolysis/biocompatibility tests or basic clinical lab workflows.Knowledge of basic biosafety (BSL-2) practices.Comfort with basic electronics & instrumentation (motor controllers, power supplies, NI/other DAQ).Interest in cardiac devices, PVADs, or heart-lung machines.Work ConditionsShift: Night shift (on-site lab presence mandatory).Environment: Medtech R&D lab with pumps, blood/blood analogs, sensors, and data acquisition systems.Training: You will receive training on:Lab safety & biosafetyCath pump system setup & operationSOPs for blood experiments and data loggingWhat You’ll GainOpportunity for a full time roleDirect, hands-on experience in cutting-edge cardiac device R&D.Exposure to medical device development, mock circulatory systems, and hemolysis testing.Opportunity to work closely with a small, high-ownership team in a deep-tech medtech startup.Strong potential for full-time role based on performance.How to ApplyLinkdin