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How much do medical device research jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 24, 2026, the average yearly pay for medical device research in the United States is $53,326.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54,000.00 and $58,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some typical challenges faced by professionals working in Medical Device Research?

Professionals in Medical Device Research often encounter challenges such as navigating complex regulatory requirements, ensuring patient safety during clinical trials, and meeting strict documentation standards. Balancing innovation with compliance can be demanding, as teams must integrate new technologies while adhering to FDA or international regulations. Effective collaboration with cross-functional teams—including engineers, clinicians, and regulatory specialists—is essential to address these challenges and drive projects toward successful approval and market release.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Medical Device Research, and why are they important?

To excel in Medical Device Research, a strong background in biomedical engineering, life sciences, or a related field is essential, often accompanied by advanced degrees. Familiarity with regulatory standards (such as FDA or ISO), clinical trial management systems, and data analysis tools is highly valuable. Exceptional problem-solving, teamwork, and attention to detail help professionals innovate and navigate complex project requirements. These skills are crucial for ensuring rigorous research, regulatory compliance, and the successful development of safe and effective medical devices.

What is medical device research?

Medical device research involves the development, testing, and evaluation of medical devices to ensure their safety, effectiveness, and regulatory compliance before they reach the market. This research covers a range of activities, including preclinical studies, clinical trials, and post-market surveillance. Professionals in this field work closely with engineers, healthcare providers, and regulatory bodies to develop innovations that improve patient care.
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Infographic showing various Medical Device Research job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 76% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,326 per year, or $25.6 per hour.
Junior Verification & Validation Test Engineer

Junior Verification & Validation Test Engineer

DEKA Research & Development

Manchester, NH • On-site

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago


Job description

DEKA Research and Development, located in Manchester, NH, has an immediate opening for a Junior Verification & Validation Test Engineer to work in a dynamic medical device R&D environment. Test Engineering is a high-visibility role with a significant, direct impact on the success of the project.
How you will make an impact as a Junior Verification & Validation Test Engineer:
  • Developing and writing test procedures assessing end-to-end performance and reliability of user interfaces and hardware
  • Understanding device design and core technologies in order to inform test method development
  • Determining test coverage for revisions to design
  • Creating and evaluating test fixtures if needed for product design verification
  • Contributing to design failure investigations that may impact Risk Assessments, Hazard Analyses, and FMEAs
  • Contributing toward regulatory and agency submissions
  • Authoring Test Summaries and other documents
To be successful in this role as a Junior Verification & Validation Test Engineer, you will need the following skills and experience:
  • Must have a BS in Physics, Biology, Electrical, Mechanical, or Biomedical Engineering.
  • Experience with research, development, and product testing
  • Experience writing procedures for others to follow
  • Experience with data and failure analysis
  • Broad measurement instrument knowledge
  • Knowledge and deep understanding of engineering fundamentals
  • Demonstrated problem solving ability and techniques
  • Ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team
  • Self-motivated and able to self-prioritize
  • Ability to clearly explain objectives
  • Must be detail oriented and have excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Experience in medical devices, knowledge of FDA Quality System Regulations (QSRs) and/or ISO 13485, and other medical device industry experience preferred
About DEKA:
One hour from the beach, Boston, and the mountains, the historic Amoskeag Millyard once housed the largest textile mills in the world. It is now home to DEKA Research and Development, where we are taking the same innovation and cutting-edge technology into the modern age.
Behind DEKA’s brick walls sits a team of professionals who strive to make a difference every day through thoughtful engineering, design, and manufacturing. Here at DEKA, some of the most innovative and life-changing products of our time are created, and new ideas are always welcome and explored.
 

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