Position Overview
We are seeking a passionate and research-driven Scientist – Medical Textiles to lead the development of innovative textile-based solutions for healthcare, biomedical, and hygiene applications. The role focuses on designing, testing, and commercializing advanced medical textile products that improve patient care, infection control, wound management, and healthcare sustainability.
The ideal candidate should possess expertise in textile engineering, biomaterials, nonwoven technologies, medical device development, and healthcare product innovation.
Key ResponsibilitiesResearch & Development
- Design and develop advanced medical textile products for healthcare and biomedical applications.
- Research and develop innovative materials for:
- Surgical textiles
- Wound care products
- Antimicrobial fabrics
- Implantable textiles
- Healthcare hygiene products
- Smart medical wearables
- Develop biodegradable and sustainable medical textile solutions.
- Investigate novel fibers, coatings, and fabric structures to enhance product performance.
- Conduct laboratory and pilot-scale product development activities.
Product Design & Material Innovation
- Develop and optimize:
- Surgical gowns and drapes
- Face masks and respirators
- Wound dressings
- Compression garments
- Hospital bedding and protective textiles
- Implantable meshes and scaffolds
- Smart textile-based monitoring systems
- Improve comfort, durability, breathability, barrier protection, and antimicrobial performance.
Testing & Characterization
- Conduct physical, chemical, and biological evaluation of medical textiles.
- Perform testing related to:
- Biocompatibility
- Antimicrobial efficacy
- Fluid resistance
- Filtration efficiency
- Tensile and mechanical properties
- Moisture management
- Sterilization compatibility
- Analyze test data and prepare technical reports.
Regulatory & Quality Compliance
- Ensure products meet applicable healthcare and medical standards.
- Support compliance with:
- ISO 13485
- ISO 10993
- ASTM Standards
- BIS Standards
- FDA and CE requirements where applicable
- Maintain accurate documentation for regulatory submissions and audits.
Innovation & Technology Transfer
- Identify emerging technologies in medical textiles and healthcare materials.
- Prepare scientific publications, patents, technical reports, and grant proposals.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals, hospitals, research institutions, and manufacturing teams.
- Support scale-up, pilot production, and commercialization activities.
Required QualificationsEducation
- Ph.D. / M.Tech / M.Sc. in:
- Textile Engineering
- Technical Textiles
- Medical Textiles
- Biomedical Engineering
- Materials Science
- Polymer Science
- Fiber Science
- Related disciplines
Experience
- 2–8 years of experience in medical textiles, technical textiles, biomedical materials, or healthcare product development.
- Experience in industrial R&D, research laboratories, medical device companies, or academic research is preferred.
- Exceptional fresh Ph.D. candidates may also apply.
Technical Skills
- Medical and technical textile development.
- Nonwoven fabric technologies.
- Fiber and yarn engineering.
- Biomaterials and biocompatibility assessment.
- Antimicrobial textile development.
- Smart textiles and wearable healthcare technologies.
- Product testing and validation.
- Medical device quality systems and regulatory standards.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with wound care and tissue engineering materials.
- Knowledge of electrospinning and nanofiber technologies.
- Familiarity with healthcare regulations and certification processes.
- Experience in sustainable and biodegradable medical textiles.
- Patent drafting and technology commercialization experience.
Key Competencies
- Scientific innovation and creativity.
- Strong analytical and research capabilities.
- Problem-solving and experimental design.
- Technical documentation and report writing.
- Cross-functional collaboration and project management.
- Attention to detail and regulatory compliance.
Potential Research Areas
- Advanced Wound Care Materials
- Antimicrobial & Antiviral Textiles
- Smart Healthcare Wearables
- Biodegradable Medical Textiles
- Tissue Engineering Scaffolds
- Implantable Textile Structures
- Infection Prevention Solutions
- Hospital Hygiene & Protective Products
- Nanofiber-Based Medical Materials
- Sustainable Healthcare Textiles
Employment Type
Full-Time | Research & Development
Location
Research Laboratory / Innovation Center
Compensation
Competitive salary based on qualifications, experience, research publications, patents, and product development achievements.
Pay: ₹302,184.47 - ₹1,156,118.16 per year
Work Location: Remote
