Lab Technician

KAYGEN is an emerging leader in providing top talent for technology-based staffing services. We specialize in providing high-volume contingent staffing, direct hire staffing and project-based solutions to companies worldwide ranging from startups to Fortune 500 and Managed Service Providers (MSP) across a wide variety of industries. Monday through Friday Work schedule hours are from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. or 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Training hours are from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 3 months training period.

The Peripheral Interventional group at Technologies and Innovation, located in Research Triangle Park NC, seeks a detail-oriented R&D Lab Technician II to join our team and work on testing new technologies for a range of medical devices. In this role, the associate will be a part of an R&D team contributing to establishment of test methods to assess the viability of technologies involving the chemical and material aspects of medical devices while supporting stability and degradation testing.

The successful candidate must have experience with basic lab techniques and be capable of learning new experimental tools. They will work with the project team members to execute technical assessment work in development of formulations and other medical device technologies/products.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist in completing test procedures, operating test equipment, and accurately recording measurements with limited supervision Daily use of laboratory tools and equipment such as weighing balance, pH meter, tensile testers and other measurement related formulation characterization for R&D processes Prepare and pack devices for stability assessment Communicate results and information verbally and in written form (reports, presentations) Willingness to occasionally work with biological specimens (e.g. tissues) for lab scale testing Assist with other projects as needed We prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry.

• 2-4 years of industrial experience in R&D or process development, or associate’s degree in chemistry or engineering with 1-2 years related experience', '
• Experience in a laboratory setting with basic knowledge of daily laboratory procedures, equipment utilization, setups, processes, device testing and safety protocols', '
• Hands-on laboratory experience working with various chemicals/materials. Experience in common chemistry lab procedures and tools', '
• High school diploma. Associate of Science degree in chemistry or engineering is preferred', '
• Willing to work independently and meet deadlines with little supervision']
• Experience assembling device prototypes to configure a desired test method', '
• Experience preparing and testing therapeutic formulations such as adhesives and hydrogels, including weighing materials, following protocols, and conducting characterization measurements', '
• Previous experience testing medical devices'] At KAYGEN, we are always looking for dynamic, talented and experienced individuals. We invite you to join our team of talented IT professionals, consulting at client locations across the globe. Our culture is team-orientated; we strive to stand by our core values of respect, honesty and integrity. Our team of experienced staffing experts will work with you to find you the best opportunity.

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