Distinguished Scientist

## Distinguished Scientist Apply:
On-Site:
Northridge, California, United States of America:
Full time:
Posted Today:
End Date:
October 26, 2026 (13 days left to apply):
R-802147

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 26 Oct 2026

At Mini Med, you can begin a lifelong career of exploration and innovation, while helping make a difference in the lives of people living with diabetes around the globe. You'll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation for a more connected, compassionate world.#
** About the Role
** Mini Med is seeking a highly experienced Distinguished Scientist to provide technical leadership in the product development of insulin delivery fluid-path systems, including infusion sets, insulin reservoirs, tubing, cannulas, and associated components. This leader will drive innovation, design excellence, and reliable performance of next-generation insulin delivery technologies, supported by expertise in materials selection and biocompatibility.  The Distinguished Scientist serves as a senior technical leader responsible for developing next-generation fluid-path technologies and products for insulin delivery systems, with primary emphasis on infusion sets, insulin reservoirs, tubing, cannulas, connectors, and associated components.

This individual leads technical strategy from early feasibility and concept development through design, prototyping, verification, validation, design transfer, and commercialization. The role advances insulin delivery accuracy, flow performance, reliability, usability, manufacturability, and extended-wear capabilities. The Distinguished Scientist applies deep knowledge of fluid-path architecture, component design, interfaces, insulin compatibility, and device performance to solve complex engineering challenges and translate innovative technologies into robust product solutions.  

This leader shapes long-term fluid-path technology roadmaps and influences product architecture and platform decisions across Mini Med’s insulin delivery portfolio.

As a recognized technical leader, the Distinguished Scientist mentors talent, develops external partnerships, and collaborates across R&D, systems engineering, clinical, regulatory, quality, and manufacturing teams to deliver safe, effective, and innovative products.  As a secondary area of responsibility, the individual provides technical guidance on materials selection, material characterization, and biocompatibility considerations relevant to fluid-path and patient-contacting components, in collaboration with appropriate subject-matter experts.

** Impact**:
This role has significant impact on the development and commercialization of differentiated insulin delivery fluid-path technologies, including infusion sets and reservoirs. The Distinguished Scientist drives improvements in delivery performance, reliability, extended wear, patient experience, and scalable manufacturing. Through technical strategy, cross-functional leadership, and execution of complex development programs, this leader influences portfolio roadmaps, mitigates product risks, and accelerates innovative, high-quality insulin delivery solutions.
** Subject Matter Expertise**:
Recognized technical expert in the design and development of insulin delivery fluid-path systems, including infusion sets, reservoirs, tubing, cannulas, connectors, fluid interfaces, and subcutaneous delivery components. Expertise includes fluid-flow and delivery performance, insulin compatibility, system integration, product reliability, extended-wear technology, design verification, and design transfer. Supporting knowledge of materials selection, material characterization, and biocompatibility is desirable.  Responsibilities may include…