Scientist, Research Scientist, Quality Engineering

Position: Scientist I
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Scientist IJob Description

The Scientist I role is an onsite position at the Arbor Lakes facility for an early-career scientist or engineer who brings a strong foundation in biology, chemistry, or a related engineering discipline and at least two years of medical device experience. You will apply your technical skills and commitment to quality to execute experiments, analyze data, and support the development and testing of new technologies within a highly regulated environment.

Working as part of a collaborative team, you will contribute to method development, test execution, and documentation that support internal reports, presentations, and quality system requirements, while continually expanding your knowledge of scientific concepts, business practices, and core technologies.

Responsibilities

+ Execute assigned experiments and routine experimental techniques in accordance with established protocols and procedures within the functional area.

+ Support testing of new technologies and targets for research, contributing to the evaluation and advancement of medical device products.

+ Generate high-quality experimental data to support internal documents, posters, and presentations.

+ Apply basic data analysis techniques and develop an understanding of more complex analyses, including identifying issues with data and comparing results to historical data.

+ Summarize experimental results and contribute to the preparation of technical reports, including thorough and accurate lab notebook and experimental documentation.

+ Develop methods and processes under the guidance of senior technical staff, taking a hands-on approach to method development.

+ Participate as an extended team member in planning and executing experiments, collaborating effectively with colleagues across the functional area.

+ Order laboratory supplies and submit sample requests as directed, following standard operating procedures for materials receiving and inventory control.

+ Perform routine equipment maintenance and, as needed, generate and execute equipment installation qualification and operational qualification (IQ/OQ) protocols.

+ Adhere to all environmental health and safety (EH&S) procedures and general housekeeping standard operating procedures to maintain a safe and orderly laboratory environment.

+ Comply with site- and department-specific procedures related to record keeping, use of log books, materials receiving, and inventory management.

+ Complete time records accurately and report project time allocation in a timely manner.

+ Participate in implementing solutions for laboratory and infrastructure improvements when requested.

+ Demonstrate a primary commitment to patient safety and product quality by maintaining compliance with the Quality Policy and all documented quality processes and procedures.

+ Communicate complex scientific and technical ideas clearly and simply, both orally and in writing, to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

+ Effectively manage multiple projects and priorities in a timeline-driven environment, ensuring tasks are completed on schedule and to a high standard of quality.

Essential Skills

+ Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, or a related Engineering field.

+ At least 2 years of experience in the medical device industry.

+ Hands-on experience with test methods and method development in a laboratory setting.

+ Prior experience with test documentation through lab notebooks or formal reports.

+ Demonstrated ability to analyze data, identify issues, and compare results with historical data.

+ Strong problem-solving skills and a self-motivated approach with a passion for solving complex technical challenges.

+ Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and simply, both verbally and in writing.

+ Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a timeline-driven environment.

+ Effective team player with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate in a cross-functional setting.

+ Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat.

+ Ability to work onsite and comply with all laboratory, safety, and quality system procedures.

+ Eligibility to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship.

+ Willingness to work in a role that does not require or consider PhD-level candidates.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

+ Test method development experience, particularly in a medical device context.

+ Competence in Design of Experiments (DOE) methodology, such as using Design-Expert or similar tools.

+ Knowledge of statistical analysis software, such as Minitab, for experimental design and data analysis.

+ Strong understanding of the scientific method and its application to experimental design and problem solving.

+ Demonstrated experience analyzing and fulfilling documentation requirements within a regulated environment.

+ Experience testing medical devices and familiarity with medical device test methodologies.

+ Familiarity with legal boundaries surrounding information…