Research Associate III - Materials Plymouth, MN

Research Associate III – Materials

Location:

Plymouth, MN.

• With minimal or no assistance or technical supervision, perform technical analysis of materials incorporated into design of simple and complex medical devices. Determine and communicate whether and how the materials in the design meet regulatory and product requirements.
• Lead material selection activities including compendial testing activities. Lead material testing & qualification at in‑house or external laboratories in order to enable usage of the materials tested in drug and/or medical device products.
• Lead and/or coordinate EP, USP compliance testing on disposables (e.g., filters, dialyzers, polymeric connectors, etc.), packaging, and container closure materials and container systems.
• Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders—technical SMEs, product owners, and product management—and participate in material strategy discussions, providing technical assessments for near‑ and long‑term strategic imperatives.
• Support the development and execution of strategies for subject‑matter expertise in materials characterization and assessment across the business unit.
• Conduct routine and non‑routine research assignments to advance internal knowledge of materials and associated needs for product development and product lifecycle management.
• Partner with colleagues in matters of subject expertise and participate in non‑routine investigations to troubleshoot and investigate challenges in the field and in product development.
• Demonstrate ability to apply technical theories and principles to projects within the area of expertise for non‑routine tasks. Employ appropriate techniques and methods—including extensive data analysis of literature and/​or lab‑generated data—to execute assignments successfully and independently within negotiated deadlines.
• Write comprehensive protocols and reports.
• Maintain knowledge of and apply relevant quality and safety requirements, including equipment ownership and qualification.
• Have and/or build strong knowledge and understanding of GDP, GLP, GMP and related regulations and guidelines.

• Master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Chemistry, material science, materials or chemical engineering with emphasis on polymeric material science).
• Ph.D. candidate with research topics relevant to polymeric materials applications in drug and device industry is encouraged to apply.
• 5‑7 years of relevant professional experience (e.g., material selection for applications in a regulatory environment).
• Prior experience in Medical Device/Pharmaceutical/Aerospace/Chemical Industry.
• Demonstrated high level of passion and interest in material science, chemistry, and applications of that knowledge to be an effective problem solver in an industrial setting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to effectively contribute as an integral member of a project team.
• Ability to objectively assess, organize, and clearly communicate information.
• Ability to interpret available information and make recommendations to resolve technical challenges and address business issues.
• Ability to appropriately prioritize work assigned to meet project deliverables in a timely manner.
• Demonstrates inclusive attitude, collaborates with team members and cross‑functional teams for project deliverables.

Estimated base salary: $96,000 to $120,000 annually. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses. Vantive supports flexibility in the workplace with a minimum of 3 days a week onsite to enhance collaboration and support the mission.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage starting day one.
• Insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short‑term and long‑term disability, business travel accident insurance.
• Aon Pooled Employer Plan (Aon PEP) 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs and time‑off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave.
• Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee…