R&&V Scientist

Position: R&D V&V Scientist
* Define, design, and implement validation test plans, analyze results, and generate summary reports.
* Create validation schedules and coordinate execution efforts.
* Compile data for regulatory submissions.
* Collect and review validation data and generate exception reports as needed.
* Ensure validation efforts are conducted in an appropriate and timely manner.
* Communicate and present data to colleagues.##
** What you can expect from us:**##
** Why IDEXX:
** We’re proud of the work we do because our work matters. An innovation leader in every industry we serve, we follow our Purpose and Guiding Principles to help pet owners worldwide keep their companion animals healthy and happy, to ensure safe drinking water for billions, and to help farmers protect livestock and poultry from disease. We have customers in over 175 countries and a global workforce of over 10,000 talented people.

Let’s pursue what matters together.
* IDEXX values a diverse workforce and workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
** IDEXX is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited
* * by local, state, or federal laws.
** While we appreciate our staffing partners, we are unable to accept unsolicited agency resumes.**#LI-CAG
* IDEXX is looking to hire a
** Scientist
* * to join the
** New Product Development Verification and Validation Team**. In this role, you will verify that products being designed, developed, or changed are in compliance with product requirements, specifications, and Company and regulatory guidelines. Coordinate with design teams to create and document procedures to verify and validate products and processes. Standardize work activities across products and platforms.
* Coordinates product development efforts (V&V) within overall integrated system framework encompassing complete range of sciences, engineering, manufacturing, marketing, customer and other essential inputs to ensure end products meet requirements and perform their intended functions.
* Defines test plans during the product development process so that the validation test plans are known in advance. Prepares materials, performs experiments, gathers data, carries out analysis and reaches conclusions.
* Documents experiments and other lab or production activities. Prepares reports and summaries. Presents results and conclusions. Maintains appropriate records.
* Communicates validation issues both to design teams and to other parts of the organization.
* Creates, executes and obtains approval for validation plans, protocols and final summary reports.
* Monitors projects and reports on validation activities, status and commitments. Tracks and communicates progress of work against milestones.
* Participates on and may manage teams, planning and organizing team activities.
* Orders and maintains equipment and work area.
* Collaborates and communicates with colleagues and others in related areas to provide work support, exchange information and ensure efficient processes.
* May produce and/or test reagents and final products and perform other production-related activities.
* Maintains knowledge of products and procedures, developments in the field and industry and regulatory environment. Adheres to appropriate procedures and regulatory requirements.
* Bachelor's degree in the biological sciences with 5-7 years of experience or Master’s degree with 0-3 years of experience.
* Good understanding of life and biological sciences.
* Experience with JMP is preferred, proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) required.
* Experience with diagnostic instrumentation development.
* Laboratory bench and instrumentation skills.
* Analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Strong initiative, flexibility, positive attitude, and the ability to function…