Scientist, Bioscience Process and Validation

We are seeking a highly motivated and scientifically rigorous Scientist to join our Bioscience Process and Validation team. This role operates at the critical intersection of engineering innovation and animal welfare, supporting the development and validation of novel biodevice technologies through hands-on, field-based bioscience.

Unlike traditional bench or assay-focused roles, this position involves comprehensive ownership of the testing lifecycle-from drafting protocols and conducting field studies to collecting and analyzing large-scale data sets, and synthesizing results into actionable insights for cross-functional teams. The successful candidate will be expected to pressure-test device concepts and refinements, ensuring both product safety and animal welfare are held to the highest standards.

This role requires resilience, scientific integrity, and a high degree of ownership. It offers a unique opportunity to engage deeply in meaningful work, contributing directly to the safety, performance, and successful deployment of animal-focused biodevices.

Position Responsibilities:

• Lead product development initiatives for innovative biodevice offerings, ensuring a thorough understanding of biological impacts and device safety.
• Collaborate with engineering, Technical Service, and Field Service teams to refine design requirements, specifications, and product testing.
• Design, develop, execute, and analyze experiments and testing protocols for product characterization and validation, applying bioscience development and statistical analysis methodologies.
• Conduct evaluations both in-house and at customer test sites, including field-testing and assay execution, while overseeing trial-related activities such as onsite visits, data collection, and reporting, ensuring meticulous and compliant records of experimental data.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams, trial sites, sponsors, and external collaborators to foster collaboration and ensure project success.
• Adapt to both fast-paced and slower-paced environments, demonstrating enthusiasm, initiative, and self-motivation as needed.
• Work efficiently in both independent and team settings, fostering collaboration and shared success.
• Train and mentor junior staff on research activities and protocols, fostering professional growth within the team.
• Collaborate with study team members to support project execution and ensure alignment with objectives.
• Uphold the team values of respect, integrity, and open communication, creating an environment where all members feel valued and empowered to contribute.

Education and Experience:

• BS or MS in a relevant scientific field, or equivalent training/experience.
• Minimum of 5 years in animal research or relevant laboratory science.
• Practical and relevant laboratory experience.
• Demonstrated hands-on interactions integrating mechanical devices and biological processes.
• Medical device development exposure is a plus.

Technical Skills Requirements:

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to take initiative while ensuring team collaboration.
• Experience working in a matrix environment and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Willingness to travel for field work, with hands-on experience in animal handling and specialized laboratory equipment.
• Experience in animal handling and/or with animal models.
• Experience and success with multiple veterinary procedures in a research environment.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills in a complex, multiple variables, applied science environment.
• High attention to detail.
• Good communication skills to work in an interdisciplinary environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Endure long periods of sitting, standing, walking, and/or repetitive motions.
• Ability to travel.
• Ability to work non-standard working hours (e.g., early morning or late-night work) with a potential for overnight work.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to develop and implement testing protocols.
• Experience with GLP/GCP compliance is a plus.
• Commitment to team values such as collaboration, continuous learning, and mutual respect.

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