Scientist

Job 2987 - Scientist - Contract located in Hennepin County, Minnesota Medical Engineering Consultants (MEC) support medical device and pharmaceutical companies to be more efficient and productive by providing resources, knowledge, and expertise to augment and supplement to their work. Our vision is to closely align our clients’ needs with the best resources available in the marketplace. We take proactive, preventative, and corrective action and create a roadmap for ongoing future improvement by identifying, integrating, and executing sustainable solutions that validate processes, ensure fully compliant quality systems, and close gaps between current and FDA expected stages. MEC offers companies short or long-term support — from high-end leaders, managers and consultants to skill-set Engineering staff and SME’s (Subject Matter Experts). MEC's mission is to inspire positive cultural change from within, and always exceed our clients’ expectations. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. in accordance with applicable law. This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future. Onsite Job Purpose The Scientist has engineering/science education, basic technical skill set, and the ability to work in a team setting. Applies engineering/scientific skills and commitment to quality to execute experiments and complete data analysis in support of projects. He/she is gaining knowledge in scientific/engineering concepts, business practices, and core business principles. Job Duties Remains knowledgeable of technologies (including relevant literature) within functional area. Supports testing of new technologies and targets for research within functional area. Generates data to support, posters, presentations, and internal documents. Utilizes knowledge of legal boundaries surrounding information sharing and documenting; may contribute to brainstorming for intellectual property. Develops an understanding of experiments/protocols (e.g. DOE) and design process; executes under direction; completes routine work independently within functional area. Applies basic data analysis; develops understanding of more complex data analysis; identifies basic problematic issues with data; compares results with historical data. Summarizes results, contributes to the generation of technical reports, and completes experimental paperwork/lab notebook documentation. Develops methods and processes under direction from senior technical staff. Participates as an extended team member for experimental execution. Performs assigned routine experimental techniques and processes according to functional area. Orders supplies and may submit sample requests as directed by more senior staff and per the SOP. May perform equipment maintenance and generate and execute equipment IQ/OQ as needed. Adheres to all EH&S procedures and general housekeeping SOPs. Complies with site and department specific procedures on record keeping, use of log books, materials receiving, and inventory control. Completes time records and reports projects allocated time. May participate in implementing solutions for lab/infrastructure improvement. Quality System Requirements In all actions, demonstrates a primary commitment to patient safety and product quality by maintaining compliance to the Quality Policy and all other documented quality processes and procedures. For those individuals that supervise others, the following statements are applicable: Assures that appropriate resources (personnel, tools, etc.) are maintained in order to assure Quality System compliance and adherence to the BSC Quality Policy. Establishes and promotes a work environment that supports the Quality Policy and Quality System. Education/Experience/Skills a candidate must have to successfully perform the above duties/tasks: BA/BS degree in Biology or Chemistry (or a related Engineering field) 2+ years of medical device experience Self-motivation with a passion for solving problems Hands-on approach to method development Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and simply, both orally and in writing Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple projects and priorities in a timeline driven environment Team player with excellent interpersonal skills Computer skills, including experience with the software applications Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Adobe Acrobat Prior experience in test documentation through lab notebooks or reports. Preferred Qualifications Test Method development experience Knowledge of Minitab. Competent in Design of Experiments methodology (i.e. Design-Expert), scientific method, and statistical analysis software (i.e. Minitab) Strong problem-solving skills. Demonstrated experience analyzing and fulfilling documentation requirements. Experience in medical device industry preferably testing medical devices. MEC does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Medical Engineering Consultants (MEC) and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee. Sponsorship is not available for this position Check us out at www.medicalengineeringconsultants.com AAP/EEO DFWP Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.