Senior Verification Technologist - Transfusion

Werfen is a growing, family-owned, innovative company founded in 1966 in Barcelona, Spain. We are a worldwide leader in specialized diagnostics in the areas of Hemostasis, Acute Care Diagnostics, Transfusion, Autoimmunity, and Transplant. Through our Original Equipment Manufacturing (OEM) business line, we research, develop, and manufacture customized assays and biomaterials. We operate directly in 30 countries and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Our headquarters and technology centers are located in the US and Europe, with a workforce of more than 7,000 employees.

About the role

We are looking for a Senior Verification Technologist responsible for performing complex system tests for development and performance of new and modified consumables, hardware, software, or assays. This position requires knowledge of various test fixtures and strong instrument troubleshooting abilities.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship for work authorization. Candidates requiring sponsorship now or in the future cannot be considered at this time.

Responsibilities

• Executes Verification Testing Protocols on all existing systems and new platforms in development.
• Documents test results in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Understands the relationship between outlined requirements and actual system results.
• Works independently as well as with the team to complete assigned work on schedule.
• Demonstrates a strong serological background with the ability to prepare dilutions and perform manual testing using various methodologies.
• Performs maintenance on systems as needed.
• Maintains lab work surfaces and lab space.
• Recognizes system processing anomalies and erroneous results and communicates findings as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (BS/BA) from a four-year college or university; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Life Sciences or another scientific/technical field preferred.
• MLT (ASCP) or MT (ASCP) certification required.
• Experience in a medical testing laboratory with automatic testing systems desired but not required.
• Strong understanding of document management principles and best practices.