Product Development Scientist

We are a in-vitro diagnostics company dedicated to improving the diagnosis of high-risk medical conditions through the identification and validation of protein biomarkers that can serve as the basis for novel in-vitro diagnostic tests. To support development and improvements to its novel biomarker products, we are seeking an innovative, results-oriented self-starter to join our product development team. The qualified candidate will apply his / her technical and leadership skills to lead the designing, planning, execution and documenting of the performance verification studies for our immunoassay products. This is a contract position with an expected duration of 6 months.

Responsibilities

Work hands-on with technical staff to design and execute performance verification activities, including

• Design of test methods
• Development of test plans
• Development and execution of formal verification study protocols
• Analysis and interpretation of results
• Documentation of test results through formal verification study reports
• Communicate data, conclusions, and technical plans / progress (both verbally and in writing) through written reports and interactive discussions

Requirements

• MS or BS in the physical sciences, life sciences, or engineering disciplines (e.g., physics, chemistry,chemical / biomedical engineering, biochemistry, or biology) with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience with immunoassay development and rapid assay platforms preferred.
• Hands-on experience with protein biochemistry techniques including SDS-PAGE, spectrophotometry, western blotting and etc. preferred.

• Proven ability to execute complex experiments, interpret experimental results and make sound conclusions independently.
• Proficiency in performing in-depth statistic data analysis using data analysis software such as MSExcel Analyse-it,
• Working experience with product development and controlled documentation processes in a regulated medical device industry. Knowledge or experience with FDA submission preferred.
• Must have good written and oral communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary organization to tight timelines.

About Aerotek:

We know that a company's success starts with its employees. We also know that an individual's success starts with the right career opportunity. As a Best of Staffing® Client and Talent leader, Aerotek's people-focused approach yields competitive advantage for our clients and rewarding careers for our contract employees. Since 1983, Aerotek has grown to become a leader in recruiting and staffing services. With more than 250 non-franchised offices, Aerotek's 8,000 internal employees serve more than 300,000 contract employees and 18,000 clients every year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in talent solutions. Learn more at Aerotek.com.

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