Product Development Scientist

Description

Kerecis seeks a Product Development Scientist to join a small but seasoned team of medical device professionals

responsible for the development and commercialization of the company’s next generation products across

its wound, burn and surgery market.

This full-time role is located in the Company's Minneapolis, Minnesota, facility and reports to the Senior VP of Research &

Product Development.

Responsibilities:

• Design, perform and report on laboratory experiments and product testing
• Perform and document laboratory experiments
• Analyze data collected in lab experiments using graphical and statistical methods
• Clearly and efficiently communicate research progress using presentation tools in weekly group meetings
• Maintenance, calibration and use of laboratory instruments in a safe and reproducible manner
• Demonstrate effective time management and efficiency through careful planning and multitasking
• Maintain the laboratories chemical inventory and order lab supplies as needed. Must be comfortable coordinating with vendors by phone and email.
• Miscellaneous lab support duties as needed
• Other tasks and responsibilities as assigned

Competencies:

• Flexibility and adaptability in response to rapidly changing priorities
• Demonstrated ability to lead technically driven projects
• Self-motivated problem-solver/trouble-shooter with a strong bias for action
• Ability to collaborate in a cross-functional and external environment
• Innovative thinker, creative, willing to challenge established thinking
• Strong work ethic to deliver high quality products on-time and within budget.
• Demonstrated leadership and self-motivation. Ability to motivate and guide others to meet objectives and drive actions to closure
• Experience using design of experiments, statistical analysis techniques, and data analysis tools
• Strong aptitude with Microsoft Office products, such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to interact with multidisciplinary colleagues in a team environment
• Proficient organizational, record keeping and communication skills (oral and written), with excellent presentation technique

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in a field of science (e.g., biology, biochemistry, chemistry)
• 3-5 years of experience in medical Product Development
• Work history in an FDA and/or ISO regulated development environment; specifically, 21 CFR 820 and ISO 13485
• Knowledge of FDA 510(k)/PMA/De Novo process is desirable
• Verification and Validation experience

Anticipated Travel: 10%

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. Kerecis is an equal opportunity employer.