Mechanical Testing – Associate Lab Scientist, Device

Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Mechanical Associate to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in supporting various laboratory functions, ensuring compliance with CGMP standards, and contributing to innovative research projects. This position is perfect for individuals who are passionate about biochemistry and cell biology, and who thrive in a collaborative laboratory environment.

· Execute and analyze studies to qualify test methods, demonstrate technological feasibility and characterize material and assembled device products, with a focus on mechanical testing (tests for hardness, material stress/strain characterization, and viscosity.)

· Execute test methods in support of device Process Development and Quality activities

· Report on project progress, provide data for reports

· Perform sufficient statistical analysis on acquired data.

· Maintain analytical lab instrumentation, manage lab reagents, ensure appropriate calibration is carried out.

· Ensure the accuracy and integrity of analytical data generated.

·Maintain excellent written documentation (e.g. lab notebook and test forms

· Troubleshoot, optimize, and trend assay performance

Education:

Required: BS in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or related field with 0-2 years experience in a regulated laboratory, or two year technical degree with a minimum of 4 years experience in a regulated laboratory, or no degree with a minimum of 6 years experience in a regulated laboratory, or equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the individual with the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Required:

* Hands-on experience with the following methods: mechanical material characterization (e.g. hardness, viscosity, stress/strain curves).

· Ability to follow verbal or written instructions for acquisition and analysis of analytical data.

* Excellent communication skills with the proven ability to work in a collaborative environment.

Preferred:

· Proven experience with analytical methodology.

** Experience with sample management or ELN/LIMS systems in the GMP environment.