Associate Principal Scientist leading design controls for medical devices and combination products. Collaborating with cross-functional teams for product development from concept to commercialization.
Responsibilities
Lead/contribute to device development, design controls for the assigned projects.
Lead the implementation and/or ensure effective execution of the device development strategy and design controls for the assigned projects while adhering to management-approved strategic plans, corporate policies, and providing clear communication to cross-functional stakeholders, including external suppliers.
Proactively resolve project obstacles and challenges and communicate device development strategy and design controls approach within Device Development and with external suppliers.
Understand and apply regulatory / compliance requirements relative to design controls and risk management activities.
Lead the preparation of materials for program presentations for management review and regulatory submission.
Contribute to the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of design controls processes, procedures, and tools.
Enhance our Company’s professional image and competitive advantage through publications, presentations, patents, and professional activities.
Stay current with relevant regulations, technologies, standards, and effectively share this knowledge with others.
Requirements
B.A./B.S in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Industrial and System Engineering, or other types of engineering plus 10 years of related experience
Has broad knowledge of medical device development, design controls and risk management
Led and managed development of DHF (design history file) deliverables for medical devices
Recognized as a subject matter expert in at least one medical device development or design controls area
Knowledge of U.S. and global medical device and healthcare regulations, including FDA combination products cGMP, Quality System Regulation, FDA Human Factors guidance, ISO 14971, EN 62366, Council Directive 93/42/EEC, etc.
Proven track record of applying analytical skills in product design, development, and evaluation
Self-motivated and work independently
Proven ability to work with team members of diverse skill sets and backgrounds
Strong interpersonal skills and a strategic thinker; able to influence without formal authority; ability to influence and present ideas to senior leadership
Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, project management, and organizational skills
Willing to travel
Able to quickly pick up advanced domain knowledge
Able to multi-task continuously
Benefits
medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family)
retirement benefits, including 401(k)
paid holidays
vacation
compassionate and sick days
Job title
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