Scientist

Overview

Develop and test biomaterial-based medical device prototypes, ensuring regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• laboratory operations
• technology transfer
• material characterization
• data analysis
• risk assessment
• customer engagement

Tasks

-Maintain laboratory operations, ensuring equipment calibration, safety compliance, and method updates. -Support technology transfer from R&D to manufacturing, which includes process documentation, validation support, and personnel training. -Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, Marketing, and Clinical, to align product development with business and clinical needs. -Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior staff on laboratory practices, data analysis, and project tasks. -Characterize materials and prototypes using analytical, biochemical, and mechanical testing methods. -Present findings and project updates to management, peers, and cross-functional stakeholders. -Perform risk assessments, troubleshoot technical issues, and propose solutions to enhance product performance or process robustness. -Engage with external consultants and customers to gather feedback and translate needs into product features.

Requirements

• lab techniques
• design controls
• glp/gmp
• data analysis
• cad
• ms/bs

What You Bring

-Proficiency in laboratory techniques for material characterization, tissue-derived biomaterials, or device testing. -Knowledge of Design Controls, GLP/GMP standards. -Experience with experimental design, data/statistical analysis, and technical problem-solving. -Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple studies and projects simultaneously. -Strong in laboratory research and development, particularly in medical devices, biomaterials, or regenerative technologies. -Excellent communication and presentation skills for effective cross-functional collaboration. -Familiarity with CAD or modeling software is an advantage. -MS with 1–2 years or BS with 3–5 years in Biomedical Science, Materials Science, Chemistry, or related field. -Experience in medical device research and development is preferred. -Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities efficiently.

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About Actalent

-Born in July 2021 by merging Aerotek’s engineering & sciences arm with EASi, Actalent emerged as a focused engineering-and-science partner. -Backed by Allegis Group, it drives scale and speed to market via contract, managed, and technical services. -Headquartered in Maryland with global reach, it deploys specialized teams across North America, Europe, and APAC on Fortune 500 projects. -Typical engagements span EV design, vaccine development, lab services, clinical research, and infrastructure systems. -Expertise covers a wide spectrum: aerospace, defense, healthcare, manufacturing, software systems, environmental and civil engineering.

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