Scientist I VTLi Technical Operations at Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics Inc. in Mishawaka, Indiana

Job Description:

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The successful candidate will participate in a wide variety of technical assignments to support the manufacture of immunochemistry diagnostic tests for the cardiac market . The incumbent will be responsible for executing lab experiments and validation testing, conducting customer complaint investigations, and supporting trend analysis for routine production. Other duties include participation in root-cause analysis efforts for manufacturing problems and helping to identify and implement process/equipment improvements. This person must be highly competent in bench-scale solution preparation and willing to learn specialized testing techniques. Must also be able to prepare, analyze, and present coherent data for review and summarize results in a technical report. The medical device industry is highly regulated, and the candidate must be able to function and support the requirements of the regulations.



Major tasks and responsibilities:



• Assist with root-cause analysis and conduct customer complaint investigations.


• Support reagent manufacturing process trending for the VTLi product line.


• Participate in validation and verification activities to ensure project completion within expected parameters and time frame.


• Conduct experiments to identify process issues related to undesirable reagent manufacturing performance, and help identify resolutions for those issues.


• Conduct, analyze, and document experiments necessary to improve manufacturing process capability and reduce costs associated with immunoassay reagent production.


• Work with Product Support technical leaders to collect and analyze reagent and instrument performance data necessary for product/process improvements; customer complaint and problem investigations; and Marketing/Global Service and Support use.


• Able to design experiments, execute test protocols, and analyze/interpret their results.


• Apply principals of lean manufacturing and support continuous improvement activities to meet quality, cost and supply requirements.


• Must be able to verbally communicate clearly and directly with colleagues and provide well-written, coherent progress updates, validation documentation, study protocols, and technical reports.



Qualifications:



• Preferred Bachelors in Biochemistry; will consider degree in other science with a concentration in Biochemistry or Chemistry.


• Minimum 2 years' experience, preferably in a medical device or related industry


• Experience performing immunoassays or other diagnostic tests or analysis.


• Basic knowledge in protein chemistry.


• Some experience in root cause analysis and resolution of manufacturing issues.


• Working knowledge of basic statistics necessary to develop sampling plans and analyze data.


• Able to prepare and fully understand data analysis reports and testing protocols; able to utilize data collection applications in a laboratory setting.


• Must be well versed in Office Applications, especially Excel and Word.



Other characteristics of the successful candidate:



• Very organized, detail-oriented


• Highly self-motivated


• Able to work independently


• Good analytical, communication, writing, and problem-solving skills


• Effective and influential in his/her interactions in team-based assignments


• Able to work well with personnel from different departments, and experience levels


• Demonstrates good laboratory practices


At Siemens Healthineers, we value those who dedicate their energy and passion to a greater cause. Our people make us unique as an employer in the med-tech industry. What unites and motivates our global team is the inspiration of our common purpose: To innovate for healthcare, building on our remarkable legacy of pioneering ideas that translate into even better healthcare products and services. We recognize that taking ownership of our work allows both us and the company to grow. We offer you a flexible and dynamic environment and the space to move beyond your comfort zone to grow both personally and professionally.



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