Biocompatibility Scientist

Canyon Labs; Town of Rush (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Sick Time

Paid Holidays

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Long-term disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with company match up to 4%

Job summary

Canyon Labs in Rochester, NY is seeking a Scientist – Toxicology & Biocompatibility to manage in vitro studies and bring new testing in-house to expand our toxicology offerings.

You will develop and validate in vitro assays, prepare GMP/GLP protocols, supervise technicians, and maintain lab operations while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

The position requires a science degree and 3–5 years of relevant experience, with daily laboratory responsibilities and data interpretation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science with 3–5 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to read, understand and operate laboratory equipment.
• Experience with laboratory techniques.

Responsibilities

• Perform sample log-in, inspection, test status and billing.
• Conduct routine testing per work instructions and SOPs.
• Identify and determine the disposition of non-conforming product.
• Develop, qualify, and validate novel in vitro assays that align with regulatory requirements.
• Update reporting forms and other documentation to incorporate new testing and align with industry best practices.
• Prepare, review, and approve GMP and GLP protocols and reports.
• Review and approve data generated by other operations personnel.
• Provide basic interpretation of routine analytical data.
• Develop, validate and document new methods.
• Supervise or direct assigned technicians on a project basis.

Skills

Lab equipment operation

Laboratory techniques

Education

Bachelor's degree in science

Job description

Canyon Labs exists to raise the standard of services in the Medical Device and Pharmaceutical markets by providing streamlined and expert solutions in technical consulting, sterilization, analytical testing and packaging.

We are committed to ensuring that quality services are delivered by meeting or exceeding customer expectations, continuously improving the effectiveness of the quality system, and ensuring compliance with regulations, standards and directives.

Position Title: Scientist – Toxicology & Biocompatibility

Location: Onsite at Canyon Labs in Rochester, NY

Schedule: Monday – Friday 8:00AM – 5:00PM

Salary Range: $65,000.00 - $85,000.00

Job Overview:

This is a full-time position that splits primary responsibilities between managing in vitro studies and bringing new testing in-house to expand toxicology business offerings.

Primary Responsibilities:

The responsibilities with respect to performing tests and/or calibrations:

• Perform sample log-in, inspection, test status and billing
• Conduct routine testing as defined by work instructions and SOPs
• Support complex processes and procedures
• Document work and analyze data using basic statistical tests
• Identify and determine the disposition of non-conforming product
• Develop, qualify, and validate novel in vitro assays that align with near-term updates and changes to regulatory requirements
• Update reporting forms and other documentation to incorporate new testing and align with industry best practices

The responsibilities with respect to the planning of tests and evaluation of results:

• Prepare, review, and approve GMP and GLP protocols and reports
• Review and approve data generated by other operations personnel

The responsibilities for reporting opinions and interpretations:

• Provide basic interpretation of routine analytical data

The responsibilities with respect to method modification and development and validation of new methods:

• Develop, validate and document new methods
• Supervise or direct assigned technicians on a project basis
• May directly supervise one or more employees in Operations.
• Responsibilities may include assisting with interviewing, training employees, directing work and appraising performance.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Develop and write work instructions and SOPs
• Identify problems with routine processes as well as those outside of standard company training
• Provide and implement solutions to problems encountered
• Initiate and implement preventative and corrective actions
• Requisition and approve purchase of raw materials and supplies
• Perform tasks delegated by management with appropriate supervision
• Evaluate equipment and resource requirements
• Maintain laboratory including assigned equipment maintenance and calibrations
• All other tasks as assigned by management

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.) in science. With three to five years of prior experience. Ability to read, understand and operate laboratory equipment. Skill with laboratory techniques.

Canyon Labs offers several benefits as part of your total compensation, including but not limited to:

• Paid Time Off, Sick Time, and Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Long term disability insurance, life insurance
• 401(k) with company match up to 4%

At Canyon Labs, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable laws.