Laboratory Technologist

LivaNova; Arvada (CO); On-site; USD 35,817 - 42,705; Full time

Job summary

LivaNova, a global medtech company, is seeking a Laboratory Technologist to support testing and evaluation of medical devices within a GLP-compliant lab environment in Colorado. The role involves hands-on testing, instrument maintenance, and rigorous documentation to support product development and quality assurance.

Responsibilities include broad device evaluations, blood-based testing with bovine blood, data analysis, and preparing reports for Eng, R&D, and QA.

Qualifications

• Hands-on lab experience in medical device or GLP environments.
• Familiar with blood handling and laboratory testing equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and with cross-functional teams.
• Proficient in lab software and data analysis tools.
• Scientific writing for reports and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Execute device evaluations including testing and environmental studies.
• Perform blood-based testing using bovine blood to model conditions.
• Maintain GLP-compliant documentation and QMS records.
• Perform routine maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Develop and validate test methods for medical devices.
• Prepare data summaries and reports for Eng, R&D, and QA.

Skills

Lab experience

Blood handling

Attention to detail

Independent work

Lab software

Scientific writing

Education

Biology degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Laboratory software

Job description

As a global medtech company, we are driven by our Vision of changing the trajectory of lives for a new day and our Mission to create ingenious solutions that ignite patient turnarounds. Our relentless commitment to patients and strong legacy of innovation in healthcare are the foundation of our future. If you're looking for a new chance, a new beginning, a new trajectory, LivaNova is where your talent can truly thrive. Join our talented team members worldwide to become a pioneer of tomorrow—because at LivaNova, we don’t just treat conditions — we aspire to alter the course of lives.

Position Summary

The Laboratory Technologist position supports testing and evaluation of medical devices within a regulated, GLP-compliant laboratory environment. This role performs hands-on testing, maintains laboratory instrumentation and ensures high-quality documentation to support product development, verification/validation, and ongoing quality assurance activities.

General Responsibilities

• Execute a broad range of device evaluations, including characteristic testing, performance assessments, packaging integrity testing, and environmental conditioning studies.
• Perform blood-based testing using bovine blood to model clinically relevant conditions.
• Perform all laboratory work in accordance with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) standards.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and legible documentation of all testing activities, observations, and results.
• Update and revise laboratory documentation within the Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure compliance and continuous improvement.
• Perform routine maintenance, cleaning, and operational checks on laboratory equipment and analytical instruments.
• Maintain laboratory supplies to support uninterrupted testing operations.
• Record, analyze, and interpret test data using relevant equipment software, spreadsheets, and statistical tools.
• Prepare data summaries and reports to support Engineering, R&D, and Quality teams.
• Develop and validate laboratory test methods aligned with medical standards and device requirements.

Skills And Experience

• Hands-on laboratory experience preferred, especially in medical device, biomedical, or GLP environments.
• Familiarity with blood handling and laboratory testing equipment.
• Strong attention to detail, documentation accuracy, and adherence to regulated processes.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
• Proficiency with laboratory software, data analysis tools, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Scientific and technical writing skills with the ability to develop high-quality reports, procedures, specifications, and presentations.

Education

BA/BS in Biology or related scientific field OR 3+ years of laboratory experience

Pay Transparency: $26.00-$31.00/hr based on experience + annual bonus incentive

Travel Requirements

None

Physical Requirements: (if applicable)

• Ability to perform light physical work, including standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Must possess sufficient manual dexterity to handle equipment and materials safely and effectively and be able to work in a laboratory environment while complying with all safety requirements.

Valuing Different Backgrounds

LivaNova values equality and diversity. We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment process is fair, transparent and free from unlawful discrimination. Our selection process is driven by the key demands/requirements for the role rather than bias or discrimination on the basis of a candidate’s sex, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, non-job-related disability/handicap or medical condition, family status, sexual orientation, religion, color, ethnicity, race or any other legally protected classification.