Materials Scientist – Medical Devices & Tech Feasibility

Terumo Neuro; Aliso Viejo (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Terumo Neuro in California is seeking a Scientist II, Technology Solutions (D-TECT) to support technology applications for medical products by performing and documenting test methods, analyzing data, identifying equipment, and participating in qualification activities within a quality management system.

You will support feasibility studies, optimize chemical/biological processes, perform in vitro/ex vivo/benchtop testing, and prepare technical documents and reports.

Qualifications

• Must have strong written and verbal communication.
• Able to read and prepare technical documentation.
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams; knowledge of statistical software.

Responsibilities

• Support project teams to select and demonstrate feasibility of materials, processes, or technologies for medical products in feasibility and design control phases.
• Perform and optimize chemical/biological processes and utilize analytical techniques for characterization.
• Perform in vitro, ex vivo, and/or benchtop testing and analyze test data.
• Develop technical documents including test methods, test protocols, test reports, and work instructions per quality management system requirements.
• Qualify and maintain equipment and fixtures.
• Communicate with stakeholders as a technical/scientific SME.
• Explore new technologies with guidance from management.
• Contribute to generating IP and invention disclosures.
• May oversee junior staff and train Technicians and Specialists as needed.
• Achieve project goals with minimal to moderate supervision.

Skills

Strong written and verbal comms

Education

Bachelor’s degree in scientific/engineering/medical field

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Teams

Statistical software

Job description

Terumo Neuro in California is seeking a Scientist II, Technology Solutions (D-TECT) to support technology applications for medical products by performing and documenting test methods, analyzing data, identifying equipment, and participating in qualification activities within a quality management system.

You will support feasibility studies, optimize chemical/biological processes, perform in vitro/ex vivo/benchtop testing, and prepare technical documents and reports.