Senior Scientist
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14 hours ago
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Job Summary
At STERIS we help our Customers create a healthier and safer world by providing innovative healthcare and life science product and service solutions around the globe.
Position Summary
The Senior Scientist will provide technical lead development and expertise in Chemistry at the level of a subject matter expert of SPD and Gastrointestinal (GI) equipments. The individual will be responsible for STERIS scientific technologies cleaning Thermometry rinsing biocompatibility chemical compatibility and disinfection science. The individual will coordinate the overall execution and design control of R&D projects in line with regulatory standards. The individual will support a technical roadmap that will directly contribute to the continued success of STERIS product line.
What Youll Do As a Senior Scientist
- Demonstrates excellent understanding of STERIS scientific technologies cleaning Thermometry rinsing biofilm biocompatibility chemical compatibility and disinfection science
- Manage projects or sections of projects and may provide directions to assigned staff and/or the project
- Designs develops and carries out test plans for assigned projects with minimal management input. Independently perform standard analyses on samples. Presents results to management.
- Develops and validates methods using different analytical instruments (e.g. HPLC UHPLC TOC Florescence GC ) using state of the art research for cleaning rinsing disinfection biofilm sterilization and microbiology.
- Adapts and creates test methods in line with project needs. Suggests and leads ways and methods/techniques to improve the quality of products and services offered as well as the execution of operations.
- Lead test plans test protocols and test reports. Conducts experiments and document them per SOP and in line with project needs and goals
- Performs analysis and resolves issues using critical thinking skills and problem-solving techniques
- Refining current techniques troubleshooting problems and documenting processes procedures and results
- Participates on and/or leads cross functional project teams and maintains good working relationships within STERIS Corporation.
- Develops concepts that can be patented. Writes and publishes technical articles
- Presents findings or products at scientific meetings and conferences
- Assure efficient laboratory operation through acquisition and inventory control of consumables lab supplies and chemicals
- Analyzes regulatory requirements and translates them into project plans.
- Maintains the Research Notebook recording detailed information on activities undertaken existing conditions and observed results.
- Displays excellent laboratory skills and an advanced understanding of relevant scientific principles theories
- Performs troubleshooting advanced maintenance and calibration on analytical instrumentation.
- Perform all work in a safe and environmentally conscious manner
The Experience Abilities & Skills Needed:
- Bachelors degree in Biochemistry or Chemistry is required.
- Requires 8 years of progressive laboratory and/or project management experience.
- Practical working knowledge of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).
- Demonstrated experience working successfully in a team environment.
- Experience in product development project leadership is desired.
- Experience with medical device cleaning and disinfection and/or experiences in working in a highly-regulated industry which require formalized plans and risk management.
- Knowledge of regulatory agency guidelines/ standards such as FDA/EPA related to medical device is desired
- Demonstrated ability to apply statistical analysis techniques.
- Basic knowledge of project management (like timeline tools etc)
- Advanced degree in applicable area is typically expected ( or Ph.D)
- Fluent in French English language level: Advanced
What STERIS Offers
A well-established global company that will invest in your long-term career growth. STERIS would not be where it is today without our incredible and talented people. Thats why we share our success together by rewarding you for your hard work. Hiring people who are in it for the long haul with STERIS is our ultimate goal.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Competitive compensation
- Annual merit-based salary increase and bonus plan
- Laptop for many positions
- Flexible work schedule including a telework policy
- An excellent group insurance plan including vision dental telemedicine assistance program and many other coverages
- RRSP program with employer contribution
- Paid time off starting on your first day
- Training program and tuition reimbursement policy
- Opportunities for advancement
This position requires knowledge of English due to the nature of the
duties involved including regular communications outside the province of Quebec
training email communications and frequent meetings and interactions with English-
only employees. The employer has taken all reasonable steps to avoid imposing this
language requirement in accordance with the Charter of the French Language.
STERIS is a leading global provider of products and services that support patient care with an emphasis on infection prevention. WE HELP OUR CUSTOMERS CREATE A HEALTHIER AND SAFER WORLD by providing innovative healthcare and life sciences products and services around the globe. For more information visit .
STERIS strives to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- Mammalian Cell Culture
- Biochemistry
- Assays
- Protein Purification
- Research Experience
- Next Generation Sequencing
- Research & Development
- cGMP
- Cell Culture
- Molecular Biology
- Flow Cytometry
About Company
STERIS is a leading provider of infection prevention and other procedural products and services. Learn more here.
