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Description
bioMérieux is a pioneering force in the medical microbiology device industry. Our cutting-edge technologies have been transforming healthcare and improving patient outcomes. The Associate Staff Scientist will play a critical role in the development and optimization of antimicrobial susceptibility tests. You will be responsible for designing, documenting, and executing experiments, analyzing data and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful product development, verification, validation and commercialization. You will also be expected to perform root cause analysis for issues that arise during data collection, development, and commercialization, as needed. You will work in cross-functional teams to ensure that the studies performed meet all necessary regulatory and quality standards for in vitro diagnostic (IVD) products. You will contribute to the advancement of our diagnostic platform portfolio, leveraging your expertise in microbiology and system integration and product development under Design Control.Primary Duties :
- Manage and participate in projects relating to the design and development of antimicrobial susceptibility testing assays and sample preparation methods for the optimization and production of novel antibiotic susceptibility tests, ensuring adherence to project timelines and milestones.
- Design and implement experiments to evaluate the performance and robustness of the diagnostic test including data collection for algorithm optimization, feasibility, assay optimization, verification and validation. Daily data monitoring and data analysis using statistical tools and interpreting results to drive decision-making and further system optimization.
- Collaborate with other teams and departments within Research and Development, Quality, Regulatory, Marketing, Operations and Supply Chain / Procurement to align product development efforts and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
- Prepare and review technical documentation including protocols, reports, and specifications to support product development and regulatory submissions and prepare presentations or white papers as needed by team or management to upper management.
- Identify technical challenges and proactively develop solutions to overcome obstacles in product development
- Perform other duties and projects related to lab and department operations as requested by management.
Minimum Qualifications :
10% Domestic travel required and potential for International TravelThe estimated salary range for this role based in California is between $120,000 - 134,600. This role is eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and individual performance per bioMerieux’s bonus program. This range may differ from ranges offered for similar positions elsewhere in the country given differences in cost of living. Actual compensation within this range is determined based on the successful candidate’s experience and will be presented in writing at the time of the offer.In addition, bioMérieux offers a competitive Total Rewards package that may include :
Salary : $120,000 - $134,600
