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NAMSA Pioneering Medical Device MaterialsNAMSA pioneered the industry and was the first independent company in the world to focus solely on medical device materials for safety. NAMSA started testing medical devices before the U.S. Food and Drug Administration started regulating such products in 1976.We are shaping the industry. NAMSA has been a key contributor to the development of the test methods that govern our industry. We have become the industry's premier provider. We provide support for clients during every step of the product development lifecycle and beyond.Come and work for an organization with the:Vision to inspire innovative MedTech solutions that advance global healthcare, improve patient lives and accelerate client successMission to deliver best-in-class global MedTech development solutions through our people, expertise and technology by adhering to our coreValues:Act with integrity in everything we do.Provide best-in-class customer experiences.Develop superior talent and deliver expertise.Respond with agility and provide timely results.Embrace collaboration, diverse perspectives and ideas.Compensation Target: $90,000.00Job Description:• Responsible for the planning, organizing, and ongoing operations of the sample preparation department, including supply, staff and space needs.• Coordinates department activities based on client study designs and expected completion timelines.• Directly supervises the sample preparation staff, including training, planning, assigning and directing work, evaluating performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints and resolving problems. Participates in hiring and termination process.• Trains technicians in sample preparation, formulation, and extraction of prepared samples in support of in vitro and in vivo biocompatibility assays, pharmacology and toxicology procedures. Also, trains technicians in general laboratory procedures, study article receipt, proper documentation, daily department processes, maintenance duties, and safety precautions. Coordinates training schedule and maintains employee training records.• Acts as technical lead for sample preparation activities, including medical device preparation, test specifications, raw materials, and protocol generation. May advise clients on routine technical issues.• Maintains accurate records and inventories related to department supplies and related equipment and coordinates with purchasing to ensure adequate inventory and supply levels. Controls expenses by submitting budget information and scheduling expenditures.• Maintains deviation and other appropriate departmental metrics. Reviews and assists technicians with corrective actions and other deviation-related documentation.• Reviews, updates and develops departmental SOPs and other technical documents to reflect current policies and practices and to ensure compliance with standards and regulations.• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.Qualifications & Technical Competencies:• Requires a Bachelor's degree in Microbiology/Biology, Chemistry or related scientific discipline.• Requires 5 years related laboratory experience and at least 1 year in a leadership role.Salary Range: $80-100k annuallyWorking Conditions:• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.• Physical activities include sitting for periods of time and occasionally standing and walking.• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.• Extensive use of computer keyboard.The compensation grade range for this position is: $68,800.00 - $133,700.00 AnnualPlease Note: Individual base pay depends on various factors, in addition to primary work location, such as complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills.NAMSA is an equal employment opportunity company.NAMSA participates in pre-employment background and drug screen processes aligned to local, state and federal laws.
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minneapolis, MN, 55401, US
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