What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lab Technologist - In Vivo position at NAMSA and Careers?
NAMSA 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 success and the
Mission to deliver best-in-class global MedTech development solutions through our people, expertise and technology by adhering to our core
Values:
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.
Job Description:
- Prepare all testing/test article and animals according to written instructions and protocols.
- Review pour/decant data for accuracy.
- Execute routine testing per NAMSA SOPs, with appropriate data analysis.
- Communicate test schedule updates to NAMSA management as needed.
- Prepare and maintain reagents and/or test articles as required for testing.
- Maintain ancillary records (log books, worksheets).
- Maintain relevant supplies and equipment used in routine testing.
- Performs routine calculations, interprets results, and can route all positive results or unusual testing occurrences to management.
- Conduct daily health observations.
- Administer the test article or extract according to written instructions and protocols.
- May assist in the training of new associates.
- May be required to conduct necropsies.
- Provide suitable care for the welfare of the animals according to written instructions and protocols.
- Responsible for checking laboratory equipment.
- May be required to order laboratory supplies.
- May execute FDA ASCA testing per NAMSA SOPs
- Interact with client/regulatory auditors.
Qualifications & Technical Competencies:
- May prepare all testing/test article and animals according to written instructions and
- May execute routine testing per NAMSA SOPs, with appropriate data analysis.
- May communicate test schedule updates to NAMSA management as needed.
- May prepare and maintain reagents and/or test articles as required for testing.
- Maintain ancillary records (log books, worksheets).
- Maintain relevant supplies and equipment used in routine testing.
- Routes all positive results or unusual testing occurrences to management.
- May be required to conduct daily health observations.
- May be required to administer the test article or extract according to written instructions
- May be required to conduct necropsies.
- May be required to provide suitable care for the welfare of the animals according to written
- May be responsible for checking laboratory equipment, being on-call and respond to continuous
Standard Operating Procedures.
Qualifications and Skills
Bachelor’s degree in scientific discipline or a high school diploma with at least 3 years of
relevant laboratory experience.
- Awareness of applicable guidelines and regulations appropriate for primary department, these
- Knowledge of metric system, scientific applications, experimental design, and data evaluation.
- Ability to work in a GLP/GMP environment.
- Working knowledge of applicable NAMSA systems (LIMS, Trackwise, MasterControl, etc.) as
- Physical activities include standing, walking, sitting, using hands to finger, handle, or
- Vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to
- Physical requirements include frequently lifting up to 25 pounds or more on occasion.
- Employee must be able to talk and hear.
Working Conditions:
- Physical activities include walking, sitting and standing for prolonged periods.
- Extensive use of computer keyboard and mouse.
- Vision abilities include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
- Physical requirements include frequently lifting up to 25 pounds or more and to climb a four foot ladder if necessary.
- Must be able to talk and hear.
NAMSA is an equal employment opportunity company.
NAMSA participates in pre-employment background and drug screen processes aligned to local, state and federal laws.