What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lab Technician- In Vivo (BPU) position at NAMSA?
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:
NAMSA participates in pre-employment background and drug screen processes aligned to local, state and federal laws.
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.
- Primarily involved in various testing activities.
- Conduct study according to written instructions.
- May be responsible for extractions, test article and control preparation, animal holding and preparation and solution preparation.
- May be responsible for chain of custody, delivery of samples, filing and sample distribution/shipping.
- May perform bio-burden testing, general microbiology testing, and production and shipping of biological indicators.
- May provide on the job training.
- Accurately collects and records raw data in logbooks and on worksheets.
- Maintain clean workspace, testing supplies, and equipment
- May be responsible for checking laboratory equipment, being on-call and respond to continuous monitoring alarms. If needed, the associate will respond in accordance with criteria outlined in Standard Operating Procedures.
- May be required to operate autoclave
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- 2-5 years laboratory work experience preferred.
- Awareness of applicable guidelines and regulations including, but not limited to USP, ISO, CTFA, FSA.
- Knowledge of metric system, NAMSA GLP and/or GMP testing, scientific applications, experimental design, and data evaluation.
- Ability to work in GLP/GMP environment.
- Physical activities include standing, walking, sitting, using hands to finger, handle, feel or cut using various tools, and reaching with hands and arms.
- Vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
- Physical requirements include frequently lifting up to 25 pounds (12 kgs) or more on occasion.
- Employee must be able to talk and hear.
- May be required to be on-call for continual equipment monitoring. The associate will respond in accordance with criteria outlined in standard operating procedures.
NAMSA participates in pre-employment background and drug screen processes aligned to local, state and federal laws.