Scientist I – Medical Device Testing & Method Development
Location: Maple Grove, MN 55369
Job Type: Year Long Contract with opportunity to extend
Pay Rate: $39.00 an hour or about $79,000 a year
Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Sponsorship is not available for this role.
Position Overview
We are seeking a motivated Scientist I to support testing, method development, and experimental execution within a medical device research and development environment. This role is ideal for an early-career scientist or engineer with hands-on laboratory experience, strong documentation skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, timeline-driven setting.
The Scientist I will apply scientific and engineering principles to conduct experiments, analyze data, support technical documentation, and contribute to research initiatives. The ideal candidate will have prior medical device industry experience and a passion for problem-solving and laboratory-based development work.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute laboratory experiments, testing activities, and routine experimental techniques within the functional area
- Support development and evaluation of new technologies, methods, and research targets
- Perform data analysis and compare results against historical trends and expectations
- Generate technical documentation including lab notebooks, reports, presentations, and supporting materials
- Contribute to technical reports, posters, and internal project documentation
- Assist with test method development and experimental protocol execution under guidance from senior staff
- Apply basic statistical analysis and identify data inconsistencies or issues
- Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with SOPs and quality requirements
- Participate in cross-functional project teams to support experimental execution and project timelines
- Order laboratory supplies and coordinate sample requests as needed
- Perform equipment maintenance activities and assist with IQ/OQ documentation when required
- Ensure compliance with EH&S procedures, quality standards, housekeeping requirements, and inventory control processes
- Remain current on relevant scientific literature and technologies within the functional area
Quality & Compliance Responsibilities
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to patient safety and product quality
- Maintain compliance with all quality systems, procedures, and documentation requirements
- Follow site-specific procedures related to record keeping, materials handling, and laboratory operations
- Accurately complete time tracking and project allocation reporting
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, or a related scientific field
- 2+ years of experience within the medical device industry
- Hands-on laboratory experience with testing and/or method development
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, timeline-driven environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Experience with laboratory documentation, lab notebooks, and technical reports
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat
- Self-motivated team player with strong interpersonal skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Test method development experience
- Experience testing medical devices
- Knowledge of Minitab and statistical analysis software
- Familiarity with Design of Experiments (DOE) methodologies and tools such as Design-Expert
- Experience supporting documentation and compliance requirements in regulated environments
- Strong scientific data analysis capabilities
