Scientist I – 12-Month Contract | Northwest Minneapolis Metro | Onsite

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Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship now or at any point in the future. Candidates requiring sponsorship of any kind cannot be considered.

Corp-to-Corp (C2C) arrangements are not accepted for this role. W-2 only.

Job Purpose

A global medical device manufacturer is seeking a Scientist I to join their R&D team on a contract basis. This role is ideal for a motivated early-career scientist or engineer who thrives in a hands-on lab environment, enjoys solving complex technical problems, and is committed to producing high-quality work in support of product development initiatives.

Job Duties

• Stays current on relevant technologies and scientific literature within the functional area
• Supports evaluation and testing of new technologies and research targets
• Generates data in support of technical presentations, posters, and internal documentation
• Applies knowledge of IP boundaries and documentation requirements; may contribute to brainstorming sessions
• Develops understanding of experimental design and protocols (e.g., DOE); executes experiments under direction and completes routine tasks independently
• Applies basic data analysis; develops proficiency in more complex methods; identifies data anomalies and compares against historical benchmarks
• Summarizes experimental results and contributes to technical reports and lab notebook documentation
• Develops methods and processes under guidance from senior technical staff
• Participates in experimental execution as an extended team member
• Performs routine experimental techniques and processes per functional area requirements
• Orders supplies and submits sample requests per SOPs and senior staff direction
• May perform equipment maintenance and support IQ/OQ execution as needed
• Adheres to all EH&S procedures and general housekeeping SOPs
• Follows site and department-specific procedures for record keeping, log books, materials receiving, and inventory control
• Completes time records and allocates time accurately to projects
• May contribute to lab and infrastructure improvement initiatives

Quality System Requirements

• Demonstrates a primary commitment to patient safety and product quality in all actions, maintaining compliance with the Quality Policy and all documented quality processes
• Ensures appropriate resources are maintained to support Quality System compliance
• Promotes a work environment that supports the Quality Policy and Quality System

Required Qualifications

• BA/BS in Biology, Chemistry, or a related Engineering field
• 2+ years of medical device industry experience
• Self-motivated with a genuine passion for problem-solving
• Hands-on approach to method development
• Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly, both verbally and in writing
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a deadline-driven environment
• Strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat
• Experience with test documentation via lab notebooks or formal reports

Preferred Qualifications

• Test method development experience
• Knowledge of Minitab or equivalent statistical software
• Competency in Design of Experiments (DOE) methodology
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience analyzing and fulfilling documentation requirements
• Prior experience specifically testing medical devices