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Entry Level Jobs

Description:
Tissue Processing, Case Set-up, In-take of cases following approved Standard Operating Procedures, reviewing test requisitions to gather pertinent details for the cases that would be set-up and processed through the laboratory workflow operations.
Education:
Bachelor’s degree, 2 to 5 years of laboratory experience
Salary Range:
31,000 - 50,000
Work Environment:
This job is found in the Diagnostic industry.
Description:
Description: Tissue Processing, Case Set-up, In-take of cases following approved Standard Operating Procedures, reviewing test requisitions to gather pertinent details for the cases that would be set-up and processed through the laboratory workflow operations.
Education:
Bachelor’s degree, 2 to 5 years of laboratory experience
Salary Range:
31,000 - 50,000
Work Environment:
This job is found in the Diagnostic industry.
Description:
Designs, develops, tests, and supervises electrical equipment and components.
Education:
BS in electrical engineering and 0-2 years of related experience
Salary Range:
20,000 - 80,000
Work Environment:
This job is found in the Diagnostic industry.
Description:
Design and develop medical devices including mechanical designs, product testing and manufacturing processes. Define technical solutions for product development, concept layouts and prints using CAD software. Create necessary product documentation to assure FDA compliance and support submissions.
Education:
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
Salary Range:
51,000 - 80,000
Work Environment:
This job is found in the Diagnostic industry.
Description:
Performs research laboratory tasks and experiments under the supervision of other laboratory staff; makes and records detailed observations, analyzes data and interprets results, maintains laboratory equipment, performs inventory.
Education:
High school diploma/equivalent, preferably biotechnology certificate or AS and 1-2 years related laboratory experience
Salary Range:
20,000 - 40,000
Work Environment:
This job is found in the Diagnostic industry.
Description:
Performs research laboratory tasks and experiments under the supervision of other laboratory staff; makes and records detailed observations, analyzes data and interprets results, maintains laboratory equipment, performs inventory
Education:
High school diploma/equivalent no experience necessary
Salary Range:
20,000 - 40,000
Work Environment:
This job is found in the Pharmaceutical industry.
Description:
Develops new processes and implement new products and a variety of applications. Estimates product cost and analyzes capital equipment, capacity, and capability requirements affecting the make versus buy decision.
Education:
B.S. in mechanical, industrial engineering, or other equivalent engineering science
Salary Range:
51,000 - 80,000
Work Environment:
This job is found in the Diagnostic industry.
Description:
Provides advanced technical support toward the accomplishment of research and product development. Coordinates and executes research and testing projects characterizing the mechanical and biological properties of materials and products.
Education:
BS in biomedical or biomaterials engineering required, 2-4 years of experience or MS with 0-2 years experience
Salary Range:
51,000 - 101,000+
Work Environment:
This job is found in the Pharmaceutical industry.
Description:
Performs laboratory experiments and tests in accordance with Good Laboratory Practice; works under the supervision of the Research Associate; makes detailed observations, analyzes data and interprets results
Education:
BS/equivalent in the associated disciplines for each specific type of assistant specific degrees, i.e. electrical, mechanical, engineering, software BS’s.
Salary Range:
20,000 - 40,000
Work Environment:
This job is found in the Medical Device industry.
Description:
Performs laboratory experiments and tests in accordance with Good Laboratory Practice; works under the supervision of the Research Associate; makes detailed observations, analyzes data and interprets results
Education:
AS degree required and no experience
Salary Range:
20,000 - 50,000
Work Environment:
This job is found in the Pharmaceutical industry.
Description:
Makes detailed observations, analyzes data, interprets results; prepares technical reports, summaries, protocols and quantitative analyses; maintains familiarity with current scientific literature; investigates and creates new methods and technologies for project advancement; may act as principle investigator, contributes to journals or participates in conferences.
Education:
BS in related scientific discipline and 2-5 years related laboratory experience or MS and 0-2 years experience
Salary Range:
20,000 - 40,000
Work Environment:
This job is found in the Diagnostic industry.
Description:
Collaborates with co-workers on research and development; makes detailed observations, analyzes data, interprets results; prepares technical reports, summaries, protocols and quantitative analyses; maintains familiarity with current scientific literature; investigates and creates new methods and technologies for project advancement.
Education:
AS and 2-5 years related laboratory experience or BS and 0-2 years experience
Salary Range:
31,000 - 60,000
Work Environment:
This job is found in the Pharmaceutical industry.
Description:
Provides advanced technical support toward the accomplishment of research and product development. Coordinates and executes research and testing projects and products. Implements assigned research projects in a timely and efficient manner and to report their results to the responsible research manager.
Education:
M.S/ Ph.D. in biomedical or biomaterials engineering required, 5-7 years of experience
Salary Range:
71,000 - 100,000
Work Environment:
This job is found in the Medical Device industry.

Mid Level Jobs

Description:
Works within a team to initiate, design, develop, and execute scientific research projects; possesses potential or technical proficiency, scientific creativity, collaborative work, and independent thought.
Education:
Ph.D. in scientific discipline and 0-2 years experience or M.S. and 8-10 years experience in research environment
Salary Range:
31,000 - 90,000
Work Environment:
This job is found in the Pharmaceutical industry.
Description:
Assists in developing products that are consistent with our expectations for quality, safety, value and wholesomeness. This will require the ability to prepare many different products in the lab and plant accurately.
Education:
BS in related scientific discipline and 5-7 years related commercial development experience or MS and 0-2 years experience
Salary Range:
31,000 - 40,000
Work Environment:
This job is found in the Diagnostic industry.
Description:
Conduct research, build and/or update device models and other data for use in the formulation of research analysis, and prepare internal and external written reports, notes, and other documents to communicate development ideas, research, news events and opinions regarding device analysis
Education:
BS with 5-7 years experience or MS with 3-5 years experience
Salary Range:
20,000 - 40,000
Work Environment:
This job is found in the Medical Device industry.
Description:
Responsible for the research, design, development, modifications to, and enhancements of existing products and processes. New product scale-up, process optimization, technology transfer, and process validation.
Education:
BS Degree in science or equivalent and 5-7 years' related experience, MS degree in science or equivalent with 3-5 years experience or PhD with 0-2 years experience
Salary Range:
61,000 - 70,000
Work Environment:
This job is found in the Medical Device industry.
Description:
Conceptualization and planning of analyses, technical and client support within projects and observational studies, and supervising project research and programming staff. Substantive knowledge required in more than one of the following areas: health economics, pharmacoeconomics; patient reported outcomes (PROs); observational outcomes studies.
Education:
Graduate degree in scientific discipline. 3+ years of progressively responsible work experience in health outcomes or health services research.
Salary Range:
31,000 - 60,000
Work Environment:
This job is found in the Medical Device industry.
Description:
Provides advanced technical support toward the accomplishment of research and product development. Coordinates and executes research and testing projects and products. Implements assigned research projects in a timely and efficient manner and to report their results to the responsible research manager.
Education:
M.S/ Ph.D. in biomedical or biomaterials engineering required, 5-7 years of experience
Salary Range:
71,000 - 100,000
Work Environment:
This job is found in the Medical Device industry.
Description:
Developing and maintaining processes and systems to manage all administrative, compliance, and clinical aspects of research. Display technical expertise in research subject area
Education:
Requires BS with 8-9 years experience, MS with 5-7 years experience or PhD with 2-3 years experience
Salary Range:
31,000 - 90,000
Work Environment:
This job is found in the Medical Device industry.
Description:
Oversees, and develops clinical projects including component studies. Provides strategic input and development support for clinical plans, individual study protocols, and develops statistical plans. Performs preliminary and exploratory data analysis of completed clinical trials. Participates in the development of clinical operating guides, and maintains secure study files.
Education:
BS in related scientific discipline and 5-8 years related laboratory experience or MS and 2-5 years experience
Salary Range:
31,000 - 90,000
Work Environment:
This job is found in the Pharmaceutical industry.
Description:
Develop new ideas and scientific discoveries, which are generated into new materials and/or products for manufacture. They also develop and improve existing products.
Education:
MS Degree in science or engineering
Salary Range:
81,000 - 100,000
Work Environment:
This job is found in the Medical Device industry.
Description:
Manages and develops clinical projects including component studies. Provides strategic input and development support for clinical plans, individual study protocols, and develops statistical plans. Assists in the evaluation and integration of equipment, reagents, quality control, and other materials utilized within clinical chemistry. Reviews results of such evaluations with appropriate management prior to implementation.
Education:
PhD in a scientific discipline, and a minimum of 0-2 years related experience, may include post doctoral experience
Salary Range:
31,000 - 100,000
Work Environment:
This job is found in the Pharmaceutical industry.
Description:
Works within a team to initiate, design, develop, and execute scientific research projects; possesses potential for technical proficiency, scientific creativity, collaborative work, and independent thought
Education:
PhD in scientific disciplines and 0-2 years experience or MS and 6-8 years experience in research environment
Salary Range:
61,000 - 70,000
Work Environment:
This job is found in the Diagnostic industry.
Description:
Design and develop new pharmaceutical instruments. Partners with clients, marketing & sales, and surgeon groups to conceptualize and commercialize new IP. Function as a project leader to oversee entire product development initiatives through into manufacturing while partnering with quality, manufacturing engineering, and regulatory.
Education:
BS degree (engineering or biomedical) with 5-7 years experience. Advanced degree (MS or PhD) preferred with experience in R&D / Product Development
Salary Range:
61,000 - 101,000+
Work Environment:
This job is found in the Pharmaceutical industry.

Advanced Level Jobs

Description:
Responsible for the identification, development, evaluation, and/or implementation of new technologies and products that support business goals; identifies, defines, solves and/or prevents problems of a broad scope and high complexity.
Education:
BS or MS with at least 10-15 years experience, PhD in related discipline and 8-10 years experience preferred
Salary Range:
81,000 - 101,000+
Work Environment:
This job is found in the Diagnostic industry.
Description:
Responsible for the identification, development, evaluation, and/or implementation of new technologies and products that support business goals; recommends and defends the termination of candidates in a way that supports business goals; identifies, defines, solves and/or prevents problems of a broad scope and high complexity.
Education:
MD or PhD and 15+years of scientific experience
Salary Range:
101,000+
Work Environment:
This job is found in the Medical Device industry
Description:
Responsible for the identification, development, evaluation, and/or implementation of new technologies and products that support business goals; recommends and defends the termination of candidates in a way that supports business goals; identifies, defines, solves and/or prevents problems of a broad scope and high complexity.
Education:
MD or PhD and 15+years of scientific experience
Salary Range:
71,000 - 101,000+
Work Environment:
This job is found in the Pharmaceutical industry.
Description:
Lead a group of scientists tasked with delivering a portfolio of therapeutic and diagnostic research. Lead a group of scientists responsible for developing and performing assays. Identification and implementation of new technologies.
Education:
Requires MS and 10-15 years experience or PhD
Salary Range:
81,000 - 100,000
Work Environment:
This job is found in the Diagnostic industry.
Description:
Coordinates all project development activities for a given study with input from the Director. Timeline management to specification development, project validation and through to research completion.
Education:
MS Degree in scientific field with 10-15 years experience or PhD with 8-9 years experience
Salary Range:
81,000 - 100,000
Work Environment:
This job is found in the Medical Device industry.
Description:
Assists in the development of individual research and testing project plans. Knowledgeable of the capabilities and operation of sophisticated test methods in their area of expertise. Familiar with national and international testing standards related to work in their assigned laboratory.
Education:
MS Degree in scientific field with 8-9 years experience or PhD with 5-7 years experience
Salary Range:
71,000 - 90,000
Work Environment:
This job is found in the Medical Device industry.
Description:
Design and develop new pharmaceutical instruments. Partners with clients, marketing & sales, and surgeon groups to conceptualize and commercialize new product. Project leader that oversees entire product development initiatives through into manufacturing while partnering with quality, manufacturing engineering, and regulatory.
Education:
4 year degree (engineering or biomedical). Advanced degree preferred/5+ years in R&D / Product Development
Salary Range:
81,000 - 90,000
Work Environment:
This job is found in the Medical Device industry.
Description:
Initiates, directs, and executes scientific research and development critical to corporate strategies and image; investigates potential applications of scientific concepts to inventions, projects, and problems; plans and executes laboratory research; maintains knowledge of state-of-the-art scientific developments
Education:
Ph.D. in scientific discipline and 5-10 years experience or M.S. and 8-10 years experience in research environment with expert understanding of scientific principles and concepts
Salary Range:
41,000 - 101,000+
Work Environment:
This job is found in the Pharmaceutical industry.
Description:
Initiates, directs, and executes scientific research and development critical to corporate strategies and image; investigates potential applications of scientific concepts to inventions, projects, and problems; plans and executes laboratory research; maintains knowledge of and contributes to state-of-the-art scientific developments.
Education:
PhD in scientific discipline and 2-5 years experience or MS and 8-10 years experience in research environment
Salary Range:
71,000 - 90,000
Work Environment:
This job is found in the Diagnostic industry.