Microbiologist I

Careers That Change Lives

The Microbiologist I position will be responsible for performing in vitro biocompatibility testing in support of ISO 10993-1 compliant biological evaluations. The Microbiologist will also support quality assurance and data reporting for the In Vitro Laboratory.

This position will work individually and as part of a team to complete testing in a timely manner with a focus on excellent customer service.

A Day In The Life

Position

Responsibilities May Include The Following And Other

Duties May Be Assigned

Responsible for performing MEM Elution Cytotoxicity, In Vitro Irritation (RhE Model) testing, and/or other in vitro biocompatibility testing in support of ISO 10993-1 compliant biological evaluations.Accountable for specific test data and will train on specific lab tests.Responsible for data acquisition and reporting in Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).Performs testing to meet ISO, EN, USP, and ASTM standards for biocompatibility testing.Accountable for knowledge of Good Laboratory Practices, Good Manufacturing Practices, and Regulatory

requirements applicable to biocompatibility testing.Follows standard operating procedures and maintains technical knowledge of laboratory tasks.Supports GLP testing and laboratory audits (ISO 17025, FDA).All other

duties as assigned.

Basic

Qualifications

Expertise in Cell CultureExpertise in plate based assays (ELISAs, colorimetric, etc.)Expertise in LIMS systemWorking knowledge of ISO 17025 and 21 CFR part 58

Experience Operating Within Quality System

requirements of regulations applicable to the medical device industry or a CRO

Must Have: Minimum

Requirements

Bachelors degree required 0 years of

experience required

Nice To Have

Experience Working In A Glp Environmentstrong Problem Solving And Analytical

skillsExcellent written communication

skillsAble to function independently as well as in a team environment

About Medtronic

Together, we can change healthcare worldwide. At Medtronic, we push the limits of what technology, therapies and services can do to help alleviate pain, restore health and extend life. We challenge ourselves and each other to make tomorrow better than yesterday. It is what makes this an exciting and rewarding place to be.

We want to accelerate and advance our ability to create meaningful innovations - but we will only succeed with the right people on our team. Let’s work together to address universal healthcare needs and improve patients’ lives. Help us shape the future.

Physical Job

Requirements

The Physical Demands Described Within The

Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the

essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the

essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the

duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager, recruiter or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical

requirements that may be specific to each role. (ADA-United States of America)