Associate Principal Scientist/Engineer, Medical Device and Combination Products, ISO/DV Testing Manager

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Work type
On-site
Location
West Point, PA
Salary
$142,400–$224,100 / yr
Posted
8 days ago
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Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
Sep 30, 2026 (soon)

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TL;DR · Associate Principal Scientist/Engineer, Medical Device and Combination Products, ISO/DV Testing Manager

Associate Principal Scientist/Engineer, Medical Device and Combination Products, ISO/DV Testing Manager joins the Center for Packaging & Device Analytics to manage design verification testing activities within internal and external laboratories. This role involves overseeing method validation, technical coaching of analysts, and ensuring compliance with cGMP, ISO 13485, and safety standards. The individual will drive test method development and implement new analytical technologies to support commercial products like auto-injectors and pre-filled syringes. Key responsibilities include managing project timelines, coordinating with program leads, and overseeing mechanical testing, container closure integrity, and dimensioning. Required expertise includes experience in medical device development, design controls, and various testing methods such as tensile/compression/torsional testing and optical or x-ray microscopy. The role requires a background in engineering or chemistry to solve complex problems related to the physical science of drug-delivery medical devices.

What you'll do

  • Manage and oversee design verification testing activities for medical device combination products.
  • Provide technical oversight for the development, validation, and implementation of analytical methods at internal and external laboratories.
  • Ensure all laboratory operations comply with safety, environmental, cGMP, and ISO 13485 standards.
  • Drive the development of new instrumentation and analytical technologies to support current and future product testing.
  • Provide technical coaching and leadership to analysts within the designated laboratory environment.
  • Execute mechanical testing including tensile/compression/torsional testing and container closure integrity testing.
  • Develop test methods, validation protocols, and investigation support for drug-delivery medical devices.

What we're looking for

  • BS, MS, or PhD in Mechanical, Chemical, Biomedical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline like Chemistry.
  • Minimum of 3 years experience with a PhD, or 6 years with a BS or MS, in an industry role centered on analytical testing.
  • Experience working within a cGMP or ISO 13485 certified analytical laboratory.
  • Strong knowledge and experience with regulatory compliance principles including GMPs, GDPs, and quality assurance practices for analytical testing.
  • Demonstrated competency with mechanical testing (preferred).
  • Experience as a manager or supervisor of staff within a cGMP or ISO 13485 certified analytical laboratory (preferred).
  • Expertise in medical device development, Design Controls (21 CFR 820.30), and related industry standards (preferred).
  • Hands-on experience in MDCP method development, Device Characterization, and Design Verification (preferred).

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