R&D Lab Technician
Galway
Contract
Key Responsibilities
Qualifications and Experience
HETAC Level 6 qualification or higher.
- Completes testing according to written procedures as required for Structural Heart Projects, including feasibility, V&V and submission testing.
- Ensures all Datasheets/Documentation are completed and reviewed in a timely manner with an emphasis on Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
- Takes ownership of the lab area and actively requests customers use the lab as intended, following Good Lab Practices requirements (GLP).
- Conducts themselves in a professional manner with an appreciation of our Behavioural Standards.
- Good interpersonal skills and organisational skills.
- Ensure all training is completed as per Laboratory Training Program and myLearning.
- Ensure training records are current and in compliance with applicable regulations.
- Ensures NCEPs, laboratory investigations, equipment issues and out of specification results are reported to Laboratory Management and relevant Engineer(s).
- Assist R&D/DA/PD in solving quality-related problems.
- Complete verification of instruments and equipment where required.
- Maintain calibrated lab equipment and complete introduction of new lab equipment (Class A).
- Assist in writing and updating Procedures and Work Instructions.
- Responsible for maintaining clean and organised workspaces when conducting testing or any other lab activities.
- Compliant to the requirements of governing lab tissue controls.
- Completes assigned activities associated with Lab Systems, NCEPs, Calibrations, PEMACs etc.
- Communicates any concerns about work process regarding environmental impact, health or safety issues to their Manager/Supervisor.
- Perform and assist with additional duties as may be directed by the Supervisor.
- Maintains the lab area and ensures it is kept clean and organised.
Qualifications and Experience
HETAC Level 6 qualification or higher.
- Experience with medical device test methods in the areas of tensile testing, corrosion testing and reliability/durability testing is preferred.
- Excellent technical capabilities, communication skills, teamwork abilities and initiative.
- Proven ability to work well both as part of a team but also able to work on own with minimum supervision.
- Prior experience required working as a technician in a test lab environment.
- Excellent attention to detail, flexible to take on new tasks based on customer needs and prioritizes work to meet required timelines.
- Ability to learn new tasks / processes and can work on own initiative.