Staff Technologist, Chemistry Laboratory
Edwards Lifesciences · Irvine, CA
ResearchFull-time$81k–$114kCompany career page
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Role summary
Edwards Lifesciences seeks a Staff Technologist to provide advanced analytical chemistry expertise in a regulated laboratory environment supporting medical device manufacturing and quality operations. The role involves leading laboratory testing, method validation, equipment qualification, and continuous improvement initiatives while mentoring technical staff.
What they're looking for
- Advanced proficiency in analytical chemistry testing methods and instrumentation
- Demonstrated expertise with laboratory equipment: titrators, HPLC, GC, FTIR, spectrophotometers, TOC analyzers
- Knowledge of raw materials, process solutions, chemical residuals, and material identification analysis
- Experience with method validation, verification, and analytical lifecycle management
- Ability to troubleshoot complex analytical systems and coordinate vendor support
- Strong written communication for technical reports, analyses, and documentation
- Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices, regulatory requirements, and data integrity standards
What you'll be doing
- Provide technical leadership for routine and non-routine analytical chemistry testing in regulated laboratory
- Perform analytical testing using established procedures and multiple instrument platforms
- Lead method development, validation, verification, and continuous improvement projects
- Coach and guide laboratory technicians on analytical methods and troubleshooting
- Support quality investigations, deviations, and out-of-specification result assessments
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