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This position in Eagan, MN will execute operationally on customer projects, and will support performing testing, method development, technical assessments and overall process improvement.</p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>Responsibilities</h2>\n<ul>\n <li>Performs, evaluates and interprets a wide range of microbiological assays including basic analytical titrations in accordance with SOP and protocols</li>\n <li>Performs, evaluates and interprets a wide range of cleaning, disinfecting and sterilization assays</li>\n <li>Assists with the development of and performs, evaluates and interprets Research and Development (R&D) projects</li>\n <li>Assists in implementing new methodologies</li>\n <li>Aids in report (data) generation</li>\n <li>Performs microorganism propagation, stock culture maintenance, daily culture transfers and organism preparations using aseptic technique</li>\n <li>Responsible for generating and maintaining strict documentation of raw data to ensure a high level of scientific integrity in accordance with regulatory requirements</li>\n <li>Cross functionally supports the biological testing production laboratory with cytotoxicity, bioburden, and endotoxin testing</li>\n <li>Responsible for the documentation and maintenance of applicable training records</li>\n <li>Assists with the monitoring, cleaning and decontaminating of laboratory equipment on a routine basis</li>\n <li>Assists with the review of paperwork generated by the Medical Device Laboratory as necessary</li>\n <li>Assists with developing and refining new and existing Standard Operating Procedures and forms</li>\n <li> Provides information to supervisors and co-workers by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person</li>\n <li>Responsible for communicating laboratory issues and trends to the lab manager and to peers when these issues are discovered</li>\n <li> Responsible for assisting with the completion of all daily laboratory tasks scheduled directly or indirectly to the employee</li>\n <li>Assist the laboratory manager in developing or training new or existing laboratory employees</li>\n</ul>\n<h2>Skills / Qualifications</h2>\n<ul>\n <li>Bachelor’s degree in biological science or related field required</li>\n <li>Three to five years of applicable experience in a microbiology or related lab is required</li>\n <li>Prior experience with reusable medical devices preferred in the areas of cleanliness, disinfection, sterilization, etc....</li>\n <li>Study Director experience preferred</li>\n <li>Able to become current and stay current with EPA and FDA Good Laboratory Practice Regulations (40 CFR Part 160 and 21 CFR Part 58)</li>\n <li>Thorough understanding of scientific studies in order to problem-solve, develop new test methods</li>\n <li>Able to understand published methodology to adapt existing test methods, develop new test methods and ensure accuracy</li>\n <li>Thorough understanding of governing regulations and pertinent scientific literature to ensure compliance</li>\n <li>Knowledge of the principles of classical microbiology, including bacteriology, mycology, and microscopy</li>\n <li>Knowledge of general analytical procedures including chemical titrations</li>\n <li>Knowledge of laboratory techniques, equipment apparatus and terminology</li>\n</ul>\n<h2>Company Overview</h2>\n<p>Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to ‘Make tomorrow safer than today’.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization.</p>\n<h2>Diversity Statement</h2>\n<p>At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. 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