Development Scientist

Ethos Biosciences, Inc.•Logan Township, NJ

10h•$80,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated Development Scientist to join our innovative R&D team. In this role, you will play a pivotal role in advancing our medical device portfolio by leading chemistry testing initiatives, conducting rigorous studies on device performance and safety, and driving continuous improvement efforts in manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented problem-solver with a strong foundation in analytical chemistry and a passion for translating scientific insights into practical manufacturing enhancements. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge medical technologies that improve patient outcomes.

Requirements

Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field.
Minimum of 3-5 years of hands-on experience in analytical chemistry testing, preferably within the medical device or pharmaceutical industry.
Proven expertise in conducting studies for medical devices, including knowledge of relevant standards (e.g., ASTM, USP).
Experience with continuous improvement methodologies such as Six Sigma, Kaizen, or Lean Manufacturing.
Strong proficiency in analytical techniques, including HPLC, GC-MS, FTIR, and spectroscopy.
Excellent data analysis skills using tools like JMP, Minitab, or Python/R for statistical modeling.
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.

Nice To Haves

Certification in Quality Management Systems (e.g., ASQ Certified Quality Engineer).
Experience with regulatory submissions (e.g., 510(k), PMA) or international standards (e.g., EU MDR).
Familiarity with manufacturing software (e.g., ERP systems, process simulation tools).

Responsibilities

Chemistry Testing and Analysis: Design, execute, and validate chemical testing protocols for raw materials, intermediates, and finished medical devices to ensure compliance with regulatory standards (e.g., FDA, ISO 13485) and product specifications.
Medical Device Studies: Lead preclinical and analytical studies on medical devices, including biocompatibility assessments, stability testing, and performance evaluations under simulated physiological conditions. Analyze data to identify potential risks and optimization opportunities.
Continuous Improvement in Manufacturing: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify inefficiencies in production processes, implement lean manufacturing principles, and develop data-driven strategies for yield improvement, cost reduction, and quality enhancement.
Process Development and Validation: Support the scale-up of new processes from lab to production, including DOE (Design of Experiments) for optimization and IQ/OQ/PQ validation activities.
Documentation and Reporting: Prepare comprehensive technical reports, SOPs, and regulatory submissions. Present findings to internal stakeholders and external auditors, ensuring traceability and reproducibility of results.
Innovation and Problem-Solving: Stay abreast of emerging trends in medical device chemistry and manufacturing technologies; propose and prototype innovative solutions to address complex challenges.
Compliance and Safety: Adhere to Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and environmental health & safety standards in all activities.
Company-Wide Project Support: Flexibly contribute scientific expertise to any strategic or operational project across the organization as needed to accelerate company goals, including cross-departmental initiatives, new product ideation, troubleshooting urgent production issues, or supporting business development efforts.