Laboratory Technician, Biocompatibility Testing (Animal Studies)

Edwards Lifesciences • Irvine, CA

5d • $44,000 - $63,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Laboratory Technician conducts in vitro and in vivo laboratory testing services in the Edwards Quality Laboratory (EQL), providing safety and biocompatibility testing to evaluate Edwards medical devices. The work supports non-clinical studies and in-process assessments for manufacturing, new product development, and submissions to the FDA and other regulatory agencies. The role is onsite at the Irvine Corporate Campus and is performed in a laboratory environment.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in a related scientific field, such as Biology, Veterinary Science, Animal Science, or similar.
• At least one year of related experience with in vitro and in vivo biological testing and processes in an academic or industry setting, such as medical device, pharmaceutical, or biotechnology.
• Able to read, comprehend, write, and speak English.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with in vivo and in vitro laboratory test methods.
• Experience as a veterinary technician in biomedical research or private practice.
• Hands-on experience with small laboratory animals in a research, academic, biomedical, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical device setting, including animal handling, dosing or injections, blood collection, health assessments, husbandry, study support, and sample collection.
• Experience in a GLP/GDP laboratory environment supporting medical devices.
• Basic knowledge of AALAS, USDA, and DEA regulations.
• RVT (Registered Veterinary Technician) and/or LAT (Laboratory Animal Technician) certifications.
• Professional communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment with close supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine laboratory tests and assist with laboratory tasks under close supervision of the Laboratory Supervisor and Study Directors.
• Perform or assist with in vitro biology laboratory testing, including cytotoxicity, hemolysis, partial thromboplastin time, platelet and leukocyte counts, complement activation, and genotoxicity assays.
• Perform in vivo biological assays using small animals, including administration, health monitoring, and test sample collection in accordance with ISO 10993.
• Conduct in vivo tests including mouse systemic toxicity, rabbit intracutaneous reactivity, and guinea pig maximization tests.
• Collect, analyze, and process laboratory samples; prepare chemicals, reagents, and solutions.
• Calibrate and operate standard laboratory equipment maintained in an electronic system.
• Record results, organize data, and perform basic computations.
• Initiate and support laboratory investigations.
• Assist with equipment and test method validation activities under close supervision.
• Follow work instructions and SOPs, and record traceable information on device history records.
• Perform other incidental duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries.
• Performance-based incentives.
• A wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of employees and their families.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree