Product Support Scientist 1
About The Position
QuidelOrtho unites the strengths of Quidel Corporation and Ortho Clinical Diagnostics, creating a world-leading in vitro diagnostics company with award-winning expertise in immunoassay and molecular testing, clinical chemistry and transfusion medicine. We are more than 6,000 strong and do business in over 130 countries, providing answers with fast, accurate and consistent testing where and when they are needed most – home to hospital, lab to clinic. Our culture puts our team members first and prioritizes actions that support happiness, inspiration and engagement. We strive to build meaningful connections with each other as we believe that employee happiness and business success are linked. Join us in our mission to transform the power of diagnostics into a healthier future for all. At QuidelOrtho, we’re advancing the power of diagnostics for a healthier future for all. Join our mission as our next Product Support Scientist I. This position will participate in product and process validations, root cause investigations of product failure, and non-conformance investigations. Additionally, this position is responsible for maintaining laboratory equipment and performing support functions for the laboratory. This position will be onsite in Pompano Beach, FL.
Requirements
- Bachelor Degree or Associate Degree in Medical Technology or related sciences
- Minimum 2 years experience working in a clinical laboratory environment
- Demonstrate laboratory knowledge and skills related to theory, techniques, processes, procedures, equipment and materials necessary to perform the job effectively.
- Maintain working knowledge of cGMP requirements to ensure adherence to compliance policies and regulations.
- Wear the appropriate PPE when working in the laboratory and manufacturing environments.
- Proactively maintain a clean and safe work environment by performing sanitizing and housekeeping duties.
- Ability to demonstrate flexibility and adaptability; ability to prioritize within a changing business environment.
- Ability to effectively communicate; demonstrate a sense of urgency to complete work within a pre-defined timeline.
- Accepts personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work.
- Proficient in the use of lab equipment.
- Strong troubleshooting ability of the equipment.
- Basic office computer skills.
- This position is not currently eligible for visa sponsorship.
Nice To Haves
- MT or MLT or BB (ASCP) Certification; preferred
Responsibilities
- Provide support to Project Managers for conducting product validation projects.
- Execute protocols and provide testing analysis as required.
- Under direct supervision, plan, design, and perform diagnostic assay support activities towards root cause investigations of product failures and nonconformances, including customer complaint investigations.
- Participate in scientific meetings that may require presentation and analysis of technical findings.
- Includes working cross-departmentally with external QuidelOrtho locations.
- Suggest improvements to methodologies, processes, products, and systems related to specific projects.
- Maintain laboratory equipment and calibrations as assigned.
- Perform other work-related duties as assigned
Benefits
- medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- 401(k) plan
- employee assistance program
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- paid time off (including sick time)
- paid Holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
