Scientist II

Fortive•Irvine, CA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Apply scientific knowledge to help design and develop safe, effective company products in compliance with new product development procedures. The successful candidate will execute experiments, analyze data, support quality and regulatory expectations, and collaborate cross-functionally to deliver timely and robust solutions.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline (e.g., chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology, biology, materials science, or engineering), or equivalent practical experience.
At least 2 years of relevant scientific, laboratory, or technical experience in regulated or quality-focused environments, or equivalent demonstrated competencies.
Strong understanding of, and ability to comply with, applicable laboratory and safety procedures (required).
Self-driven, with strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills, and able to work both independently and in a cross-functional team (required).
Effective oral and written communication skills (required).

Nice To Haves

A graduate degree is preferred.
Knowledge of sterilization, disinfection, and cleaning technologies for reprocessing medical devices (strongly preferred).
Experience in a GxP-regulated industry, with knowledge of QSR, FDA, and ISO guidelines (preferred).
Hands-on experience with sterilants, disinfectants, and medical washer-disinfectors or sterilizers, including validating or qualifying devices for reprocessing (preferred).
Working knowledge of medical device designs and material compatibility with high-level disinfectants or sterilants (preferred).
Proficiency with Minitab and Train-the-Trainer / Training Within Industry (TWI) experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

Perform experiments to support the development and assessment of new technologies, following applicable regulatory standards (e.g., FDA, ISO). This may include biological, chemical, and mechanical studies of materials, medical devices, cleaning agents, disinfectants, sterilants, and processing technologies.
Contribute to the design and direction of experiments by developing methodologies, and reviewing, analyzing, and interpreting data.
Execute research studies under supervision following established protocols, supporting product development from feasibility through final verification and validation.
Manage independent projects under the guidance of process leaders and project facilitators.
Organize and analyze data, prepare reports, and communicate experiment status and results to others.
Provide technical support, maintain laboratory readiness, and train personnel in scientific methods, equipment use, and procedures as needed.
Demonstrate strong documentation practices, adherence to regulatory and quality standards, and contribution to a culture of scientific integrity and operational excellence.
Communicate business-related issues or opportunities to the next level of management, and perform other duties as assigned.