Research Scientist – Preclinical Biocompatibility and Toxicology (mfd)

Vantive is a vital organ therapy company on a mission to extend lives and expand possibilities for patients and care teams everywhere. For 70 years our team has driven meaningful innovations in kidney care. As we build on our legacy we are deepening our commitment to elevating the dialysis experience through digital solutions and advanced services while looking beyond kidney care and investing in transforming vital organ therapies. Greater flexibility and efficiency in therapy administration for care teams and longer fuller lives for patients that is what Vantive aspires to deliver.

We believe Vantive will not only build our leadership in the kidney care space it will also offer meaningful work to those who join us. At Vantive you will become part of a community of people who are focused courageous and dont settle for the mediocre. Each of us is driven to help improve patients lives worldwide. Join us in advancing our mission to extend lives and expand possibilities.

Your role

As Research Scientist Preclinical Biocompatibility and Toxicology (m / f / d) you will apply expertise in toxicology and medical device biocompatibility testing including development of toxicity study design and biocompatibility testing design for drug / drug packaging system / medical device development monitoring the studies and development of toxicological risk assessments.

The role will report to Director of Preclinical (Biocompatibility and Toxicology) and will be part of a global team responsible drugs and devices for Peritoneal dialysis Hemodialysis and Acute therapies.

What youll be doing

Designing planning monitoring various GLP toxicity studies biocompatibility studies and qualification of impurities with some supervision from direct manager and senior members of the organization

As sponsor representative and subject matter expert (SME) of biocompatibility collaborate with external testing facilities to complete biocompatibility testing

Participate as preclinical / toxicology representative and contribute in core technical team meetings as SME and provide inputs and lead task to be executed for completion of projects with effective collaboration and deliverables

Participate in change control management and impact assessment. Propose options work closely with stakeholders and develop action plan for problem-solving product and process improvement

Maintain current knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements related to toxicology product development design and safety

Execute tasks within budget at the project level to ensure the best utilization of financial resources

What youll bring

Degree in toxicology pharmacology chemistry or other related scientific field with the following minimum previous experience working in the pharmaceutical / medical device industry in GLP / GMP environments : MS degree with 8 years or more relevant experience or PhD with 4 years or more relevant experience

Proven experience with the conduct and execution of GLP nonclinical safety (toxicology) and toxicological risk assessment on Extractable & Leachable is highly preferred.

Experience with safety and biocompatibility evaluation of medical devices and related regulatory guidance (USP ISO 10993 EU MDR etc)

Relevant knowledge of ISO 10993-1 ISO 10993-17 and ICH Q3 M7 guidelines required

European Registered Toxicologist (ERT) Diplomate of American Board of Toxicology (DABT) desired

Experience in OECD and FDA Good Laboratory Practice

Shown technical writing ability and oral presentation to enable clear communication of study results safety evaluations and toxicology assessment conclusions

Ability to work independently and prioritize assignments to meet project schedules

Can effectively collaborate in a global team including ability to work with individuals of diverse scientific and cultural backgrounds across multiple business units as well as with external partners / CROs

Excellent English language skills spoken and written

Have we sparked your interest

If you like the sound of the above role can thrive in a fast-paced working environment and are excited about working in a learning and growth culture then wed love to talk to you. Apply direct on our Online System.

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Key Skills

Laboratory Experience,Machine Learning,Python,AI,Bioinformatics,C / C++,R,Biochemistry,Research Experience,Natural Language Processing,Deep Learning,Molecular Biology

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1