Senior Technician - Laboratory Microbiology

About the role

Edwards' Quality teams help shape the development of medical device technologies to the highest standards of integrity and safety. As a Senior Technician in the laboratory (microbiology), you will bring your passion for problem solving and partner with various teams to influence decisions for a product's entire lifecycle, optimizing product development so it impacts patients worldwide.

Key responsibilities

• Perform routine and non-routine testing services using established procedures and protocols (e.g. D-value, B&F, FETS, glut, TLS, antimicrobial, sterility, receive, inspect, in-process solutions).
• Enter test data and collect environmental lab samples from multiple cleanrooms.
• Follow work instructions and SOPs, record traceable information on forms, lab electronic systems and device history records, and propose improvements.
• Assist in testing validation and revalidation of critical systems and equipment under close supervision, and support laboratory investigations with recommendations.
• Prepare data summaries for laboratory reports or technical studies and review and approve basic laboratory data.
• Execute testing linked to equipment and process validation protocols, and possibly maintain basic equipment through preventative maintenance.
• May train, coach and guide lower-level technicians on new procedures.

Required profile

• Technical or diploma degree in Laboratory Science, Microbiology Laboratory or related fields with 3 years of laboratory experience, or a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry and/or Microbiology preferred.
• Availability to work Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing and Good Documentation Practices in a medical device environment, and adherence to Edwards' environmental health, safety and quality guidelines.

Required skills

• Substantial knowledge of laboratory processes, QSR, FDA and ISO regulations, and microbiological and sterilization requirements for medical devices.
• Good computer skills, including MS Office; analytical equipment software such as ChemStation and Empower preferred.
• Strict attention to detail and ability to work in a team and give professional, direct feedback.