Scientist - R&D
Job Requisition #: 11710
Date Posted: 09/30/2011
Category: Research
Location: St. Paul - MN - USA
About Us
St. Jude Medical develops medical technology and services that focus on putting more control into the hands of those who treat cardiac, neurological and chronic pain patients worldwide. The company is dedicated to advancing the practice of medicine by reducing risk wherever possible and contributing to successful outcomes for every patient. St. Jude Medical is headquartered in St. Paul, Minn. and has four major focus areas that include: cardiac rhythm management, atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular and neuromodulation.
We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We currently have the following opening in our Cardiovascular Division:
Job Overview
Duties and Responsibilitites: The successful candidate will serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SEM) in the R&D Science & Technology Group to participate in various stages of product development as well as cross-functional activities. The position will be responsible for providing technical expertise, consultation and project support. Position will be responsible for selection and characterization of materials acceptable for use in medical device and design. Position will provide guidance in establishing material device specification, supporting existing product development products and proactively providing technical solutions for design issues related to material failures. Position will assist in designing and conducting performance evaluation activities of medical implants and materials. Provide product design advice based on conclusions of testing and research activities.
Individual will be responsible for providing guidance in interdisciplinary area of materials properties, failure analysis, effects of processing on materials, test method selection, development and validation. Candidate must have strong ability to apply knowledge of materials science and engineering techniques to provide imaginative solutions to a wide range of difficult problems. Individual should have a fundamental understanding of biomedical materials, chemical processes, biological systems, and surface/analytical methodology. Individual must be able to identify unique material challenges associated with material interactions. Train and direct other members of the staff. Analyze, interpret and draw conclusions from materials evaluation. Remain current with technology and testing standards.
Education and/or Experience: Expertise in materials science or engineering with focus on biomedical materials is required. Individual must communicate well with all levels of management and employees. Candidate must work well in collaborative environment across functional areas. Candidate must have:
-Extensive background in Biomaterials (such as Nitinol, stainless steel, titanium, carbon, polyurethanes, silicone and others ) and their interactions with biological systems
- Knowledge of hemocompatibility, biocompatibility and toxicology assessment
- Extensive experience in working with active implants, RF electro-thermal system ;strong capability of setting up comprehensive study and assessing in vitro and in vivo properties of device/device components.
- Knowledge of the electrode/tissue interface of electrical based systems for cardiovascular therapy.
- Knowledge of industry standards for biomaterials characterization
- Knowlage in corrosion science
Experience in RF ablation and/or in electrode stimulation devices is prefered
Ability to design and develop experimental test setups to evaluate new concepts in cardiovascular therapy. Willingness to perform hands on lab work. Concise, organized, can multitask with the ability to prioritize. Proficient with computers, excellent written and verbal communication skills. Previous experience with R&D product development teams in medical device industry desired.
PhD with 2-4 years
MS with 3-6 years
BS with 5-8 years of relevant product development expertis
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