Laboratory Technologist – New Product Introduction (NPI)
Production
Location: Kitchener, Ontario
Job Type: Full time, permanent
Experience: Minimum 5 years experience
Education: Bachelors or Masters in Chemical, Biotech, Nano or similar technical program
About the Job:
We are looking for a passionate Laboratory Technologist - New Product Introduction expert with a strong desire to be a part of a growing company. You will own the transfer of many reagent products from R&D to production. As part of the transfer, you will be responsible for a variety of studies, deliverables, and technician training to ensure the successful commercialization of the reagent products. You will also support the continuous improvement and scale-up of released reagent products.
Who you are:
You love a challenge and you’re a life-long learner. You like to deeply understand products and build repeatable processes that ensure our customers get what they need to be successful. You actively seek out ways to improve processes and performance and are motivated to make a positive impact in the workplace. You have great communication and cross-department collaboration skills and you’re excited to grow your career in a biotech company.
Responsibilities:
Develop, own, and execute NPI activities for reagent products Design and execute studies to support successful commercialization (such as shelf life), gage R&R, shipping stability and guard-banding Build process flow maps and continually identify improvement opportunities Create work instructions and train laboratory technicians on new products and processes Identify and drive improvements in productivity including yield, scrap, re-work, and downtime. Design/source effective packaging and labelling while working with marketing on design. Identify and implement new technologies into the process to support both new products and high year-over-year growth. Develop IQC/OQC methods and documents Lead process FMEAs Proform process verification and validation Manage technical relationships with critical suppliers Establish technical purchasing specifications Ensure effective batch-record tracking Enter and organize product information in quality management systems (i.e. Propel)
Qualifications:
BS or MS in chemical, biotech, nano or similar 5+ years of active experience in similar role Ability to work independently and with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment Self-motivated, highly organized, high sense of urgency and accountability Excellent written and oral communication skills Demonstrate problem-solving and risk management skills
Bonus points for experience in:
ISO 13485 / medical devices High mix / low volume reagent production Lab automation equipment Lean Six Sigma LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System)
About Us:
Nicoya’s mission is to improve human life by helping scientists succeed. We are a fast-paced, rapidly growing company based in Kitchener, Ontario - Canada's Silicon Valley, but have a world-wide presence. We have a team of world class engineers, scientists, and designers building disruptive products to help researchers make their next big discovery. Our first product, OpenSPR, is a scientific instrument for the biotechnology research and development industry. It provides detailed information on molecular interactions using optical nanosensor technology known as localized surface plasmon resonance. It is the most affordable SPR instrument on the market and has disrupted an industry that has been primarily dominated by highly expensive and complex instrumentation.
Nicoya is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer. If you require accommodations to participate in the recruitment process, please let us know. We will accommodate your needs as required under applicable legislation. Information related to accommodation requirements will be addressed confidentially.
In your application, please include your resume along with a cover letter. While we appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.