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Job Function:

R&D Operations

Job Sub Function:

Laboratory Operations

Job Category:

Business Enablement/Support

All Job Posting Locations:

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America

Job Description:

About Surgery

Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments. Are you passionate about improving and expanding the possibilities of MedTech surgery? Ready to join a team that’s reimagining how we heal? Our MedTech Surgery team will give you the chance to deliver surgical technologies and solutions to surgeons and healthcare professionals around the world. Your contributions will help effectively treat some of the world’s most prevalent conditions such as obesity, cardiovascular disease and cancer. Patients are waiting. Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://jnjmedtech.com

We are searching for the best talent for a Preclinical Research Technologist who will support preclinical research activities for medical device development, including product evaluations in animate, inanimate, and cadaveric models. Working under significant guidance and supervision, this role contributes to study execution, laboratory documentation, study logistics, and compliance with Good Laboratory Practices, animal welfare regulations, and internal policies. The position partners with cross-functional teams to help generate high-quality preclinical evidence that supports research, regulatory, and commercial objectives. This will be an on-site position.

You will be responsible for:

• Supports and assists in product evaluations involving animate, inanimate, and cadaveric models
• Supports research and development of products or procedures in minimally invasive robotic surgery
• Assisting in the investigations for medical device development and preclinical evidence generation aligned to R&D, Regulatory, and Commercial needs
• Ensure accurate documentation of laboratory data and activities under the direction of the Study Director or Study Coordinator
• Assists in study logistics; e.g. pick-lists, instrument and supply requests, device transfers, study binder creation
• Helps to ensure that the conduct of lab activities are in compliance with USDA, AAALAC, and J&J Animal use policies
• Helps ensure compliance with 21 CFR Part 58 – Good Laboratory Practices
• Supports the generation/revision of SOPs, study documentation, and data collection documents for non-GLP and GLP study protocols
• Supports preclinical animal studies for the assessment of safety, performance, and effectiveness
• Demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment that embraces ownership and accountability for innovation, change, risk, and flexibility
• Build successful relationships internally and develop partnerships with key business partners

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Bachelors degree preferred but not required
• Familiarity with FDA 21 CFR part 58 (GLPs) A minimum of 2 years of related technical experience within preclinical research or research/laboratory environment is required.
• Familiarity with preclinical processes along with a basic understanding of medical device development processes and preclinical regulations is required.
• Experience working in a GLP environment is preferred
• Understanding of good documentation practices
• Familiarity with animal welfare regulations and IACUC

 

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Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).

 

This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program.

 

Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:

·       Vacation –120 hours per calendar year

·       Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year

·       Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year

·       Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year

·       Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child

·       Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year

·       Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period10 days

·       Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year

·       Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year

 

For more information on how we support the whole health of our employees throughout their wellness, career and life journey, please visit www.careers.jnj.com.

 

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. 

 

Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

 

If you are under 18 years of age you (the candidate) may need to obtain the necessary working papers or other documentation required by state law to start the assignment, as well as get a parent’s consent for the background check

Required Skills:

 

 

Preferred Skills:

Accountability, Analytical Reasoning, Data Management and Informatics, Data Savvy, Detail-Oriented, Ethical and Participant Safety Considerations, Inventory Control, Laboratory Operations, Laboratory Safety, Mental Agility, Molecular Diagnostics, Preclinical Research, Process Oriented, Quality Standards, Research and Development, Technical Credibility, Toxicology, Use of Laboratory Equipment

 

 

The anticipated base pay range for this position is :

$50,000.00 - $80,500.00

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