Zimmer Biomet is a world leader in musculoskeletal health solutions. Our team members are part of a company with a heritage of leadership, a focus on shaping the future, and a mission dedicated to alleviating pain and improving the quality of life for people around the world.

This position is responsible for coordinating research and development activities to support the development of new orthopedic diagnostic tests and continued maintenance of existing products. Responsibilities include project planning and execution, analytical and clinical performance validation for in vitro diagnostic devices, collaboration with internal and external researchers, data analysis, reporting and presentations to both internal and external stakeholders. This role will be tasked with merging traditional in vitro diagnostic biomarker results with predictive analytics to design and validate innovative predictive, diagnostic, and prognostic tools for advancement of orthopedic healthcare.

• Leads the design of new products and manufacturing processes or serve as a key member of a project team
• Accountable for the generation of immunoassays or alternative diagnostic platforms to evaluate new design concepts or improve existing assays
• Executes product evaluation with clinical specimens, in collaboration with internal and/or external stakeholders
• Designs, executes, and documents feasibility experiments, design verification, and analytical and clinical validation, inclusive of data analysis and interpretation
• Generates or updates design documentation for the product
• Summarizes and communicates findings to peers, management, and external stakeholders via presentation, written report, and publications
• Generates design assurance documentation for the project
• Conducts or participates in root cause analysis for problem solving
• Provide mentorship to other team members as needed

• Experience with the conduct and execution of research studies. Experience with successful project management is a plus
• Experience with immunoanalytical and protein methods (ELISA, Luminex, Western Blots, SDS-PAGE, etc.)
• Knowledge of Clinical Laboratory Standards Institute Guidelines and their application
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software is required.
• The ability to compile, interpret and analyze data is required.
• The ability to effectively communicate through written and oral format is required, along with strong organizational and time management skills
• Aptitude for quality control and enthusiasm for continuous improvement Advanced data analytics skills and software familiarity (i.e. Minitab, Python, Matlab, etc) is a plus

• Bachelor’s Degree in a scientific or engineering related field is required. Advanced degree (MS/PhD) preferred.
• Four or more years of industry experience in IVD research and development is preferred.

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At Zimmer Biomet, we believe in The Power of Us, which means that we are stronger together. We are committed to creating an environment where every team member feels included, respected, empowered, and celebrated.

As a Zimmer Biomet team member, you will share in our commitment to providing mobility and renewed life to people around the world. This is why we offer you a competitive rewards package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, wellness incentives, employee assistance programs as well as paid time off for vacation and holidays.

EOE/M/W/Vet/Disability

Compensation Range: $75,000 - 84,000