Senior Scientist - Biocompatibility

Our client is one of the world's leading manufacturers of medical devices with a presence in over 100 countries. They have a permanent opportunity for a Senior Scientist - Biocompatibility with a particular focus on Biological Evaluation.

In this role, you will be responsible for generating, maintaining, and updating Biological Evaluation Reports (BERs) per EU MDR requirements.

Responsibilities:

Compile and deliver biocompatibility assessments and biocompatibility evaluation plans
Generation and maintenance of Biological Evaluation Reports to meet EU MDR regulations
Perform and assist with risk assessments and gap analysis of external standards, regulatory requirements, and guidance documents
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support projects requiring biocompatibility evaluation
Keep abreast of regulatory requirements including monitoring EU MDR, FDA and other agency regulations and international standards
Prepare or collaborate in the preparation of toxicological safety assessments including materials, chemicals, technologies and processes or finished products
Work within multi-disciplinary teams (notably R&D, HS&E, Import/Export, Supply Chain and RA/QA)
Ensure due process is followed under R&D Policies
Support the creation and development of the strategy for biological/toxicological evaluation (including testing requirements) for materials and finished products
Provide technical support and coaching for members of R&D, regulatory or any other relevant department
Provide consultancy on technical issues both within R&D and other stakeholders.Qualifications:

Either a BSc in a biological science (Pharmacology, Biology, Physiology, Biochemistry or similar) or related discipline (MSc in Toxicology or any work-related experience in toxicology a bonus)
Industrial experience within the chemical area (Medical device / pharmaceutical preferred)
Direct experience working with ISO 10993
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