Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Static and dynamic mechanical testing
- Cadaveric testing
- Polymeric analysis on bio-resorbable orthopaedic implants such as in vitro degradation studies of biodegradable products with an emphasis on changes in mechanical properties, molecular weight, and thermal properties over time.
- Evaluation of biomaterials and biologics
Incidental Duties:
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, and indeed additional responsibilities may be assigned, as required, by management.
Education and Experience:
- BS degree in related science field required
- Prior work in a laboratory setting would be highly preferred.
- Experience with mechanical and chemical testing of polymers preferred
Knowledge and Skill Requirements/Specialized Courses and/or Training:
Should have basic understanding of metal and polymer properties and mechanical and chemical test equipment. Must be able to use mechanical and polymer analysis test lab equipment in a proficient manner to acquire data/test results. Good documentation skills and the ability to write accurate test procedures/summaries/reports upon completion of requested tests required. Knowledge of basic anatomy and ASTM standards for medical devices a plus.
Machine, Tools, and/or Equipment Skills:
Instruments used will include Materials Testing Systems, Molecular Weight equipment, Differential Scanning calorimeters, custom made testing apparatuses, and data acquisition systems.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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