Design Assurance Scientist at IMMY

Norman, Oklahoma, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Verification and validation, Analytical performance studies, Usability assessments, Risk management, Statistical analysis, Technical writing, Protocol development, Immunoassay testing, Molecular assay testing, Regulatory compliance, QMS, DHF requirements, Data integrity, Lifecycle oversight, Cross-functional collaboration

Industry

Biotechnology

Description

Description Job Purpose Independent execution of verification and validation (V&V) activities, ensuring regulatory alignment, data integrity, and lifecycle oversight. Leads analytical studies and usability assessments, coordinates cross-functional collaboration, and supports post-market DA activities. Key Duties and Responsibilities Lead and execute analytical performance studies (precision, LoD, specificity, stability) and flex studies; Develop and review protocols. Co-lead or support development of V&V plans, including acceptance criteria, specimen sourcing, and integration with clinical validation. Lead formative usability studies; support summative studies. Oversee risk management activities, mapping hazards to verification and validation activities and IFU claims. Analyze and interpret data using appropriate statistical methods, ensuring rigor, reproducibility, and traceability. Draft and review study reports, ensuring full documentation ensuring compliance with QMS-controlled systems and DHF requirements. Assess design changes for impact on product performance, verification needs, and residual risks. Collaborate with Product Development, Clinical Affairs, Regulatory, Quality Assurance, Project Management, and Business Development to align studies with regulatory and commercial objectives. Support post-market activities by assessing field issues, contributing to CAPAs, and recommending additional studies. Ensure training and competency of operators involved in study execution. Supervision of DA technicians. Qualifications Required Bachelor’s or master’s in biology, chemistry, or related field. 1-2 years of experience in biotech related role. Experience in testing immunoassays and/or molecular assays. Strong technical writing, protocol development, and report generation skills. Ability to work independently and lead studies. Preferred Experience in IVD product development lifecycle. Experience with assay development, verification, validation, or analytical testing. Competency in statistical analysis. Familiarity with working in a regulated environment (e.g., ISO 13485, ISO 14971, FDA 21 CFR Part 820, IVDR). Equal Opportunity Employment: IMMY is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local laws. IMMY will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, promotion, termination, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Background Check Policy: All offers of employment at IMMY are contingent upon clear, acceptable results of a thorough background check. IMMY performs all background checks in compliance with EEOC and FCRA regulations and all other applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Responsibilities

The Design Assurance Scientist executes verification and validation activities, including analytical performance and usability studies, to ensure regulatory alignment and data integrity. They also oversee risk management, manage documentation for QMS compliance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support product development and post-market activities.