Design Responsible R&D Scientist - Pathology

at  Agilent Technologies Inc

JOB DESCRIPTION

Agilent inspires and supports discoveries that advance the quality of life. We provide life science, diagnostic and applied market laboratories worldwide with instruments, services, consumables, applications, and expertise. Agilent enables customers to gain the answers and insights they seek - so they can do what they do best: improve the world around us. Information about Agilent is available at www.agilent.com.

WILL YOU JOIN US IN THE FIGHT AGAINST CANCER?

We are looking for an R&D Scientist to take on the role of Design Responsible for a product line. You will join us in developing and sustaining state-of-the-art in vitro diagnostic devices that benefit patients worldwide. Your primary responsibilities will include design control activities, new product development, and executing tasks related to sustaining and maintaining our risk files. All work will be conducted in accordance with relevant regulatory guidelines and standards.

QUALIFICATIONS

We are looking for a motivated individual with the following background:

• Master’s/PhD in Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology or similar ¨
• Proven experience of at least 2 years within design control of Medical/Diagnostic devices
• Knowledge of IHC (Immunohistochemistry), ISH (in situ hybridization) or special stains is a plus
• Full fluency in English. Note that Danish is not required

On a personal level, you are rigorous, driven and process oriented. You also have excellent interpersonal and communication skills to interact with many external and internal partners. You enjoy working both autonomously and as part of a team. Whilst being flexible and adaptable, you have also strong planning, organizational and time management skills.

• Planning, generation and update of Design Control documentation according to Agilent Quality Management System (QMS)
• Writing of study protocols and reports including data analysis
• Document and specifications writing
• Product care initiatives such as design changes to existing products
• Post Market Surveillance activities
• Complaint handling when R&D support is needed for root cause investigation
• Planning of R&D activities for projects
• Stakeholder management/communication (internal and external)
• Act as subject matter expert during internal audits and external inspections.
• Drive Continuous Improvement initiatives
  You will be based in our Glostrup, Denmark office, working in an exciting and dynamic diverse environment with around 20 colleagues. Our department is divided into two teams. The team you will join includes 5 Design Responsibles, 4 R&D Scientists, and a Department Manager.