Director, Sensor Design & Development
The Director, Sensor Design and Development leads a team of scientists to conduct analytical research and development for state of the art potentiometric, amperometric, and enzymatic sensors where technical problems require the application of advanced knowledge and experience in the field.
Roles and Responsibilities
Team Leadership:
- Supervise and lead a multidisciplinary team of scientists and technicians.
- Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment.
- Set clear objectives and performance expectations for the team.
- Communicate project status, risks, and milestones to stakeholders.
Research and Development:
- Review academic and industry research to incorporate best practices and state-of-the-art technologies.
- Design, develop, and test electrodes and related chemical formulations for ion detection in body fluids using advanced scientific instrumentation.
- Direct experimental processes to develop new and improved sensor technologies and manufacturing processes for medical devices.
- Identify emerging trends and technologies in sensor design and integrate them into the development roadmap.
- Oversee the integration and optimization of sensors in IVD devices and lead robust verification and validation activities to define performance characteristics.
- Ensure R&D activities comply with FDA’s QSR “Design Control” guidelines and IVDR requirements.
- Maintain thorough documentation of design processes, test results, and project developments.
Technical Advisory and Support:
- Advise management on technical issues related to existing products.
- Supervise chemists in collecting data to support product performance and development.
- Interface with a multidisciplinary engineering team on new product development and enhancements, and cost-saving proposals for existing products.
Project and Budget Management:
- Manage the implementation of the departmental budget and detailed project plans.
- Allocate resources within the team across multiple development projects to ensure deliverables are met on time and within budget.
Required Skills:
- Strong technical expertise in sensor design, simulation, and testing.
- Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong understanding of applied science and high-volume manufacturing concepts.
- Creative problem solver with excellent analytical and organizational skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to motivate, retain, and mentor team members.
Education
Masters degree in chemistry or related field is required, with Ph.D. preferred.
Experience
5 years experience in scientific research and development of blood gas and electroylyte sensors, reagents, analyzers.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $160,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
Work Location: In person