Analytical Chemist and Lab Manager

Qualifications & Experience

• BS in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry or equivalent
• 10+ years of analytical laboratory experience, including 5+ years in technical leadership and/or management role
• 5+ years analytical chemistry experience in the medical device industry or other regulated industry (ISO or defense)

• Proficiency in laboratory software including Empower, ELN, LIMS
• Expertise is developing methods for analytes in biologic fluids including blood, serum and urine
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Visio
• Self-starter with strong work ethic and initiative in accomplishing objectives
• Strong organization and time management skills; ability to manage multiple priorities
• Attention to detail, thoroughness
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Able to work in cross-functional and cross-cultural teams

• Expertise developing analytical methods for proteins and common markers of kidney disease and kidney dialysis
• Proven ability to work well in team environment, with sound negotiation and problem solving skills
• Ability to lead, energize and influence change efforts at all levels of a complex organization
• Demonstrated ability to get results through others not under direct supervision
• Able to work under deadlines and handle multiple detail-oriented tasks simultaneously
• Able to work independently and across different geographies.
• Superior interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills; able to communicate effectively and interact with personnel at all levels of technical ability and expertise
• Excellent problem-solving skills

Together, we can change healthcare worldwide. At Medtronic, we push the limits of what technology, therapies and services can do to help alleviate pain, restore health and extend life.  We challenge ourselves and each other to make tomorrow better than yesterday. It is what makes this an exciting and rewarding place to be.

We want to accelerate and advance our ability to create meaningful innovations - but we will only succeed with the right people on our team. Let’s work together to address universal healthcare needs and improve patients’ lives. Help us shape the future.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position. 

The physical demands described within the Day in the Life section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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