Senior Scientist

Surmodics is pursuing highly differentiated medical devices that are designed to address unmet clinical needs and engineered to the most demanding requirements. This key growth strategy leverages the combination of the Company’s expertise in proprietary surface technologies, along with enhanced device design, development and manufacturing capabilities. The Company mission remains to improve the detection and treatment of disease.

The Senior Scientist in In Vitro Diagnostics (IVD) is responsible for providing strong technical leadership and expertise in the area of in vitro diagnostic assays. This position is responsible for work on projects and customer support related to the In Vitro Diagnostics business unit of Surmodics. The position also develops and manages projects and reports progress therein with minimal supervision.

ResponsibilitiesLaboratory Bench Work (70%)

• Work is completed independently, and implementation requires individual initiative and judgment
• Assignments are broad in nature requiring creativity and ingenuity
• Drives implementation of new or complex existing technology in department
• May lead a specific component of project(s)
• May serve as technical lead on project(s)
• Drafts technical reports, proposals and/or procedures
• Assists with general lab housekeeping
• May act as lead on internal and client-funded project(s)
• Acts as a technical mentor in specific field of expertise
• Has demonstrated leadership skills

Customer Interaction/Technical Support (20%)

• Interacts with customers and presents data/results to customers – following external communication guidelines
• Assists with troubleshooting activities for internal and external project(s)
• Demonstrates understanding of organization’s business model
• Travel as related to maintaining customer relationships and business development opportunities (5-10%)
• Provide technical assistance to customers on Surmodics IVD products
• Work directly with clients on running feasibilities and development projects
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge and understanding of Surmodics’ technologies
• Become familiar with customers’ product lines to identify potential applications for the products within the IVD business unit

Problem Solving/Innovation/IP (10%)

• Contributes to non-standard approaches and solutions to technical challenges requiring in-depth evaluation
• Contributes inventions, new technologies, designs/techniques regarded as momentous advances within the
specialization of the department
• Writes and files invention disclosures
• Proficient at solving problems in a timely manner
• Able to draw solutions from a wide range of experience
• Ability to independently develop methods
• Creates correlations between data sets in order

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in biological sciences or equivalent degree preferred, M.S. along with 2+ years industry experience or B.S. paired with 5+ years industry experience considered. 
• Experience in the IVD industry or equivalent relevant experience in product research or product development (concentration on the biological sciences including biochemistry, molecular biology, or formulation chemistry)
• Advanced technical skills/knowledge
• Excellent project management skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills
• Computer skills appropriate for work responsibilities
• Self-starter with high motivation

Surmodics offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including a bonus program, 401(k) with employer match, employee stock purchase plan and stock options.

Surmodics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.