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Research (Sr) Engineer / Scientist

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Requisition Number

EMEA06085

Employment Type

Full-time

Location

Winterthur

Founded in 1927 and headquartered in Warsaw, Indiana, USA, Zimmer Biomet is a global leader in musculoskeletal healthcare. We design, manufacture and market orthopaedic reconstructive products; sports medicine, biologics, extremities and trauma products; spine, bone healing, craniomaxillofacial and thoracic products; dental implants; and related surgical products.

We collaborate with healthcare professionals around the globe to advance the pace of innovation. Our products and solutions help treat patients suffering from disorders of, or injuries to, bones, joints or supporting soft tissues. Together with healthcare professionals, we help millions of people live better lives.

For the European Headquarters, based in Winterthur (Switzerland), we are looking for a

Research (Sr) Engineer / Scientist

Temporary assignment at the latest August 2019 to end of 2020

Job Summary

In this temporary function you are responsible for solving challenging R&D problems related to polymer, metallic and ceramic materials, coatings and processing that support various internal departments in the development and manufacturing of orthopaedic implants and associated devices. You will work in a matrix/cross functional environment and be responsible for acting as a primary liaison in the communication between Research, Development, Quality, Regulatory Affairs and Operations, also you will oversee all relevant standards, updating related processes and specifications and communicating implications to manufacturing internally and externally.

Your main tasks and responsibilities:

• Responsible for identifying and closing gaps to meet European MDR (Medical Device Regulation) requirements as related to materials research areas


• Developing and implementing materials testing and rationales to ensure safe and effective performance of products as well as optimizing and implementing of new and revised standards


• Maintaining communication between vendors, suppliers, test laboratory engineers, outside consultants and outside researchers on matters pertaining to job duties and other business-related issues


• Educating internal colleagues across departments and divisions


• Supporting the project management activities, sourcing and supplier quality department in their material-related projects plus supplier interactions


• Creating technical reports, test protocols and process descriptions as well as performing statistical data analysis


• Monitoring and reviewing technical and medical literature
  
  

Your Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor, Master or PhD. degree in Engineering from an accredited curriculum in Materials, Chemical or Biomaterials Engineering or related discipline


• 2 - 3 years R&D experience in medical device industry and related regulatory requirements (MDD/MDR, international standards)


• Knowledge of metals, ceramic and/or polymer material and coating (e.g. hydroxyapatite, titanium) properties of medical devices, normative requirements and characterzation


• Must have knowledge of material science. Physico-chemical properties of engineering materials and biomaterials are preferred


• Familiar with substances requirements related to REACH / CLP / RoHs directives


• Being confident with MDR requirements for permanent implants and surgical instruments, particularly materials related requirements


• Well-known with materials characterization and biological evaluation per ISO 10993 (part 13, 14, 15, 18, 19, 22) and with risk management per ISO 14971


• Experienced in writing technical protocols and reports as well as performing literature studies and statistical data analysis


• Ability of analyzing all aspects of situation, identifying potential solutions and implement the best solution in a timely manner


• Negotiating skills to effectively manage resources, timelines, problem solution and find compromises among different stakeholders


• Strong oral and written communication skills in English and working knowledge of German
  
  

Travel Requirements:

This dynamic job position has a willingness to travel approximately 0-5%

If you seize this opportunity, you will able to develop your international experience and be a part of a great and truly global team. Zimmer Biomet offers a wide range of challenging career advancement opportunities and a dynamic work environment. We look forward to receiving your complete application. 

 

Zimmer GmbH
Jan Lucarelli
Recruiting Coordinator
Sulzerallee 8                                      
8404 Winterthur

www.zimmerbiomet.com

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