Arthrex

Biological Safety Lab Scientist Sr I

Arthrex$80K — $100K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of relevant experience in Chemistry, Biology, or a related field.
  • Experience in regulated industry preferred.
  • Familiarity with LIMS and analytical instruments is highly desirable.
  • Knowledgeable about microbial identification, bioburden, and methods like LAL and cytotoxicity techniques.
  • Strong understanding of cGMP, ISO, and USP guidelines for testing medical devices.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and validate microbiological and analytical test methods per ISO/USP standards.
  • Proceduralize tests to support orthopedic device production needs.
  • Establish quality standards for laboratory testing activities.
  • Analyze testing data for manufacturing operations and special processes.
  • Enforce corporate monitoring specifications for safety standards.
  • Evaluate current work instructions for clarity on biological safety.
  • Provide training on biological safety requirements for manufacturing processes.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Company-Provided and Voluntary Life Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Matching 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Free Onsite Medical Clinics and Lunch
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Paid Parental Leave and Paid Time Off
  • Employee Assistance Provider (EAP)
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 66379 Title:Biological Safety Lab Scientist Sr I

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Develop and validate microbiological and/or Analytical test methods per ISO/USP requirements with specific emphasis on QMS compliance.
  • Proceduralize microbial and analytical tests as necessary to support orthopedic device requirements and production needs.
  • Establish testing and reporting quality standards in compliance with ISO 13485 and 21CFR Part 820 for Arthrex laboratory testing activities.
  • Track, trend, and provide statistical analysis for testing data related to the monitoring and maintenance of manufacturing operations, and the associated special process outputs.
  • Enforce corporate specifications for monitoring and maintenance of production and environment standards necessary to maintain the safety of Arthrex products.
  • Evaluate and optimize Arthrex current work instructions and specifications to ensure clear and efficient communication of biological safety standards and requirements for internal and supplier-based manufacturing operations.
  • Identify, develop, and deliver training specifically related to requirements for continued maintenance of the biological safety of medical devices and the impact of those requirements on the manufacturing processes.
  • Assist in the development, implementation, and continued maintenance of LIMS.
  • Perform testing to improve efficiencies and optimize workflow.
  • Provide leadership and direction to staff working in areas as designated.


Education/ Experience:
  • 5 Years of relevant experience with BS Degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related science field required.
  • Prior work in a regulated industry preferred.


Knowledge and Skill Requirements/Specialized Courses and/or Training:
  • Experience in LIMS, testing environments, and Analytical instruments are highly desirable.
  • Working knowledge of microbial identification & Characterization, bioburden, LAL, cytotoxicity techniques, and/or working knowledge of analytical chemistry techniques, (i.e. GC, GC-MS, LC-MS, FTIR, etc.)
  • Knowledgeable of cGMP, ISO, and USP guidelines for testing medical devices
  • Knowledge of test method development and validation experience for analytical instrument technique and microbial technique


Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required sit; use hands and fingers, to handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The area that this job is performed in is a general office or open cubicle/workstation environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Arthrex Benefits
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Company-Provided Life Insurance
  • Voluntary Life Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Supplemental Insurance Plans (Accident, Cancer, Hospital, Critical Illness)
  • Matching 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Annual Bonus
  • Wellness Incentive Program
  • Free Onsite Medical Clinics
  • Free Onsite Lunch
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Trip of a Lifetime
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Time Off
  • Volunteer PTO
  • Employee Assistance Provider (EAP)


Job Details

Date: May 27, 2026

Requisition ID: 66379

Salary Range:

Job title: Biological Safety Lab Scientist Sr I

Arthrex

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About Arthrex

Arthrex is a global medical device company and a leader in new product development and medical education in orthopedics. The company's mission is to help surgeons treat their patients better, and the company accomplishes this by providing innovative products and surgical procedures that help surgeons achieve better clinical outcomes. Arthrex has a wide range of products, including devices for sports medicine, foot and ankle, hand and wrist, shoulder and elbow, and orthobiologics. The company also offers medical education programs and resources to help surgeons stay up-to-date with the latest surgical techniques and technologies.
Learn more about Arthrex
Size
14,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$500 million
Founded
1981
5 Year Trend
+15%
Revenue
$2.3 billion

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