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Duration: 8 months Job Description: • Toxicologist/Biocompatibility scientist • Conduct biocompatibility review of materials used in products. • Understanding of ISO 10993 standards and experience in hazard identification and risk assessment of materials, biocompatibility testing, designing test protocols, and working in a collaborative cross-functional, fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Be a technical leader in areas of Toxicology and Biocompatibility to support all wearable and non-wearable products developed. • Conduct in-depth toxicological assessment including hazard identification and exposure assessment for materials considered in products. • Design and manage biocompatibility testing strategies for materials and products to address key biocompatibility endpoints/gaps in working closely with internal and external test labs. • Work closely with cross-functional team members and suppliers to ensure selection of biocompatible materials, influence key material/product decisions, and support in identification of safer alternatives. • Drive and help build harmonized biocompatibility processes, policies, and testing strategy across all products. • Engage and communicate with leaders on biocompatibility-specific topics. • Represent in external industry-level committees and working groups towards building standards and/or guidance for wearable products in consumer electronics. Experience: • Ph.D. in toxicology or related field with 3 years of experience in a related industry or MS in toxicology or related field with 7 years of experience in a related industry. • Experience conducting material review, toxicological risk assessments, building dossier, drafting processes and procedures (SOPs), and building restricted material specifications. Skillsets: • Fundamental understanding and experience in ISO 10993 standards and reviewing materials for biocompatibility. • Good understanding of analytical testing methodologies. • Working knowledge on biological testing, alternative testing methodologies, and prediction modeling. • Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative, cross-functional environment. • Excellent communication skills. Ability to present clearly to technical and non-technical audiences. • Be a team player. Have strong analytical skills and ability to think outside of the box. Education: • Ph.D. in toxicology or related field or MS in toxicology or related field. Additional Qualifications: • Board certification (DABT) is preferred. • Experience working in the consumer electronics industry. US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit www.ustechsolutions.com . US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. AI Statement: By applying, you acknowledge that AI-assisted tools may be used during hiring. #LI-AS140

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Duration: 8 months
Toxicologist/Biocompatibility scientist
Conduct biocompatibility review of materials used in products.
Be a technical leader in areas of Toxicology and Biocompatibility to support all wearable and non-wearable products developed.
Conduct in-depth toxicological assessment including hazard identification and exposure assessment for materials considered in products.
Design and manage biocompatibility testing strategies for materials and products to address key biocompatibility endpoints/gaps in working closely with internal and external test labs.
Work closely with cross-functional team members and suppliers to ensure selection of biocompatible materials, influence key material/product decisions, and support in identification of safer alternatives.
Drive and help build harmonized biocompatibility processes, policies, and testing strategy across all products.
Engage and communicate with leaders on biocompatibility-specific topics.
Represent in external industry-level committees and working groups towards building standards and/or guidance for wearable products in consumer electronics.
Ph.D. in toxicology or related field with 3 years of experience in a related industry or MS in toxicology or related field with 7 years of experience in a related industry.
Experience conducting material review, toxicological risk assessments, building dossier, drafting processes and procedures (SOPs), and building restricted material specifications.
Fundamental understanding and experience in ISO 10993 standards and reviewing materials for biocompatibility.
Good understanding of analytical testing methodologies.
Working knowledge on biological testing, alternative testing methodologies, and prediction modeling.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative, cross-functional environment.
Excellent communication skills. Ability to present clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
Be a team player. Have strong analytical skills and ability to think outside of the box.
Ph.D. in toxicology or related field or MS in toxicology or related field.
Experience working in the consumer electronics industry.
US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit www.ustechsolutions.com .
AI Statement: By applying, you acknowledge that AI-assisted tools may be used during hiring.

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Board certification (DABT) is preferred.

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