Quality Assurance Engineer jobs in Cedar Rapids, IA

Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT) is the leading manufacturer of custom oligonucleotides and proprietary technologies for genomics applications. Our work is complex and cutting-edge, and our team members are curious, creative thinkers who understand that good data drives smart decisions. At IDT, we realize that although science may be uniform, people are unique. We promote a culture where engaged people are motivated and have opportunities to achieve their full potential, as part of one global team.

IDT is one of 10 Life Sciences companies of Danaher. Together, we accelerate the discovery, development and delivery of solutions that safeguard and improve human health.

This position is part of the Regulatory Affairs and Compliance Department located in Coralville, IA and will be hybrid. At IDT, we are one global team. We celebrate our differences, engage in healthy debate, and are inclusive. Together, we accomplish great things.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Participate in cross-functional teams at various phases of the development cycle as the Quality Engineering representative.
• Supports development of products, including software as a medical device, through design controls, risk management, usability, systems engineering, architecture, design verification and design validation
• Work closely with Regulatory Affairs on deliverables for global regulatory submissions, including FDA pre-submissions, 510k and IVDR CE certifications.
• Participates in product risk management process supporting documentation compliant with ISO 14971 such as hazard analysis, FMEAs, risk assessments, etc.
• Works independently with moderate guidance and with project team members to develop and improve product and processes to reduce variability and increase robustness throughout the development cycle for multiple projects
• Assists technical teams in the assessment of design changes; including assessment, planning, verification and validation of the change and documentation as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

The essential requirements of the job include:

• Bachelor’s degree in science, medical, or technical field required.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience supporting design controls related to development of regulated medical devices with integrated software required.
• Strong working knowledge of ISO 13485, 21 CFR 820 and ISO 14971 required.
• Demonstrated understanding of technical/scientific principles that relate to multiple and diverse product lines or manufacturing processes.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Adobe Acrobat.

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Experience with software as a medical device preferred.  
• Experiences in experimental design and assay development process is highly preferred.

At IDT we believe in designing a better, more sustainable workforce. We recognize the benefits of flexible, hybrid working arrangements for eligible roles and are committed to providing enriching careers, no matter the work arrangement. This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement in which you can work part-time at the Company location identified above and part-time remotely from your home. Additional information about this hybrid work arrangement will be provided by your interview team. Explore the flexibility and challenge that working for IDT can provide.

We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

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