Job Description
Our client is one of the world's leading manufacturers of medical devices with a presence in over 100 countries. They have a permanent opportunity for a Senior Scientist - Biocompatibility with a particular focus on Biological Evaluation. \n\nIn this role, you will be responsible for generating, maintaining, and updating Biological Evaluation Reports (BERs) per EU MDR requirements.\n\nResponsibilities:\n\nCompile and deliver biocompatibility assessments and biocompatibility evaluation plans\nGeneration and maintenance of Biological Evaluation Reports to meet EU MDR regulations\nPerform and assist with risk assessments and gap analysis of external standards, regulatory requirements, and guidance documents\nCollaborate with cross-functional teams to support projects requiring biocompatibility evaluation\nKeep abreast of regulatory requirements including monitoring EU MDR, FDA and other agency regulations and international standards\nPrepare or collaborate in the preparation of toxicological safety assessments including materials, chemicals, technologies and processes or finished products\nWork within multi-disciplinary teams (notably R&D, HS&E, Import/Export, Supply Chain and RA/QA)\nEnsure due process is followed under R&D Policies\nSupport the creation and development of the strategy for biological/toxicological evaluation (including testing requirements) for materials and finished products\nProvide technical support and coaching for members of R&D, regulatory or any other relevant department\nProvide consultancy on technical issues both within R&D and other stakeholders.Qualifications:\n\nEither a BSc in a biological science (Pharmacology, Biology, Physiology, Biochemistry or similar) or related discipline (MSc in Toxicology or any work-related experience in toxicology a bonus)\nIndustrial experience within the chemical area (Medical device / pharmaceutical preferred)\nDirect experience working with ISO 10993\nSuccess in leading change in particular for the implementation of ISO 10993 standardsTo find out more about Real, please visit