Assoc. Staff Pdt. Val. Spclst

Job ID: 272Location: St. Louis, MODepartment: Product ValidationEducation Required: Bachelors DegreeExperience Required: 5 - 7 YearsPosition Description: Scientific and technological innovation is at the heart of the bioMérieux strategy.bioMérieux specializes in the in vitro diagnostics sector; we design, develop, produce and market diagnosis systems for the medical and industrial application. More than 40 years of experience in the field of infectious diseases allows bioMérieux, a world leader in microbiology, to respond to major public health issues, and affirm its position as a key player in clinical diagnostics and industrial microbiologically quality control. With a presence in over 140 countries the world headquarters is located in Marcy-l'Etoile, France. North American locations include: Durham, NC, Lombard, IL and St. Louis, MO. We offer a team based environment with exceptional benefits which includes an employee friendly corporate culture, generous paid time off, pension plan, 401(k) with company match, tuition assistance, comprehensive health plan and career development opportunities.Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/VThe Lead Product Validation Specialist plans & executes validations of products from the user’s perspective with involvement in product development at the earliest design stage, to ensure that use-ability requirements are planned into the technical development of the product. The Lead Product Validation Specialist analyzes problems / defects & provides solutions to Project Teams for resolution, always aware of the business impact of the results.Leads more junior Validation team members. Position Requirements:Required:Bachelor of Science degree / Bac+2 (Engineering, IT or Bioscience) or MS / Bac+5.Eight years experience in a laboratory setting with same or similar products.Thorough understanding of validation concepts. Must have demonstrated communication, mentoring and planning skills..