Product Development Associate

Who we are:

Response Biomedical Corp. has been transforming acute care diagnostic testing, with a central focus on improving patient outcomes and healthcare reform for over 20 years. Response Biomedical fosters a values-based culture, committed to making diversity and inclusion our way of doing business. We believe the people we work with including our partners, medical teams, and employees are the cornerstone of our success.

What we do:

Our RAMP platform is a global leader in diagnostic testing solutions for use in cardiovascular, infectious disease, sepsis, women’s health, arbovirus, and biodefense. We understand the stresses associated with rapid, accurate diagnosis when every minute counts, and are committed to collaborating with the teams that are dedicated to saving lives. We do this by providing lab-quality results within minutes that medical teams can trust, while reducing total cost of care.

Who we are looking for?

We are seeking for a dynamic Product Development Associate who is self-motivated and enjoys working in a fast paced environment. This role is crucial in supporting the development and production of Response Biomedical products, recognizing their vital role in diagnosing potentially life-threatening diseases. The primary goal is to enhance patient outcomes and save lives worldwide.

Key Responsibilities:

Scientidfic Acumen

• Utilizes knowledge of basic scientific principles to assess experimental and operational responsibilities.

• Demonstrates understanding and application of the RAMP technology and immunochromatographic principles in planning, executing, and evaluating experimental protocols.

• Demonstrates technical proficiency, scientific creativity, effective collaboration with others, and ability to work independently.

• Participates in investigations including troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and brainstorming sessions as required.

• Critically analyzes, summarizes, and reports data generated from experiments performed, draws conclusions from experimental findings, and recommends required follow-up actions with consideration of prior experimental findings (self and others). Proposes new studies or investigations based on findings and efforts in relation to project needs.  May work on independent projects.

• Participates in the design and conducts research and/or tasks and experiments based on the needs of a group effort coordinated by a Supervisor, Manager, or others as required. This may include feasibility investigations, development work, verification activities, stability studies, and troubleshooting experiments.

• May be involved in the identification of patentable inventions

Regulated Environment

• Complies with the requirements of working in a regulated environment under the guidelines set by the Company to assure adherence to its internal Quality Management System (QMS), various governmental requirements including Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and Worker's Safety.Complies with the requirements of working in a regulated environment under the guidelines set by the Company to assure adherence to its internal Quality Management System (QMS), various governmental requirements including Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and Worker's Safety.

• Supports efforts to ensure all products under development meet pre-determined product specifications and all applicable requirements of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Quality Systems Regulations (QSR), Health Canada, and CE mark. These activities may include but are not limited to: product feasibility studies, product development studies, validation and verification activities, and stability studies.

Team Work & Communication

• Presents data at Team meetings and may present data to interdepartmental groups.

• Involved in the creation and/or review of product/process documentation including Standard Operating Procedures, Manufacturing Records and Forms, Protocols, Technical Reports, etc.

• Complies with training plans/requirements. Trains or coordinates the training of others in laboratory processes, procedures or practices, and in the design, execution and analysis of experiments as required. May oversee and train others in the execution of scientific research/development experiments.

• Provides oversight and leadership to Assistants within assigned projects and teams.

Administration

• Performs, oversees, and delegates general laboratory tasks such as reagent preparation, inventory, and laboratory clean up and organization.

• Assumes additional laboratory and departmental responsibilities as required. May perform other assignments and tasks as directed.

• Maintains appropriate laboratory records, notebooks, and QC and manufacturing documentation as required.

Education, Work Experience, Knowledge, and Skills:

Formal Education

Minimum requirements:  Relevant technical degree or BSc.

Work Experience

• 2 yrs relevant work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred.

• Experience working in a laboratory environment is required.

Skills & Knowledge

• Excellent written/verbal communication skills; able to work well in a professional environment both within and between various groups.

• Keen attention to details and consistent follow-through.

• Proficient with use of computers.

• Understands how own work affects the business as a whole.

If you are a motivated individual with a passion for product development and a desire to make a difference in healthcare, we encourage you to apply to join us in our mission to improve patient outcomes and shape the future of medical technology.

The starting salary for this position ranges from $50,000 to $53,000 annually, depending on the candidate's experience and qualifications. Our salary structure is aligned with market standards and is finalized considering factors such as job-related expertise, skills, education, and experience.

Please note that this position is only available to candidates who are authorized to work in Canada.

*We regret that relocation will not be provided.

** While we appreciate the interest of all applicants, only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

We're committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications.*