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We’re looking for technologists with HEART . At Edwards Transcatheter Mitral and Tricuspid Therapies (TMTT), we are guided by our vision to lead and transform treatment for patients with mitral and tricuspid heart valve disease. True to our patients-first focus, TMTT’s new product development (NPD) teams put their whole hearts into meeting the needs and improving the lives of this largely underserved patient population. The anatomies and clinical challenges that exist among patients with mitral and tricuspid valve disease are varied and complex, and we are committed to the development of a portfolio of therapies that transforms treatment and provides world-class outcomes.

Our mission is not for the faint of heart, or for those who prefer to go through the motions. As agile-minded trailblazers, our TMTT NPD team is constantly pivoting and problem-solving to deliver the most effective therapies possible, because it’s not about us or our design ideas, it’s about developing the right solution to meet the needs of the patient.

So, if you’re an exceptional technician with a heart for solving complex challenges, join our team and help us improve patients’ lives through the development of transcatheter mitral and tricuspid therapies from the ground up.

As an integral part of the R&D team and closely involved in the NPD process, the TMTT Lab Senior Technologist will be responsible for the managing and maintaining several pieces of key equipment as well as managing general lab tasks.

Key Responsibilities:
Take primary responsibility for TMTT hydrodynamic testing for heart valve repair and replacement devices

Perform work using drawings, diagrams, written and verbal instructions, layouts or defined plans to conduct testing, checkout, and trouble-shooting functions

Draft and revise test method standard operating procedures and sample preparation procedures.

Support engineering lab activities such as maintaining lab equipment and surrounding areas, performing preventative maintenance and managing calibrations

Create and manage equipment usage trackers and reservations systems for key pieces of equipment

Perform operational test and identify failure modes on systems and equipment

Collect and document test data

Other incidental duties

Education and Experience:
Associate's Degree -or- technical degree/certificate in related field with 8 years previous experience in R&D Lab and/or medical device experience is required

Hydrodynamic valve testing experience is preferred

R&D lab, cardiac anatomy, and/or medical device experience is preferred

Additional Skills:
Basic written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and relationship building skills

Good computer skills, including usage of MS Office Suite

Moderate understanding of equipment in a lab environment

Ability to perform basic troubleshooting

Ability to identify problems and relevant issues in straightforward situations, assessing using standard procedures

Ability to use manufacturing, test, development or diagnostic equipment (e.g., Keyence, Instron, 3D printers)

Ability to read and understand procedures, drawings, schematics and carry out assembly instructions

Good Documentation Practices

Knowledge of and adherence to Edwards Environmental Health and Safety and Quality guidelines as they relate to lab and/or clean room medical device manufacturing

Strict attention to detail

Must be able to work under close supervision

Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control

The time is now to join TMTT and shape mitral and tricuspid therapies that will transform treatment. Don’t miss your chance to be part of a dynamic, challenging, and rewarding environment that offers potential for growth and professional advancement for the right candidate.

Aligning our overall business objectives with performance, we offer competitive salaries, performance-based incentives, and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families.

For California, the base pay range for this position is $65,000 to $92,000 (highly experienced).

The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience).

About Edwards Lifesciences

Edwards Lifesciences is the global leader in patient-focused medical innovations for structural heart disease, as well as critical care and surgical monitoring. Driven by a passion to help patients, the company collaborates with the world’s leading clinicians and researchers to address unmet healthcare needs, working to improve patient outcomes and enhance lives. Headquartered in Irvine, California, Edwards Lifesciences has extensive operations in North America, Europe, Japan, Latin America and Asia and currently employs over 13,000 individuals worldwide.

For us, helping patients is not a slogan - it’s our life’s work. From developing devices that replace or repair a diseased heart valve to creating new technologies that monitor vital signs in the critical care setting, we focus on helping patients regain and improve the quality of their life.

COVID Vaccination Requirement

Edwards is committed to complying with the requirements and guidance from our government authorities and to protecting our vulnerable patients and the healthcare providers who are treating them around the world. As such, all Healthcare Interacting positions require COVID-19 vaccination, which includes anyone who directly interfaces with patients and those who interact with healthcare providers as part of their role. If hired, as a condition of employment, you will be required to submit proof that you have been fully vaccinated for COVID-19, unless you request and are granted a medical or religious accommodation for exemption from the vaccination requirement. This vaccination requirement does not apply in countries where it is prohibited by law to impose vaccination. In countries where vaccines are less available, or other requirements exist, we may institute alternate measures that optimize patient safety and healthcare provider safety, which may include regular COVID testing or specific masking requirements.

For United States Applicants Only:
Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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About Edwards Lifesciences

CEO: Bernard Zovighian
Revenue: $1 to $5 billion (USD)
Size: 10000+ Employees
Type: Company - Public
Website: www.edwards.com
Year Founded: 1958