North American Science Associates LLC (Minneapolis Lab)
North American Science Associates LLC (Minneapolis Lab)

Laboratory Technician & Study Director Assistant W/M

TLDR

Role blends hands-on laboratory testing with study director support in a GLP-regulated setting at a globally expanding MedTech leader.

NAMSA pioneered the industry and was the first independent company in the world to focus solely on medical device materials for safety. NAMSA started testing medical devices before the U.S. Food and Drug Administration started regulating such products in 1976.

We are shaping the industry. NAMSA has been a key contributor to the development of the test methods that govern our industry. We have become the industry’s premier provider. We provide support for clients during every step of the product development lifecycle and beyond.

Come and work for an organization with the:

Vision to inspire innovative MedTech solutions that advance global healthcare, improve patient lives and accelerate Client success and the

Mission to deliver best-in-class global MedTech development solutions through our people, expertise and technology by adhering to our core

Values:

  • Act with integrity in everything we do.
  • Provide best-in-class customer experiences.
  • Develop superior talent and deliver expertise.
  • Respond with agility and provide timely results.
  • Embrace collaboration, diverse perspectives and ideas.

Job Description:

 Your Laboratory Technician duties will be the following : 

  • Preparing and performing routine blood (hematology, biochemistry, coagulation, ELISA, …) 

and urine tests.  

  • Lab and clinical data management (input, processing, reporting).  

  • Managing laboratory and clinical equipment (validations, software updates, calibrations, maintenance, periodic quality checks). 

  • Maintenance of the lab (orders and purchases, quality controls, maintaining inventory). 

  • Compliance with GLP regulations. 

  • Occasional participation in the weekend rotation. 

Your Study Director Assistant duties will be the following : 

  • Assist the preclinical Study Directors: 

  • Set-up: planning, ordering, preparing materials and paperwork 

  • Conduct, follow-up & data management: data collection, documentation and analysis, data review (QC), database entry and generating/tabulating data 

  • Reporting of study results 

  • Archiving of study records and materials 

  • Logistical responsibilities: maintenance of client materials inventory, shipment of specimens, maintaining accurate chain of custody documentation, … 

  • Comply with GLP regulations and ensure GLP standards are met.  

Your qualifications:  

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field, e.g., agro- and biotechnology, (bio)chemistry, medical laboratory technology, veterinary technology or other relevant disciplines. 

  • Experience with GLP or other quality systems is an asset but not a must.  

  • You are dedicated to your tasks, precise and perfectionist, eager to learn, willing to invest time in your learning process and flexible in switching between tasks.  

  • Team player with a hands-on mentality and proactive approach. 

  • You are proficient in English.  

  • Advanced IT skills, working with different tools such as MS Office, Smartsheet, Labware. 

Why you should apply 

  • A 6-month fixed-term contract starting in October 2026 with the possibility to extend, depending on performance and business needs  

  • A challenging and varied role in a globally expanding company  

  • A highly professional team and an international working environment 

  • An attractive remuneration package 

Please upload your CV and Motivation letter (in English) via our NAMSA Careers website.  

Don’t hesitate to contact us on +32 13 67 35 00 for further information. 

 

North American Science Associates LLC (NAMSA) is a leading provider of medical device materials safety testing and support services, focused exclusively on ensuring the reliability and regulatory compliance of medical devices. Founded as the first independent company in this space, NAMSA collaborates with clients throughout the entire product development lifecycle, significantly shaping industry standards and methodologies.

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