Junior Device Technologist in Oxford

Owen Mumford are looking to hire an enthusiastic Junior Device Technologist! Could this be your next role? For a complete understanding of this opportunity, and what will be required to be a successful applicant, read on.

Scope: As the Junior Device Technologist you will join the R&D department to support the testing, evaluation, and stability assessment of medical devices such as auto-injectors, pen injectors, pen needles, and lancing devices. The role is ideal for an early-career engineer or scientist looking to develop expertise in medical device development and testing. Please be aware this role is offered full time on a 12 month fixed term contract.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support laboratory testing of medical and combination devices under supervision.
• Assist with functional, mechanical, and stability testing activities.
• Prepare test samples, set up equipment, and accurately record data.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and follow quality system procedures.
• Work collaboratively with senior technologists and project teams.
• Contribute to the preparation of test protocols, reports, and technical documentation.
• Support design verification and validation activities.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Early career experience in a medical device, pharmaceutical, or laboratory environment.
• Strong attention to detail and data integrity.
• Willingness to learn regulatory and quality system requirements.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Interpretation of data using analytical and statistical methods. (desirable)
• Degree in STEM related subject.
• Early career experience within a regulated or technical environment (desirable).
• Exposure to ISO 13485 or laboratory quality systems. (desirable)
• Experience with mechanical testing or laboratory instrumentation. (desirable)
• Interest in medical devices and combination products. (desirable)

What will we give you?

You will be joining a successful, privately owned industry leader who are constantly innovating and looking to improve lives, empower patients and relieve the pressure on healthcare professionals. We invest heavily in our staff and offer a competitive salary and benefits package along with the opportunity to develop within the business. Additional benefits include:

• Flexi time covering 37.5 hours per week with core working hours of 9:30am-12 Noon and 2:00pm-4:00pm (3:30pm on Fridays).
• 25 days annual leave (with the opportunity to earn loyalty days with length of service).
• Company pension scheme with employer contributions.
• Holiday purchase scheme (up to 10 days purchased per holiday year).
• Enhanced Family Friendly Policies.
• Enhanced Sickness Pay.
• BUPA Cash Plan.
• Cycle2Work Scheme.
• Electric Car Scheme.
• Wellbeing initiatives and support.
• Free parking, free tea & coffee.

About us:

Owen Mumford is a global leader in medical device design and manufacture. For over 70 years we have been inventing life-enhancing devices that are tested and proven to deliver an industry benchmark in the safety, accuracy and comfort of medication administration. This strong heritage is the springboard for our future as we help to shape the progress of the healthcare industry by bringing pioneering concepts and solutions to life in an accountable and sustainable way. Headquartered in the UK, Owen Mumford is a global medical device company with an established presence across North America, EMEA and APAC.

Owen Mumford is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to ensure that no candidate or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity. Every job offer is subject to satisfactory references and compliance with vetting requirements applicable to the job role.