Preclinical V&V Specialist (34669)

Who We Are

At KLS Martin, we offer a unique opportunity to contribute to the success of a dynamic and thriving company whose products are used daily across the world to help surgical patients.

The KLS Martin Group is a worldwide leader in creating surgical solutions for the craniomaxillofacial and cardiothoracic fields. Surgical innovation is our passion, and we are constantly working with surgeons to improve surgical care for their patients. Our product portfolio includes titanium and resorbable implants for reconstruction, innovative distraction devices to stimulate bone lengthening, over 4,000 surgical instruments, and other surgical products designed specifically for CMF and cardiothoracic surgeons.

KLS Martin is an innovative leader in the treatment of CMF deformities and trauma cases. We use Individual Patient Solutions (IPS) by using our proprietary IPS products where CT scans are used to custom design implants that are created specifically for that individual patient. This technology allows our surgeons to provide the best-in-class treatment for their patients.

KLS Martin Guiding Principles

• Established, Privately Held Business Group – Responsive to customers, not shareholders. KLS Martin has manufactured medical products since 1896, and we have sold our products in the United States under the KLS name since 1993. We have always been, and always will be, privately owned.
• Patient Focus – We design products with the patient in mind – CMF, Thoracic & Hand
• Product to Table – Integrated planning, design, manufacturing and distribution process
• Educational Partner – Our primary focus for support is on education
• Inventory Alliance – Inventory management is critical to patient treatment/outcome
• Surgical Innovation is Our Passion – More than just a tagline

What We Offer

• We provide full-time employees with a competitive benefits package, including paid parental leave
• In-house training and professional development opportunities
• A culture of creativity and innovation by drawing on diverse perspectives and ideas to drive surgical innovation

***LOCAL REMOTE ONLY - Must be within 50 miles of Jacksonville, FL due to occasional in-house meetings ***

Job Summary

The Regulatory V&V Specialist is responsible for assisting completing of verification and validation activities for products in development and review of design & process changes. This role works under the advisement of the Preclinical V&V Manager to ensure that products meet design specifications, regulatory requirements, and user needs prior to clinical trials and market release. The specialist will coordinate cross-functional activities with R&D, Quality Assurance, Regulatory Affairs, and external testing partners to execute robust V&V strategies. Exercises discretion and independent judgement related, but not limited to, domestic and international regulatory submissions and interfacing with regulatory authorities on the submissions.

Essential Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities

• Assist with the planning, execution, and documentation of V&V activities for medical devices.
• Develop V&V protocols, test plans, and reports aligned with design control and risk management processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure V&V activities are integrated into the product development lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with applicable standards (e.g., ISO 10993).
• Manage external labs and contractors performing biocompatibility, environmental, and performance testing.
• Support regulatory submissions by providing V&V documentation and addressing regulatory queries.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to product safety, performance, and usability.
• Maintain traceability between requirements, testing, and risk analysis documentation.
• Participate in design reviews and provide feedback on testability and compliance.
• Support technology transfer from R&D to manufacturing through validated processes.
• Execution of biological safety evaluations of medical devices according to ISO 10993, including gap assessment activities
• Ensure compliance to product documentation with respect to Biocompatibility, Manufacturing Processes, Sterilization, Packaging and/or Cleaning Validation information
• Compile/write/review Biocompatibility Test Plan, Test Report and Risk Assessment of medical devices in accordance with regulatory requirements (ISO, FDA, GLP)
• Develop Toxicology/Biocompatibility Risk Assessment Strategies and write the Toxicological Risk Assessment report in collaboration with other team members
• Collaborate with associates of diverse technical backgrounds and partners with Regulatory Affairs, Quality Engineering, Manufacturing, Packaging and Project Teams, to achieve desired project outcomes
• Coordinator for outsourced studies
• Continually review the scientific literature to keep current with new technical information
• Assesses product change requests for impact on biocompatibility impact
• Builds strategic partnerships to further departmental and organizational objectives
• Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaborations
• Performs other related duties and responsibilities, on occasion, as assigned