material-science jobs in San Diego

Sr Staff QA Engineer at Dexcom leading Design Quality Engineering for material characterization, formulation science, and material-related risk management across product lifecycle. Responsibilities include establishing traceability between material attributes and device performance, leading qualification strategies for polymers, enzymes, reagents, adhesives, coatings, and membranes, applying ISO 14971 risk management, and partnering with R&D, Materials Science, Analytical Chemistry, Process Development, Manufacturing, and Regulatory Affairs.…See more Requires 8+ years in medical device, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or combination product development with deep expertise in material characterization, analytical chemistry, and formulation development.

Sr Staff QA Engineer at Dexcom leads Design Quality Engineering for material characterization, formulation science, and material-related risk management across product development and lifecycle management. The role requires deep expertise in characterizing complex material systems (polymers, enzymes, reagents, adhesives, coatings, membranes) and establishing traceability between material attributes, manufacturing processes, and finished device safety/performance.…See more Responsibilities include driving risk-based decision making using ISO 14971, overseeing qualification strategies, partnering with R&D and regulatory teams, and representing Design Quality in design reviews, audits, and regulatory submissions. Requires 8+ years in medical device, pharmaceutical, or biotechnology quality engineering with demonstrated experience in material characterization and design control processes.

Lead the Sensor Technology workstream for Dexcom's Innovation, Ventures & Sensor Technology PMO, managing biosensing technology development from concept through product lifecycle. Own integrated program timelines, Work Breakdown Structure, and design controls compliance under 21 CFR 820 regulations.…See more Manage budget, resources, risk, documentation in the PLM system, and coordinate build/test activities while serving as the primary stakeholder liaison. This role requires significant medical device development expertise, strong project management skills across waterfall and hybrid methodologies, and preferably a technical background in Material Science or Electrochemistry.