Research Scientist I,

About the role

At Baxter, the Research Scientist I contributes directly to making a significant impact on patients worldwide through analytical testing and research. The role involves collaborating cross-functionally, leading by influence, and using an analytical approach to identify risks and opportunities for innovation. As part of the R&D team, you will perform analytical testing with minimal assistance, demonstrate technical knowledge to troubleshoot problems and handle non-routine situations, assist and mentor other team members, and embrace accountability for deliverables while leading team discussions and initiatives. Primary focus is stability testing, with potential support for new product development and sustaining product initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Conduct critical chemical and physical analyses on finished product stability samples; may also support testing of raw materials, initial, in-process, and final product samples from manufacturing facilities or department projects.
• Work under minimum supervision; may act as a study director for studies, supervisor for testing exceptions, and owner for laboratory investigations.
• Independently evaluate results and impact to studies/laboratory.
• Provide training and supervision to junior members within the laboratory.
• Routinely provide advice and assistance to team members regarding unique problems.
• Perform review of test data, including overall documentation practices.
• Perform review functions in LIMS or other computerized systems.
• Perform advanced chemical assays requiring precise analytical skills and understanding of chemistry principles.
• Complete all testing, including special project/protocol testing, in a timely and appropriate manner to meet project schedules.
• Maintain data integrity and ensure compliance with company SOPs and specifications, FDA, cGxP, and QSR regulations.
• Collaborate with other functions/departments to solve problems, increase efficiency, improve quality, and provide product support.
• Influence program, project, and/or functional leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Propose and drive solutions to complex technical problems in area of expertise.
• Maintain laboratory safety requirements, perform equipment maintenance/calibration, and troubleshoot instrumentation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g., chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences) with at least 5+ years' experience, or 3+ years' experience with a Master's degree.
• Analytical chemistry instrumentation experience (e.g., HPLC, UPLC, pH, KF, etc.); MS experience is preferred.
• HPLC/UPLC/UHPLC experience in a regulated environment and strong technical problem-solving skills.
• Empower experience required.
• Must demonstrate effectiveness in ability to train others, leadership, organization, teamwork/interpersonal skills, results orientation, and task completion.
• Must be able to handle multiple tasks concurrently and in a timely fashion.
• Possess relevant laboratory/technical, writing, and computer skills.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience with Biosimilars and associated analytical techniques.
• Electronic Lab Notebook experience.
• Pharmaceutical GMP laboratory experience.
• Custom fields experience.
• Stability study execution and/or method validation experience.

Work authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. Baxter is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Schedule

Baxter offers a flexible workplace policy requiring a minimum number of days per week onsite to support collaboration and the mission. The policy is subject to local laws and legal requirements and may be adjusted, suspended, or discontinued as business needs change.

Pay

Estimated base salary: $96,000 – $132,000 annually. Individual pay is based on location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.

Benefits

• Medical and dental coverage starting day one
• Insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with discounted company stock purchase
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employee contributions and company matching
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Educational assistance programs
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service
• Family and medical leaves of absence
• Paid parental leave
• Commuting benefits
• Employee Discount Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Childcare benefits