Research Scientist I

Baxter International Inc. • Round Lake, IL

1d • $96,000 - $132,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

This is where your work makes a difference. At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond. Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results. Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride. Your Role at Baxter This is where your work saves lives. The research we do and the products we develop improve outcomes for patients around the world. As a Research Scientist I at Baxter, your work contributes directly to making a significant impact on others. We collaborate cross-functionally and lead by influence. As a key part of projects, our research and development team is responsible for delivering results to drive decisions and ensure safety of our existing and new products. We work on products that make a meaningful difference in others' lives. When you join Baxter, you'll use your analytical approach to identify risks and opportunities for innovation. Agile and willing to take action, you stay calm under pressure!

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in relevant scientific discipline (e.g. chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences) with at least 5+ years' experience or 3+ years' experience with a Masters degree.
• Analytical chemistry instrumentation experience (e.g. HPLC, UPLC, pH, KF, etc) and MS experience is preferred.
• Must have HPLC/UPLC/UHPLC experience in a regulated environment and strong technical problem-solving skills.
• 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.
• Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Nice To Haves

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

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 investigation.
• Independently evaluate results and impact to studies/laboratory.
• May 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, which includes 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.
• Proposes and drives solutions to complex technical problems in area of expertise.
• Maintain laboratory safety requirements, perform equipment maintenance/calibration, and troubleshoot instrumentation.

Benefits

• medical and dental coverage that start on day one
• insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level