Research Scientist I

Baxter•Graham, WA

11h•Onsite

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! Your Team While everyone at Baxter has a shared passion for our mission, the R&D teams play a meaningful role in our ability to save and sustain lives. Scientists and engineers in R&D work together to develop, test, sustain, and launch products that improve patient care. As a Research Scientist I, you will be responsible for performing analytical testing with minimal assistance, demonstrating technical knowledge to troubleshoot problems and handle non-routine situations, assisting and mentor other team members, and embracing accountability for deliverables and leading team discussions/initiatives. While you will primarily support stability testing, you may also support new product development and/or sustaining product initiatives.

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.)
Must have 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.
Possess relevant laboratory/technical, writing, and computer skills.
Ability to organize and communicate complex information effectively with managers, peers, and subordinates.

Nice To Haves

Custom fields experience is desired.
Stability study execution and/or method validation experience is desired.
Electronic Lab Notebook experience is preferred.
Pharmaceutical GMP laboratory 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.
Perform review of test data, which includes overall documentation practices.
Perform review functions in LIMS or other computerized systems.
Use sophisticated laboratory instrumentation and computer systems to collect and record data.
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.
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