Research Scientist I

Baxter • Graham, WA

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About The Position

The Research Scientist I supports the safety, quality, and performance of medical products by generating scientific insights through analytical chemistry. The role focuses on extractables and leachables studies, impurity investigations, analytical method development and transfer, and the interpretation of complex data. The scientist collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to support product development, identify risks, investigate atypical results, and contribute to decisions that improve patient care.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline with at least 5 years of relevant experience; alternatively, a Master's degree with at least 3 years of relevant experience, or a PhD with applicable analytical chemistry experience.
• Hands-on analytical chemistry experience, including wet chemistry techniques and instrumental analysis such as LC/MS/UV and GC/MS/FID.
• Experience developing, validating, and transferring analytical methods in a regulated environment.
• Working knowledge of ICH, USP, and cGxP requirements and their application in pharmaceutical or medical device development.
• Strong scientific problem-solving skills and the ability to evaluate challenges and develop effective solutions.
• Experience designing experiments, interpreting complex data, and drawing scientifically sound conclusions.
• Excellent organizational, project management, and communication skills, including the ability to manage priorities across global teams.
• Collaborative mindset and commitment to teamwork, inclusion, and continuous learning.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with analytical software platforms such as Chromeleon, Compound Discoverer, UNIFI, MassHunter, or SCIEX Analyst.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute extractables and leachables studies, analytical method development, validation, and method transfer; author protocols and reports in collaboration with subject matter experts.
• Conduct routine and complex impurity investigations using LC-MS, GC-MS, UV, FID, and related sample preparation methodologies.
• Partner with Regulatory Affairs, Toxicology, Biocompatibility, Quality, Manufacturing, and Project Management teams to support product development objectives.
• Investigate atypical, out-of-specification, and out-of-trend results, using analytical expertise and critical thinking to identify root causes and solutions.
• Develop, optimize, and maintain analytical procedures, laboratory processes, and instrumentation.
• Provide technical expertise on the interpretation and application of industry regulations, standards, and guidance documents.
• Analyze and interpret complex analytical data, identify trends and potential risks, and communicate findings to inform business and technical decisions.
• Mentor and support colleagues by sharing knowledge, best practices, and technical expertise.

Benefits

• Medical and dental coverage starting on day one.
• Basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employee contribution options and company matching.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Educational assistance programs.
• Paid holidays and paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service.
• Family and medical leaves of absence and paid parental leave.
• Commuting benefits.
• Employee Discount Program.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Childcare benefits.
• The position may be eligible for discretionary bonuses.

What This Job Offers

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