Scientist I

Bausch + Lomb•US-NY-Rochester, NY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Analytical Chemist position supporting the Surgical Analytical + Materials Science R+D function in Rochester, NY. The role is primarily responsible for analytical testing of medical devices, components, raw materials, stability samples, validation samples, and extractables and leachables samples using established analytical methods and approved protocols. The position also supports method development, method optimization, product characterization, biocompatibility assessments, product improvement initiatives, complaint and root-cause investigations, and regulatory documentation needs for Bausch + Lomb Surgical products.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Materials Science, or a related scientific discipline required.
Working knowledge of chromatographic and mass spectrometric techniques, including HPLC/UPLC, GC-FID, GC-MS, LC-MS, HRMS, DAD, CAD, and ICP-MS.
Strong technical writing skills, including the ability to prepare clear test records, technical summaries, investigation support documentation, and final reports.
Strong attention to detail, data integrity, analytical problem solving, and ability to recognize unexpected or questionable results.
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional project teams.
4–6 years of relevant analytical chemistry experience in medical device, pharmaceutical, life sciences, materials science, or regulated R&D laboratory environments.
Demonstrated experience performing routine analytical testing using chromatography and mass spectrometry techniques, including GC/MS and LC/MS.
Experience preparing clear technical documentation, reviewing analytical data, and communicating results to technical and cross-functional stakeholders.
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

Knowledge of extractables and leachables testing, chemical characterization, sample preparation, and analytical testing of medical devices preferred.
Familiarity with ISO 10993 chemical characterization and biocompatibility expectations preferred.
Knowledge of using AI tools and agents to improve scientific productivity, literature review, data organization, technical writing, and workflow efficiency preferred.
Familiarity with Thermo Chromeleon/Compound Discoverer, Waters Empower, and Agilent ChemStation/MassHunter software platforms preferred.
Experience with extractables and leachables testing, chemical characterization, or analytical support of medical device biocompatibility assessments preferred.
Experience supporting method development, method optimization, method validation, stability testing, validation testing, complaint investigations, or product/process investigations preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform routine analytical testing of medical device samples, components, raw materials, stability samples, validation samples, and extractables and leachables samples in accordance with approved methods, protocols, and project requirements.
Execute established chromatographic and mass spectrometric methods, including HPLC/UPLC, GC-FID, GC-MS, LC-MS, HRMS, DAD, CAD, and ICP-MS methods, to generate high-quality analytical data.
Support extractables and leachables studies for medical devices, including sample preparation, extraction execution, instrumental analysis, data review, and documentation of results.
Prepare and review laboratory notebooks, test records, raw data packages, summaries, technical memos, and final reports with attention to data integrity, traceability, and audit readiness.
Support method development, method optimization, method transfer, and method validation activities under the guidance of senior scientists and project leads.
Analyze and interpret analytical data, identify trends or unexpected results, and clearly communicate observations, deviations, limitations, and recommended next steps.
Troubleshoot sample preparation issues, analytical methods, instrument performance, and data quality concerns in collaboration with senior technical staff.
Independently operate, maintain, and perform routine troubleshooting on analytical instrumentation, including gas chromatography, liquid chromatography, mass spectrometry, high-resolution mass spectrometry, charged aerosol detection, diode array detection, and ICP-MS systems.
Participate in product, process, plant, supplier, and complaint investigations by generating analytical data, reviewing evidence, and contributing scientifically sound conclusions.
Support biocompatibility and chemical characterization activities aligned with ISO 10993 expectations, including analytical chemistry support for regulatory submissions and technical responses.
Work collaboratively with R&D, Nonclinical Safety, Regulatory Affairs, Quality, Manufacturing, Supplier Quality, and external laboratories to meet project timelines and technical deliverables.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment and follow applicable company laboratory, safety, documentation, and quality procedures.
Perform other assigned analytical chemistry tasks and project support activities as needed.