Development Scientist II

Werfen

Werfen is a growing, family-owned, innovative company founded in 1966 in Barcelona, Spain. We are a worldwide leader in specialized diagnostics in the areas of Hemostasis, Acute Care Diagnostics, Transfusion, Autoimmunity, and Transplant. Through our Original Equipment Manufacturing (OEM) business line, we research, develop, and manufacture customized assays and biomaterials. We operate directly in 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Our Headquarters and Technology Centers are located in the US and Europe, and our workforce is more than 7,000 strong.

We are seeking to hire an experienced Development Scientist II for our assay development team in our Research & Development department. The Development Scientist II performs a variety of tasks associated with the development of new products and manufacturing processes, the investigation into and implementation of product and process changes, and the transfer of new products and processes to the manufacturing departments. As a Development Scientist II, you will conduct the feasibility, optimization, verification, and validation experiments in support of IVD immunoassay development in the area of immunohematology. To achieve this, you will use established protocols and apply technical and scientific understanding to complete projects in a timely manner.If your degree is in medical technology, biology, or immunology, this is a great opportunity to launch your career in transfusion assay development!

This position is not eligible for sponsorship for work authorization. Therefore, if you will require sponsorship from us for work authorization now or in the future, we cannot consider your application at this time.

Research & Development Scientist (R&D Laboratory)

Responsibilities

Key Accountabilities:

Investigating and implementing the changes in product and process

Developing departmental procedures/processes, work instructions, and experimental templates

Writing protocols and technical reports under minimal supervision

Compiling raw data and organizing data for further statistical analysis

Collaborating with members of other departments to meet project objectives and deliverables

Performing specified administrative functions to ensure the day to day operations of project team and department

Implementing special projects for the project teams and department(s)

Procuring the reagents, samples, and lab supplies required for the projects

Conducting the equipment maintenance as required

Participating in identifying resources for the department including facility, equipment, personnel, and budgetary requirements

Delivering technical presentations at project and internal department meetings

Research & Development Scientist (R&D Laboratory)

Qualifications

Minimum Knowledge & Experience required for the position:

Master’s degree or higher in medical technology, biology, chemistry, immunology, or a related field

Understanding and demonstrated ability to operate under design control

Strong technical skills including: ELISA, bioassays, immunohematology, Automation, liquid handlers.

Knowledge and practice of GDP, GMP and GLP highly desirable

Adequate vision to read and interpret manual test tube reactions

ASCP certified Medical Technologist preferred

Experience in blood bank, transfusion medicine or working with human biological materials preferred

In depth understaning of experimental design

Basic scripting experience (Python, R or similar) would be an advantage.

Research & Development Scientist (R&D Laboratory)

Werfen appreciates and values diversity. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V

We operate directly in over 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Annual revenue is approximately $2 billion and more than 5,000 employees around the world comprise our Werfen team.

Regular Full-Time