Senior Scientist

Bio-Rad Laboratories is seeking a highly motivated individual to join the Chemistry/Process Chromatography R&D team as a Senior Scientist. As the Senior Scientist you will support our efforts in the design, synthesis, evaluation, and technology transfer of new chromatographic resins. You will generate data to support product development, manufacturing, and customer applications. You will interface with R&D scientists and engineers, marketing personnel, production, and external collaborators

How You’ll Make an Impact:

• Synthesize and characterize polymeric materials used in chromatography.
• Scale up and optimize lab-scale procedures for transfer to manufacturing.
• Plan, execute, and analyze protein purification processes to support production and customer applications.
• Analyze data and draft reports of findings to present findings to both technical and non-technical colleagues.
• Critically review technical documents and act as a subject matter expert.
• Support production in improving and troubleshooting current product lines

What You Bring: 

• Education/Work Experience: PhD in Material Science and Engineering, Polymer Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field with 0-5 years of post-graduate industry experience in polymer chemistry, polymer engineering, organic synthesis, or materials characterization. Masters Degree with 3-5 years experience and demonstrated research experience will also be considered
• Broad knowledge in polymer synthesis, material characterization, and chemical analysis.
• Strong understanding of structure- property relationships of materials
• Wet chemistry experience including polymer synthesis or surface modification of polymers
• Experience in protein purification protocol design a plus.
• Experience in chromatography application testing / validation a plus.
• Demonstrate ability to problem solve, analyze data, and perform root-cause analysis.
• Strong interpersonal and technical writing skills.

Total Rewards Package: At Bio-Rad, we’re empowered by our purpose and recognize that our employees are as well. That’s why we offer a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Program that provides value, quality, and inclusivity while satisfying the diverse needs of our evolving workforce. Bio-Rad’s robust offerings serve to enrich the overall health, wealth, and wellbeing of our employees and their families through the various stages of an employee’s work and life cycle. 

Benefits: We’re proud to offer a variety of options, including competitive medical plans for you and your family, free HSA funds, a new fertility offering with stipend, group life and disability, paid parental leave, 401k plus profit sharing, an employee stock purchase program, a new upgraded and streamlined mental health platform, extensive learning and development opportunities, education benefits, student debt relief program, pet insurance, wellness challenges and support, paid time off, Employee Resource Groups (ERG’s), and more!

Compensation: The estimated annual salary for this position is $114,700 – $157,800 at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be provided in writing at the time of offer, if applicable, and is based on several factors we believe fairly and accurately impact compensation, including geographic location, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other job permitted factors. This position is eligible for a variable annual bonus, which is dependent upon achievement of your individual objectives and Company performance. 

Who We Are: For 70 years, Bio-Rad has focused on advancing the discovery process and transforming the fields of science and healthcare. As one of the top five life science companies, we are a global leader in developing, manufacturing, and marketing a broad range of high-quality research and clinical diagnostic products. We help people everywhere live longer, healthier lives. Recently voted a Best Place to Work, Bio-Rad offers a unique employee experience with collaborative teams that span the globe. Here, you are supported by leadership to build your career and are empowered to drive change that makes an impact you can see.

EEO Statement: Bio-Rad is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and we welcome candidates of all backgrounds. Veterans, people with disabilities, and people of all races, ethnicities, genders, ages, and orientations are encouraged to apply. 

Agency Non-Solicitation: Bio-Rad does not accept agency resumes, unless the agency has been authorized by a Bio-Rad Recruiting Representative. Please do not submit resumes unless authorized to do so. Bio-Rad will not pay for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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