Development Scientist I - Danaher : Job Details

Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?

At Beckman Coulter Diagnostics, one of Danaher's 15+ operating companies, our work saves livesand we're all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.

You'll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher's system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact innovating at the speed of life.

As a global leader in clinical diagnostics, Beckman Coulter Diagnostics has challenged convention to elevate the diagnostic laboratory's role in improving patient health for more than 90 years. Our diagnostic solutions are used in routine and complex clinical testing, and are used in hospitals, reference and research laboratories, and physician offices around the world. Every hour around the world, more than one million tests are run on Beckman Coulter Diagnostics systems, impacting 1.2 billion patients and more than three million clinicians per year. From uncovering the next clinical breakthrough, to rapid and reliable sample analysis, to more rigorous decision makingwe are enabling clinicians to deliver the best possible care to their patients with improved efficiency, clinical confidence, adaptive collaboration, and accelerated intelligence.

The Development Scientist I is responsible for supporting the operation of the Development Pilot Lab. This lab is primarily responsible for building Development and Pilot lots for the Verification/Validation studies and transferring them into manufacturing at the Chaska site. As such, this associate will be responsible for assisting in the production of these lots on a routine basis. In addition, this individual will act as a liaison between Development and current production, facilitating the transfer process and assisting in troubleshooting activities. This individual will also work on future development project initiatives for the department as project priorities and pilot lot schedules allow.

This position reports to the Development Supervisor and is part of Reagent Chemistry Development Group, Pilot lab team located in Chaska, MN.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Participate in the development and commercialization of immunoassays
• Execute experiments, analyze and present conclusions to teams
• Communicate project status and data generated with cross-functional teams
• Work in a fast-paced environment and maintain timelines for multiple projects
• Work with the development and manufacturing associates to ensure a smooth transition of product transfer into manufacturing

The essential requirements of the job include:

• Bachelor's Degree in Life Science (Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology Biology or related science) and 0+ years of laboratory experience
• Training in Life Sciences (Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Microbiology, or medical related science), Laboratory Medicine, or other related clinical chemistry experience
• Knowledge of good laboratory practices and scientific methods

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Proven experience in clinical, research, manufacturing, or diagnostic setting with knowledge of immunoassay development
• Working knowledge of basic statistical methods

Beckman Coulter Diagnostics, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it's a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job.

The hourly range for this role is $32-34.25/hour. This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future.

This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.

We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law.