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)

Key Accountabilities:

Investigating and implementing the changes in product and process
• Developing and ingrating assays onto automated diagnostics platforms
• 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)

Minimum Knowledge & Experience required for the position:

• Master's degree or above in medical technology, biology, chemistry, immunology, or a related field
• Prevoius expirience in IVD development is highly desirable
• Understanding and demonstrated ability to operate under design control
• Strong technical skills including: ELISA, bioassays, immunohematology, antigen and antibody development, basic statistical analysis, design of expeiment.
• Previous experience with automated systems is a plus
• Knowledge and practice of GDP, GMP and GLP highly desirable
• Adequate vision to read and interpret manual test tube reactions
• ASCP certified Medical Technologist is a plus
• Experience in blood bank, transfusion medicine or working with human biological materials preferred

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.

www.werfen.com