Job Information
About the Position
Introduction
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.
Our success comes from a specific focus in these rapidly evolving diagnostic areas, our commitment to customers, and our dedication to innovation and quality. We’re passionate about providing healthcare professionals the most valuable and complete solutions to improve hospital efficiency and enhance patient care.
Overview
Position Summary:
The R&D Staff/Senior Staff Scientist plans, designs, organizes and conducts complex and advanced experimentation, design and formulation of great complexity. The R&D Staff/Senior Staff Scientist is responsible for planning, organizing and conducting projects in the areas of design, fabrication, modification and evaluation and for independent technical investigations involving the application of related principles.
The position is available at Werfen's Whole Blood Hemostasis technology center in San Diego, CA which specializes in Point-of-Care medical devices for the assessment of blood coagulation and platelet function.
This role is open to those at a Staff Scientist or Senior Staff Scientist level. Final title and compensation will be based on the candidates background and experience. The salary range for this position is currently $125,000- $140,000 anually for a Staff Scientist, and $140,000- $170,000 annually for a Senior Staff Scientist. Individual compensation is based on the candidate’s qualifications for the position, including experience, skills, knowledge, education, certifications, internal equity, budget, and/or other business and organizational needs.
Responsibilities
Key Accountabilities
Essential Functions:
- Lead and contribute to all projects (development, control, analysis) for product development, launch and support.
- Lead investigations; meet specific investigation and program objectives.
- Plan, design and perform complex experiments and preparations in the laboratory; adhere to safety policies and procedures.
- Independently compile and analyze data; prepare reports and present suggestions and recommendations to management.
- Develop details and lead approach assignments with consideration of schedule, cost, reliability, simplicity, manufacturing methods and effectiveness.
- Liaise cross-functionally and with external contacts; attend and lead meetings as necessary.
- Participate in planning, leading and defining new systems, processes and/or methods. Mentor R&D team members.
- Maintain in-depth knowledge of scientific principles; keep ahead of new industry developments.
- Lead scientific discussions both internally and externally; contribute to scientific publications in peer reviewed journals.
- Ensure and maintain compliance with the Company's quality system requirements through training and adherence to policies, procedures and processes.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Knowledge & Experience Required for the Position:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required; advanced degree strongly preferred.
- Minimum of 7 years previous medical/in vitro diagnostic research experience required for the Staff level, and minimum 10 years for the Senior Staff level.
- Experience developing IVD products.
- Exceptional investigative ability is a must.
- Must have a deep understanding of the design control process.
- Expertise in designing and conducting experiments with antibodies, proteins, peptides and enzymes is required.
- Must possess an understanding of physical and chemical parameters of proteins and lipids; knowledge of the stabilization and optimization of activities of proteins and enzymes as required.
- Superior technical writing and documentation, communication, interpersonal, analytical, and presentation skills are essential.
- Experience with regulatory filings.
- Computer literacy required; knowledge of Microsoft Office (including extensive Excel skills) and significant management systems required.
- Must be flexible and creative.
- Superior analytical skills are crucial.
- Must be self-motivated and have the ability to work with minimal supervision; must also be able to work as part of a team.
If you are interested in constantly learning and being challenged on a daily basis we encourage you to submit your resume or CV.
Werfen is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workplace. Werfen strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation based upon an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable state or federal law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact NAtalentacquisition@werfen.com for assistance.
We operate directly in over 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Annual revenue is approximately $2 billion and more than 7,000 employees around the world comprise our Werfen team.
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