Senior Scientist, Materials R&D

Senior Scientist, Materials R&D

Join BD’s Senior Scientist, Materials R&D role at BD Nogales Norte.

Job Description Summary

The R&D Senior Scientist reports directly to the Senior R&D Manager and is responsible for delivering technical excellence in the area of applied material sciences within the Specimen Management R&D organization. The R&D Senior Scientist will drive innovation activities such as technology scouting, technical feasibility studies, strengthening IP position and contributing to the new product development pipeline.

Primary Duties, Responsibilities & Authorities

• Represents the R&D function in large technology and product development programs as an extended team member, and supports less complex projects as a core team member.
• Design and execute experiments that explore technical feasibility and further development, verification, and evidence generation across all assigned programs and projects.
• Document and build technical knowledge, propose solution concepts and principles when applicable.
• Drive key product development work streams including requirements management, design verification, and design transfer to manufacturing.
• Work cross‑functionally with R&D‑Engineering, Marketing, Medical Affairs, Manufacturing, Quality and Regulatory Affairs.
• Participate in intellectual property growth; submit patent applications and invention disclosure records.
• Work independently to determine approaches to solutions.
• Adhere to Good Laboratory Practices, maintain laboratory equipment and facilities.
• Mentor and train junior team members and foster a collaborative environment.
• Travel as required to conferences, manufacturing sites, customer visits.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Materials Science & Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Biochemistry, or related field.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Sound knowledge of material science and engineering principles.
• Experience in medical device industry.
• Familiar with design control process and medical device regulations.
• Knowledge of method validation and Six Sigma methodology.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Good technical judgment and ability to convince others.
• Ability to work in a cross‑functional environment.
• Self‑motivated with a strong sense of urgency and willingness to take hands‑on work.
• Proficiency in core competency areas such as FTIR, DSC, HPLC, etc.
• Experience handling clinical specimens; blood borne pathogen safety training.
• Commitment to on‑site collaboration (minimum 4 days per week).

Benefits (summarized)

• Annual bonus and potential discretionary LTI bonus.
• Medical, dental, vision, and other health coverage.
• Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Life, AD&D, short‑term and long‑term disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan with employer match, deferred compensation, 529 plan.
• Paid time off, educational assistance, and other leave programs.
• Employee assistance programs, wellness resources, and part‑time benefits.

BD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected class.