Sr. Staff Scientist; Chromatography Media Design

In this role, the successful candidate will provide supervisory oversight to the R&D team and technical leadership to project teams, ensuring the effective synthesis and characterization of polymeric materials used in chromatography. The position will involve scaling up and optimizing laboratory-scale procedures for transfer to manufacturing, as well as designing and executing protein purification processes to support both production operations and customer applications.

Responsibilities also include analyzing experimental data, preparing comprehensive reports, and presenting findings to diverse audiences. Additionally, the candidate will critically review technical documentation and serve as a trusted subject matter expert within the organization.

In this role, the successful candidate will provide technical and supervisory leadership to a multidisciplinary R&D team engaged in the design, synthesis, and characterization of polymeric and functional materials for chromatography applications. The individual will be responsible for developing and optimizing stationary phase chemistries, scaling laboratory formulations to pilot and manufacturing scale, and designing protein purification workflows that align with both internal product development and customer application needs.

The role also requires strong analytical and data interpretation skills, the ability to prepare comprehensive technical reports, and effective presentation of findings to cross-functional and external stakeholders. As a senior technical contributor, the candidate will critically evaluate experimental designs, guide scientific investigations, and serve as a chromatography subject matter expert within the organization.

• Drive innovation in chromatography media design by developing and optimizing polymeric resins and surface chemistries.
• Design, execute, and analyze protein purification experiments to assess resin performance and application suitability.
• Translate laboratory-scale synthesis and purification processes into scalable, manufacturable procedures in partnership with Operations.
• Develop and validate robust chromatographic methods supporting product feasibility, optimization, and commercialization.
• Serve as a technical authority in chromatography and separation science, supporting internal teams and customer-facing discussions.
What You Bring
• Education: Ph.D. in Polymer Science, Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, or a related discipline.
• Experience: 10+ years of post-graduate industry experience with a strong emphasis on chromatography media development, polymer synthesis, and protein purification applications. Proven track record in functional polymer design, surface modification, and materials characterization relevant to separation media. Practical experience in protein purification workflows (affinity, ion exchange, size exclusion, or hydrophobic interaction chromatography) and data interpretation from chromatographic runs. Demonstrated ability to lead technical teams, manage complex R&D projects, and communicate effectively across scientific and operational functions.
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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, 401(k) 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 base salary range for this position is $153,100 to $210,600 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…