VAVE Scientist​/Engineer

As a Manufacturing Scientist / Engineer in Global Supply Chain, you’ll support Bio‑Rad’s reagent and consumables portfolio by performing materials tear‑downs, mapping current‑state specifications, and identifying supplier/material alternatives. You’ll collaborate with R&D, QA/RA, Procurement, and Manufacturing to plan small, targeted evaluations and document evidence for change control. While you won’t be in the lab day‑to‑day, you’ll rely on a full working knowledge of common techniques (PCR/ddPCR, ELISA, Western blot, FACS, TC, MS etc).

• Lead/assist product tear‑downs of on market products (biologicals/chemicals) and define CTQs and acceptance criteria.
• Build alternatives matrices (antibody/antigen/protein/enzyme/chemical) and propose qualified alternate supply (external & internal) against performance, risk, cost, and supply continuity.
• Compile clear data packages (results summaries, COA/SDS review, vendor tech files) that accelerate ECO/change‑control approvals and dual‑sourcing.
• Partner with stakeholders to manage associated project deliverables and drive completion.

• Education:
  
  B.S. in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Materials Science, Biotechnology, or a related discipline.
• Work Experience:
  
  2+ years of experience in a similar regulated industry.
• A mid-level understanding of statistical techniques, validation methods and the ability to solve manufacturing and operational issues.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, consultative, and relationship‑management skills, with experience collaborating across R&D, QA/RA, Manufacturing, and Suppliers.
• Working knowledge of fundamental techniques and validations associated with development of protein based assays, or chemical resin production.
• Familiarity with protein/antibody fundamentals and ideally blood/plasma protein isolation and chromatograph.

This position must be based in Hercules, California
and requires the employee to be located within commuting distance of the office.

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.

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, 401k 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!

The estimated base salary range for this position is $86,600 to $119,200 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.

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 and clinical diagnostic products. We help people everywhere live longer, healthier lives. Bio‑Rad offers a unique employee experience with collaborative teams that span the globe.

Here, you are supported by leadership to build your career and are empowered to drive change that makes an impact you can see.

Bio‑Rad is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and we welcome candidates of all backgrounds. Veterans, people with physical or mental disabilities, and people of all race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin and citizenship status are encouraged to apply.