Scientist I

Job Summary

Salary Range: $30.00 - $32.00 per hour. Final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to experience level, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Our benefits and programs are comprehensive and thoughtfully crafted to ensure our colleagues live healthy lives and have support when it matters most.

• 401(k) plan with company contributions
• paid vacation
• holiday and personal days
• employee assistance program
• health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage

• Be able to articulate work related issues clearly and effectively to management and peers.
• Performs accurate routine testing utilizing instrumental methods of analysis (HPLC, TLC, FTIR, pH, UV-Vis) with emphasis on chromatography to meet departmental objectives.
• Updates and routes SOPs, MOAs, Specifications through Documentum as delegated by supervisor.
• Performs troubleshooting of instrumentation by applying problem solving skills.
• Provides guidance to Associate Scientist personnel when necessary.
• Documents testing in compliance with Good Documentation Practices.
• Manages work and time based on departmental priorities using own judgement and objective reasoning.
• Performs peer review of data to ensure compliance and accuracy.

• Possess a B.S. in Chemistry, Biology or related physical science.
• 1-4 years of related experience in pharmaceutical industry and a familiarity with cGMP and FDA regulations.
• Must have hands‑on experience and knowledge of chromatographic methods and related chromatography data systems (i.e. Empower).
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
• Must be flexible with continually changing projects and priorities.
• The Company’s primary business language is English.
• The successful candidate must be able to effectively speak, read, write, and understand English to perform the essential functions of the position, including independently understanding policies, procedures, training materials, and workplace communications written in English due to our heavily regulated work environment.

We offer an excellent salary and benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as life insurance, disability, 401K with company contribution, and wellness program.

Please note that joining our team does not create a guaranteed or permanent employment arrangement. All employment is at‑will, meaning both the employee and Fresenius Kabi have the right to end the employment relationship at any time, in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

Fresenius Kabi is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, immigration status, disabilities, or protected veteran status.

Fresenius Kabi is a global health care company that specializes in injectable medicines, biosimilars, and technologies for infusion, transfusion, and clinical nutrition. Our expansive portfolio of products and global network of science and manufacturing centers provide essential support for the care of critical and chronically ill patients. With more than 41,000 employees worldwide, our dedicated team is united by our shared purpose: to put lifesaving medicines and technologies in the hands of people who care for patients – and to find answers to the challenges they face.

We call this purpose caring for life.

Our U.S. headquarters is in Lake Zurich, Illinois and the company’s global headquarters is in Bad Homburg, Germany.