Scientist — Reagent and Development

Country

United States

Shift

1st

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.

Job Summary

Entry-level scientist responsible for performing laboratory experiments and scientific activities supporting the development, optimization, characterization, and support of immunohematology reagents and in‑vitro diagnostic assays.

Works under established procedures and with guidance from more experienced scientists to execute experiments, collect, analyze and interpret data, maintain accurate scientific documentation, and contribute to project objectives. Develops foundational technical expertise in immunohematology, reagent development, assay development, experimental design, and scientific problem solving.

Key Accountabilities

• Performs laboratory experiments and scientific activities in support of immunohematology reagent and assay development using established methods, procedures, and fundamental scientific principles.
• Supports development and optimization of immunohematology reagents and assays under the direction of experienced scientists.
• Performs routine laboratory testing and experimental activities involving immunohematology and immunoassay methods.
• Prepares reagents, samples, and experimental materials in accordance with established procedures.
• Collects, records, organizes, and maintains accurate experimental data, laboratory notebooks, technical documentation, and study records.
• Performs basic analysis and interpretation of experimental results and communicates observations to project team members.
• Assists with troubleshooting of routine laboratory and technical problems and escalates unexpected or complex issues appropriately.
• Supports reagent characterization, assay optimization, stability studies, performance evaluations and verification/validation activities for product development and lifecycle support.
• Follows established quality systems, laboratory procedures, safety requirements and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrates increasing independence in laboratory execution, experimental planning, data interpretation, and technical problem solving while performing other assigned responsibilities.
• Participates in cross-functional activities, effectively communicates technical information, and develops knowledge of relevant scientific literature, technologies, and competitive products.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Networking/Key relationships

• Works closely with R&D scientists and other laboratory personnel to execute development activities.
• Collaborates with Quality, Regulatory, Manufacturing, and other functions as required by assigned projects.
• Seeks technical guidance from more experienced scientists when addressing unfamiliar or complex problems.