Associate Scientist II

Overview

This is where
your work makes a difference.

At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond.

Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results.

Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride.

Your Role at Baxter

This is where your work saves lives

• Conduct critical chemical and physical analyses on finished product R&D stability samples, and support testing of raw materials and other R&D initiatives. Work under minimum supervision to ensure flawless results.

• Act as a study director for studies, independently evaluating results and determining their impact on studies and laboratory operations.

• Provide training and supervision to junior members within the laboratory, offering advice and assistance on complex problems.

• Review test data meticulously, perform documentation reviews in LIMS and other computerized systems.

• Apply sophisticated laboratory instrumentation and computer systems for data collection and recording.

• Participate in validations and transfers, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

• Perform detailed chemical assays, applying advanced analytical skills and a deep understanding of chemistry principles.

• Complete all testing, including special project/protocol testing, in a timely manner to meet ambitious project schedules.

• Maintain data integrity and ensure compliance with company SOPs, FDA regulations, and other quality standards.

• Collaborate with various departments to solve problems, boost efficiency, improve quality, and provide outstanding product support.

• Support project teams, leading initiatives and making critical decisions to drive success.

• Influence program, project, and functional leadership, proposing and driving solutions to complex technical challenges.

• Maintain laboratory safety standards, perform equipment maintenance/calibration, and troubleshoot sophisticated instrumentation.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a relevant scientific field (e.g., chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences) with at least 2+ years of proven experience.

• Experience working with analytical chemistry instruments such as HPLC, pH meters, UV spectroscopy, titrations, particle analysis, TOC, flame photometry, and sample extraction techniques. Familiarity with GC and LC-MS is an advantage.

• Proficiency in a regulated environment and strong technical problem-solving skills.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, strong analytical abilities, and keen attention to detail.

• Experience with Electronic Lab Notebooks and pharmaceutical GMP laboratories is preferred.

• Experience with Empower software is advantageous.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently and efficiently.

• Strong laboratory/technical, writing, and computer skills.

• Ability to effectively coordinate and communicate complex information with managers and peers.

Baxter is committed to supporting the needs for flexibility in the workplace. We do so through our flexible workplace policy which includes a required minimum number of days a week onsite. This policy provides the benefits of connecting and collaborating in-person in support of our Mission. The flexible workplace policy is subject to local laws and legal requirements. At its discretion, Baxter may decide to adjust, suspend, or discontinue as business needs change.

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $80,000- $120,000 annually. The estimated…