Associate Scientist II

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

The research we do and the products we develop improve outcomes for patients around the world. As an Associate Scientist II at Baxter, your work contributes directly to making a significant impact on others. It's challenging work—and you're not on your own. Our teams collaborate cross-functionally and lead by influence. Whether guiding a team through a project or managing direct reports, our research and development team is responsible for influencing others to achieve results.

Your Team

While everyone at Baxter has a shared passion for our mission, the R&D teams play a critical role in our ability to save and sustain lives. Scientists and engineers in R&D work together to develop, test, and launch products that enhance patient care.

What you’ll be doing:

• 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.

What you’ll bring:

• 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 range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

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US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico)

This is where your well-being matters. Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance. Financial and retirement benefits include the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave. Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits. Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees. For additional information regarding Baxter US Benefits, please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site: Benefits | Baxter

Equal Employment Opportunity

Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

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