Research Scientist I (R&D, Formulation)

Overview

About B. Braun

B. Braun Medical Inc., a leader in infusion therapy and pain management, develops, manufactures, and markets innovative medical products and services to the healthcare industry. Other key product areas include nutrition, pharmacy admixture and compounding, ostomy and wound care, and dialysis. The company is committed to eliminating preventable treatment errors and enhancing patient, clinician and environmental safety. B. Braun Medical is headquartered in Bethlehem, Pa., and is part of the B. Braun Group of Companies in the U.S., which includes B. Braun Interventional Systems, Aesculap ® and CAPS ® .

Globally, the B. Braun Group of Companies employs more than 64,000 employees in 64 countries. Guided by its Sharing Expertise ® philosophy, B. Braun continuously exchanges knowledge with customers, partners and clinicians to address the critical issues of improving care and lowering costs. To learn more about B. Braun Medical, visit www.BBraunUSA.com .

Responsibilities

Position Summary:

This position shall be part of the Product Innovation group within Pharmaceutical R&D department. The incumbent shall participate in idea generation, screening, and proof-of-concept activities for building a robust pharmaceutical product portfolio. This is a laboratory based position, and the incumbent shall be responsible for designing & executing experimental protocols for assessing the technical feasibility of the conceptualized product. The focus areas include Injectable drugs (generic & 505b2), Duplex® systems, Parenteral nutrition, and Product enabling formulation and drug delivery technologies (solubilized systems, lyophilization, drug-device combinations, etc.).

Responsibilities: Essential Duties

• Plans, organizes, and conducts experiments and research activities.
• Builds and tests new designs, formulations, materials, or systems for compliance with quality and/or performance standards
• Processes and analyzes results and data.
• Collaborates with Senior/Principal Scientists and/or management to apply the results of research and develop new techniques.
  
  

The job function listed is not exhaustive and shall also include any responsibilities as assigned by the Supervisor from time to time.

Expertise: Knowledge & Skills

• Requires full working knowledge of relevant business practices and procedures in professional field. Uses standard theories, principles, and concepts and integrates them to propose course of action.
• Knowledge of USP, EP, cGMP/GLP, FDA CFR & ICH regulations and guidelines.
• Working knowledge of chemical theories, concepts, test methods and instrumental methods.
• Analytical and research skills
• Strong communication (written and verbal), attention to detail and organizational skills
• Works under general supervision. Relies on experience and judgement to plan and accomplish assigned goals. May periodically assist in orienting, training, assigning & checking the work of other peers.
• Judgement is required in resolving complex problems based on experience.
• Contacts are primarily with direct supervisor, peers and subordinates.
  
  

The targeted range for this role takes into account a range of factors that are considered when making compensation and hiring decisions; included but not limited to: skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The range provided is a reasonable estimate.

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Target Based Range

$89,291.00- $111,611.00

Qualifications

Expertise: Qualifications - Experience/Training/Education/Etc

Required

• Master's degree required or equivalent combination of Bachelor’s degree and directly relevant experience and certifications.
• 6-8 years related experience
• Applicable industry certification preferred
  
  

Desired

• N/A
  
  

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

Additional Information

Responsibilities: Other Duties:

The preceding functions have been provided as examples of the types of work performed by employees assigned to this position. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this description are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments of different positions due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Strength

• Moderate work - Exerting up to 40 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
  
  

Lifting, Carrying, Pushing, Pulling And Reaching

• Occasionally: Reaching upward and downward, Push/pull,
• Frequently: Standing, Sitting, Visual Acuity with or without corrective lenses
• Constantly: N/A
  
  

Activities

• Occasionally: Reaching upward and downward, Push/pull, Walking, Talking
• Frequently: Standing, Sitting, Visual Acuity with or without corrective lenses, Hearing
• Constantly: N/A
  
  

Environmental Conditions

• Occasionally: Work with chemicals in laboratory environment and wear personal protective equipment
• Frequently: N/A
• Constantly: N/A
  
  

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Noise Intensity: Moderate
• Occasionally: Production/manufacturing environment
• Frequently: N/A
• Constantly: Lab environment
  
  

What We Offer

B. Braun offers an excellent benefits package, which includes healthcare, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement. To learn more about B. Braun and our safety healthcare products or view a listing of our employment opportunities, please visit us on the internet at www.bbraunusa.com.

Through its “Sharing Expertise®” initiative, B. Braun promotes best practices for continuous improvement of healthcare products and services.

Notices

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled