Scientist III
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 25, 2026. First seen by Alion on Aug 21, 2026. BD scores A on the Alion truth index.
We are the people who give possibilities purpose
BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us-from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year-to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.
Job Description
The Scientist III role is responsible for leading process improvements, process resolutions, tech transfers, and GP improvement projects at a Bioprocess manufacturing setting. He/she works on complex problems where analysis of situations or data requires in-depth evaluation using scientific and problem-solving tools while following GMP policies and procedures. The role is accountable for leading and executing projects with coordination across the manufacturing site(s).
Responsibilities:
Design and execute experiments and projects at the pilot and manufacturing scale to support data generation and analysis.
Formulate and conduct systematic investigations of product and process problem areas with minimal guidance.
Analyze and interpret experimental data, including protocols and reports, and plan appropriate follow-up experiments based on findings.
Track projects progress and current developments that affect the overall project and business portfolio
Apply scientific and engineering principles to execute project assignments.
Plan, prioritize, schedule, and execute project deliverables within required timelines with minimal guidance.
Lead projects and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including Regulatory, Quality, Procurement, Research and Development, Engineering, and Operations.
Maintain effective relationships with technical support teams across the organization.
Understand key issues related to ongoing departmental projects and help determine appropriate courses of action.
Lead process efficiency improvement and lead-time reduction projects.
Establish, implement, and maintain SOPs and logbooks related to troubleshooting, experimental planning, and data gathering.
Assess changes to manufacturing processes, test protocols, products, and raw materials, and provide feedback on requirements needed for proper evaluation.
Review and provide input on strategies for process and material qualifications.
Interpret experimental results and communicate findings to cross-functional teams to support decision-making.
Prepare and deliver functional presentations, summaries, and reports using standard formats and appropriate grammar and punctuation.
Interface with other departments, facilities, and corporate partners to support product development.
Follow all Waters housekeeping and safety policies and procedures.
Perform other related duties and assignments as required.
Education:
Bachelor of Science degree in Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Chemistry or other related field
Experience:
5 years’ experience in the medical device or pharmaceutical industry.
Prior experience with protein chemistry, conjugation, purification, and/or flow cytometry. Proficient in handling infectious biological samples is a plus.
Experience developing or improving manufacturing processes for medical devices or pharmaceutical products.
Knowledge and Skills:
Knowledge of Current Good Manufacturing Practices, Quality Systems and Operational Process Optimization.
Knowledge of standard laboratory practices, statistics, and computer skills.
Knowledge and experience with Lean, Six Sigma and Operational Excellence tools, highly recommended.
Fully bilingual, English and Spanish.
Demonstrates working knowledge and practical ability in a variety of complex laboratory procedures, established techniques, instruments and equipment.
Knowledge of process, product and material validations.
Proficient with MS office suite. Working knowledge of Minitab or other statistical software is a plus.
Effective written and oral communication skills, including data and results presentation to team members.
Why Join Us?
To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.
We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.
To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.
Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
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