Scientist - Biotech jobs in Santa Clara, CA

As a Scientist in the Tech Transfer group, you'll support the transfer of new products from R&D to Bio-Rad's manufacturing facilities. You'll primarily focus on droplet digital PCR reagents and assays, but you'll have opportunities to work on multiple product lines. You'll partner with R&D to gain an understanding of how to make and test the new product. You'll develop, draft, and train your partners in manufacturing on new production and quality control procedures. You'll support material setup activities, plan and drive development builds, and establish pass / fail specifications for the new quality control tests.

How You'll Make An Impact:

• Ensure the smooth transfer and successful launch of the new product by working closely with R&D and various teams in Bio-Rad's manufacturing plants.
• Draft robust production procedures, and perform hands-on training of Production personnel.
• Develop and draft relevant and effective QC test procedures, train QC personnel, and set data-driven pass / fail specs.
• Assist with material setup in SAP.
• Develop a solid understanding of the new products and their manufacturing processes to assist in troubleshooting and post-launch support.

What You Bring:

• Education: Bachelor's degree plus significant experience in biochemistry or a related field
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.

Work Experience:

• Experience with new product development and / or product transfer and scale up is strongly preferred.
• Experience with Lean Six Sigma and related statistical tools is preferred.
• Experience with droplet digital applications is a plus.

Total Rewards Package: At Bio-Rad, we're empowered by our purpose and recognize that our employees are as well. That's why we offer a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Program that provides value, quality, and inclusivity while satisfying the diverse needs of our evolving workforce. Bio-Rad's robust offerings serve to enrich the overall health, wealth, and well-being of our employees and their families through the various stages of an employee's work and life cycle.

Benefits: We're proud to offer a variety of options, including competitive medical plans for you and your family, free HSA funds, a new fertility offering with a stipend, group life and disability, paid parental leave, 401k plus profit sharing, an employee stock purchase program, a new upgraded and streamlined mental health platform, extensive learning and development opportunities, education benefits, student debt relief program, pet insurance.

Compensation: The estimated base salary range for this position is $89,300 to $122,800 at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be provided in writing at the time of offer, if applicable, and is based on several factors we believe fairly and accurately impact compensation, including geographic location, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other job-permitted factors. This position is eligible for a variable annual bonus, which is dependent upon the achievement of your individual objectives and Company performance

Who We Are: For 70 years, Bio-Rad has focused on advancing the discovery process and transforming the fields of science and healthcare. As one of the top five life science companies, we are a global leader in developing, manufacturing and marketing a broad range of high-quality research and clinical diagnostic products. We help people everywhere live longer, healthier lives. Recently voted Best Place to Work, Bio-Rad offers a unique employee experience with collaborative teams that span the globe. Here, you are supported by leadership to build your career and are empowered to drive change that makes an impact you can see.

EEO Statement: Bio-Rad is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and we welcome candidates of all backgrounds. Veterans, people with physical or mental disabilities, and people of all races, colors, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, and citizenship statuses are encouraged to apply.

Agency Non-Solicitation: Bio-Rad does not accept agency resumes unless the agency has been authorized by a Bio-Rad Recruiting Representative. Please do not submit resumes unless authorized to do so. Bio-Rad will not pay for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.