Research Associate I - R&D F&D

This is where you save and sustain lives

At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. You'll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization, as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients.

Baxter's products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home. For over 85 years, we have pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare.

Together, we create a place where we are happy, successful and inspire each other. This is where you can do your best work.

Join us at the intersection of saving and sustaining lives—where your purpose accelerates our mission.

About Us: Baxter's Mission

At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. You’ll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization, as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients.

Baxter’s products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home. For over 85 years, we have pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare.

Together, we create a place where we are happy, successful and inspire each other. This is where you can do your best work.

Join us at the intersection of saving and sustaining lives—where your purpose accelerates our mission.

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 a Research Associate - F&D at Baxter, your work contributes directly to making a significant impact on others. It's exciting 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.

Our colleagues within our R&D organization desire to work on products that make a meaningful difference in others' lives. We are motivated by the power of teamwork and are natural leaders who are skilled at influencing others.

When you join Baxter as a Research Associate - F&D, you'll use your analytical approach to identify risks and opportunities for innovation quickly. Agile and willing to take action, you stay calm under pressure.

What you'll be doing !

• Provide support to the Formulation team in technical and operational activities.
• Complete QbD-based experiments to develop pharmaceutical injectables.
• Interpret and record analytical results and laboratory work per Baxter's GDP.
• Conduct literature searches and compile reports for respective products/projects.
• Engage in root cause analysis and propose innovative solutions.
• Assist in the scale-up and technology transfer of injectable products.
• Ensure compliance with Baxter’s Quality Manual, SOPs, and EHS&S guidelines.
• Collaborate with collaborators, customers, partners, and team members to meet project commitments and quality standards.

What you'll bring !

• Ph.D./M.Pharm  in a relevant scientific field (Pharmaceutics) or equivalent experience of 4-6 Yrs.
• Basic understanding of instruments, formulations, and regulatory guidelines.
• Work experience in injectable formulations, including complex injectables.
• Proven research papers and patents in high-impact journals.
• Hands-on experience in formulation and development.
• Outstanding problem-solving skills, adaptability, and innovative mentality.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to work effectively within a team and independently.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills to meet project deadlines.
• Collaborative and inclusive attitude with a focus on continuous improvement.

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Reasonable Accommodations

Baxter is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please click on the link here and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.

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Reasonable Accommodations

Baxter is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please click on the link here and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.

Recruitment Fraud Notice

Baxter has discovered incidents of employment scams, where fraudulent parties pose as Baxter employees, recruiters, or other agents, and engage with online job seekers in an attempt to steal personal and/or financial information. To learn how you can protect yourself, review our Recruitment Fraud Notice.