Research Associate III - Chemical Characterization

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. 

Your Role at Baxter

This is where your work saves lives.

We currently have an opening for a versatile Analytical Chemist who can play the role of analytical lead, direct and execute lab experiments, and facilitate Operational Excellence in the Medication Delivery R&D chemistry lab in Round Lake, Illinois.

What you'll be doing:

• Act as a study contributor, such as aiding in the design and execution of extractables and leachables, method development, validation, and transfer studies.
• Conduct impurities studies (routine and non-routine) by performing chemical analysis utilizing LC, GC, and/or ICP with various detections including MS and associated wet chemistry and sample preparation techniques.
• Collaborate with other functions such as project management, regulatory, extractables, toxicology, biocompatibility, manufacturing and quality in project teams.
• Participate in investigations that correspond to atypical or out-of-specification/out-of-trend results.  Leverage critical thinking skills to drive the investigation to conclusions based on sound scientific principles.
• Create, update, and maintain equipment and analytical procedures.
• Maintain knowledge of and demonstrate adherence to relevant Quality System Regulations and other regulatory requirements related to R&D (product development, design and safety) to ensure compliance in all research, data collection and reporting activities. This applies to governmental and international industry requirements, procedures, regulations, and standards e.g., related to method validation (USP, ICH).
• Have an in-depth knowledge and understanding of cGxP and related regulations and guidance
• Leverage operational excellence in the execution of laboratory activities.
• Evaluate analytical results, identify trends, exceptions, and interpretation of results relative to product requirements, definitions and/or project goals.
• Competent in interpreting analytical data and presenting in a form that is suitable for a wide-ranging audience.
• Communicate clearly with management, peers, cross-functional teammates, and non-technical audiences by openly sharing project status and hurdles and seeking input from other team members.

What you'll bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline (such as Analytical or Organic chemistry) with at least 5+ years, MS with at least 3+ years, or PhD with at least 0 + years of experience in relevant discipline.
• Required knowledge and demonstrated experience of analytical chemistry with relevant laboratory skills (hands-on experience with wet chemical techniques and instrumental analysis including LC/MS/UV, GC/MS/FID, and ICP-MS).
• Experienced with analytical method development, validation, and transfer.
• Possesses a good understanding of ICH, USP guidelines and cGxP practice.
• Experience with MassHunter, Sciex Analyst, Empower, E-noval and/or other analytical instruments software systems.
• Ability to learn quickly and to solve problems in a timely manner using critical thinking and analytical chemistry skills.
• Designs experiments and draws meaningful conclusions from lab data in addition to critically review peers’ work.
• Demonstrates quality and detail-oriented work.
• Provides and accepts critical feedback from others in a constructive manner.
• Adapts to changes and has an Agile mindset.
• Works in a team environment and demonstrates an inclusive attitude.
• Embraces diversity and inclusion, values differences.
• Willingness to work across multiple time zones.
• Possess strong time management and project management skills.

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 $96,000 to $132,000 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. 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

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