Research Associate III - Quality Systems

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. 

This is where you save and sustain lives

The Research Associate III will contribute routine scientific knowledge or expertise to investigation activities for achievement of project goals and solve routine experimental design or research problems with some assistance. Under direction, conduct investigations utilizing imaging and spectroscopic techniques. The person in this role will plan details of assigned tasks within specific parameters. The Research Associate will organize data, write and issue reports with minimal guidance, as well as, demonstrate working knowledge of basic and advanced technical principles for light and scanning electron microscopy and spectroscopic methodologies. Will develop knowledge and understanding of GxP and related regulations and guidance and interface with operations and manufacturing functions in issue resolution activities.

What will you be doing

• Contribute to technical feasibility analysis of complex research concepts related to particle characterization, root cause investigations, and process improvement studies.
• Synthesize results into reports, presentations, and communications to a variety of audiences.
• Evaluate results relative to product requirements, definitions and/or program goals.
• Independently plan and execute a series of design and/or technical tasks that may not be well-defined, have multiple variables, and require advanced techniques within negotiated deadlines.
• Play a lead role in the evaluation, selection and adaptation of various techniques, which accomplish business objectives such as quality and cycle-time.
• May provide training and supervision to junior members within the discipline. Routinely provide advice and assistance to team members regarding unique problems.
• Devise new approaches to complex problems through adaptations and modifications of standard technical principles. Incorporate new methods and technologies for improving existing or new products/processes.
• Maintain current knowledge of relevant QSRs and other regulatory requirements to ensure compliance in all research, data collection and reporting activities.
• Develop an in-depth knowledge and understanding of GxP and related regulations and guidance.
• Maintain focus on meeting both external and internal customer expectations.

What will you bring

• Possess relevant laboratory/technical, writing, and computer skills.
• Ability to organize and communicate complex information that engages the audience.
• Utilize a logical, methodical approach in independently solving problems, developing solutions, and making recommendations.
• Ability to make decisions when provided with limited information.
• Contribute to efforts beyond own scope of responsibilities to ensure project milestones are met.
• Ability to articulate customer needs and incorporate into work product.
• Ability to effectively mentor junior level associates.
• Ability to make routine decisions independently.
• Ability to design experiments and draw meaningful conclusions from lab data.
• Bachelors degree with 7-10 years experience or 3-5 years experience with Masters and 0-3 years experience with PhD.

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 our employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. To that end, this position has a base salary range of $88,000 to $121,000, plus an annual incentive bonus. The above range represents the expected base salary range for this position. The actual salary may vary based upon several factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills/experience, time in the role, business line, and geographic/office location.

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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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