Development Scientist I

Beckman Coulter Diagnostics is seeking a dedicated and dynamic individual with strong attention to detail and organization to join our R&D organization as a development scientist! The ideal candidate will be a scientifically minded individual, able to read and thoroughly comprehend scientific literature, write scientific protocols and reports following established company guidelines. General responsibilities include performing various clinical laboratory tests to obtain data following established standards, practices and procedures while exercising independent/correlated analytical judgment and maintenance of laboratory records including quality control.

CORE FUNCTIONS
Conducts chemical and urinalysis of human clinical samples (blood, urine) using microscope or automatic analyzers. Performs proficiency testing and analysis following established protocols
Reports status of experiments to manager, writes simple experimental protocols/reports with supervision, gives small data presentations
Sets up, adjusts, maintains and cleans laboratory equipment used during testing
Maintains inventory/supplies necessary for testing purposes. Organizes test data
Ensure all laboratory work is documented in compliance with company policies and regulatory bodies. Properly maintains laboratory notebooks/logbooks
Participate in verification and validation of new and modified product designs
Participates in simple process improvement projects
Trains new team members on instrument set up/maintenance and department processes.
Provides quality assurance for adherence to technical standards

CORE REQUIREMENTS
4-year bachelor's degree (Biological Sciences, Chemistry, or other STEM related field) with 3+ years of direct relevant experience
Master's degree in a scientific discipline with 1+ year of direct relevant experience
2+ years of General Clinical Laboratory experience having a combination of clinical laboratory and either clinical research laboratory or in-vitro diagnostic / biotechnology / Pharmacology (FDA regulated) laboratory experience
MT or CLS (ASCP) or equivalent certification/license highly preferred
Prior R&D and/or clinical experience in urinalysis, hematology, immunoassay, clinical chemistry, or flow cytometry preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion
Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment
Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Teams
Shows professional interest through self-development and presented a positive attitude and professional appearance.