E&L Research Scientist II — Regulatory‑Driven Studies

Zvh; United States; On-site; USD 128,000 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)

Paid time off 20–35 days

Job summary

Baxter is seeking a Research Scientist II in Round Lake, Illinois to lead extractables and leachables (E&L) studies. You will design experiments across medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and combination products, providing strategic direction and regulatory-aligned oversight.

Collaborate across Regulatory Affairs, Toxicology, Quality, and external labs, ensuring high-quality, compliant programs. An emphasis on leadership and project management is required.

Qualifications

• Experience with E&L programs and analytical techniques; MS knowledge.
• Ability to balance technical, regulatory, business objectives.
• Experience managing multiple projects, budgets, and priorities.
• Leadership of technical teams in a regulated environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute E&L studies for medical devices, pharma, and combo products.
• Provide strategic direction, oversight, and resource planning.
• Lead E&L studies internally and at external labs with high quality execution.

Skills

EL&L experience

Strategic thinking

Project & resource management

Leadership experience

Education

Bachelor's degree + 12+ yrs

MS +10 yrs

PhD +8 yrs

Tools

Mass spectrometry

Job description

Baxter is seeking a Research Scientist II in Round Lake, Illinois to lead extractables and leachables (E&L) studies. You will design experiments across medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and combination products, providing strategic direction and regulatory-aligned oversight.

Collaborate across Regulatory Affairs, Toxicology, Quality, and external labs, ensuring high-quality, compliant programs. An emphasis on leadership and project management is required.