Senior Scientist -Product Support

Werfen; Orangeburg (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Werfen is seeking a scientifically proficient individual for a position demanding advanced expertise in hematology and scientific methods. Candidates should possess either a Bachelor's with 7 years, a Master's with 5 years, or a Ph.D. with minimal experience. Responsibilities include applying scientific methods, mentoring, and documentation. An annual salary range of $110,000 to $130,000 is offered, dependent upon education and experience, with travel requirements at approximately 10%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's plus 7 years, Master's plus 5 years, or Ph.D. plus 0-1 year of relevant experience.
• Expertise in hematology and interpretation of hematologic data.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Applies scientific method and experimental design in problem solving.
• Performs assignments requiring specialized skills and directs work of others.
• Maintains accurate laboratory notebooks and writes technical summaries.

Skills

Technical leadership

Problem solving skills

Effective time management

Team management

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. Degree

Tools

Blood analysis techniques

Job description

Position Summary

Fully competent in one or more scientific/technical areas. Plans and conducts scientific assignments requiring mastery of specialized techniques.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Applies scientific method and experimental design in problem solving. Uses scientific expertise to provide solutions to a broad range of difficult solutions are original, thorough and practical. Consistently communicates progress status to supervisor.
• Performs complicated or demanding assignments requiring specialized skills. May offer solutions that are creative and/or inventive.
• Defines short and mid-term objectives and implements plan to accomplish objectives.
• May direct the work of other personnel.
• Maintains accurate, precise, and legible laboratory notebooks. Frequently communicates status updates across the Maintains good documentation. Writes reports and technical summaries. May represent the company to outside organizations.
• Continually broadens professional expertise through comprehensive knowledge of scientific literature and competitive products.
• Handles broad assignments and objectives under minimal supervision. Accomplishes objectives.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Networking/Key Relationships

• Responsible for cross-functional collaboration for technical solutions related to released (on-market) product support primarily as well as working with R&D during new product development, with a focus on manufacturability and transfer into manufacturing. Frequent inter-organizational and outside. May represent the company to outside organizations on technical issues.

The annual salary range Werfen reasonably expects to pay for the position is $110,000 to $130,000. Compensation is reasonably based upon multiple factors including education, relevant experience, skillset, knowledge, and specific needs of the business.

Qualifications

Education

• Knowledge acquired through a Bachelor's, Master's Degree or Ph.D. Degree

Experience

• Bachelor's plus 7 years of relevant experience or
• Master's plus 5 years of relevant experience or
• Ph.D. degree plus 0 - 1 year of experience
• Hematology experience required, including expertise in blood analysis techniques, interpretation of hematologic data, and familiarity with relevant laboratory methodologies.

Skills & Capabilities

• Technical leadership, problem solving skills, effective time management, team management, effective in building cross-functional relationships and effective communication.
• Duties require broad use and application of scientific principles, theories and concepts in field of expertise.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Must demonstrate the ability to perform all duties and responsibilities higher than Scientist III level.

Travel Requirements

• Approximately 10% of time

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Werfen is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workplace. Werfen strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation based upon an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable state or federal law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact [e-mail] for assistance.