Scientist

QuidelOrtho unites the strengths of Quidel Corporation and Ortho Clinical Diagnostics, creating a world-leading in vitro diagnostics company with award-winning expertise in immunoassay and molecular testing, clinical chemistry and transfusion medicine. We are more than 6,000 strong and do business in over 130 countries, providing answers with fast, accurate and consistent testing where and when they are needed most - home to hospital, lab to clinic.

Our culture puts our team members first and prioritizes actions that support happiness, inspiration and engagement. We strive to build meaningful connections with each other as we believe that employee happiness and business success are linked. Join us in our mission to transform the power of diagnostics into a healthier future for all.

At QuidelOrtho, we are seeking a Scientist to join our Research & Development team. Responsibilities include research and development activities toward development and validation of new products and transfer of products and technologies to manufacturing. This position reports to the Director, R&D and will be onsite at our Summers Ridge and Carlsbad sites within the San Diego, CA area.

• Develops scientific plans and approaches, provides technical direction and mentoring to development associates.

• Design experiments to develop and optimize assays.

• Identifies and resolves assay performance issues.

• Collaborates with internal and external resources.

• Summarizes experimental data and draws conclusions independently.

• Determines feasibility, process development, validation, creation of documentation.

• Investigates the feasibility of applying a wide variety of scientific concepts to potential products, implements new methods or procedures.

• Transferring a multiple lateral flow assay device from R&D to manufacture.

• Troubleshooting current problems.

• Working on new platforms for LFA (Lateral Flow Assay).

• Perform other work-related duties as assigned.

Required:

• BA/BS in life science, similar field or equivalent and 7-9 years of experience or;

• MA/MS in life sciences, similar field or equivalent and 5 years of related experience or;

• PhD in life science, similar field, or equivalent and 2-5 years of related experience

• Experience in Lateral Flow Assay Research & Development required

• Experience in product development and experimental design

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously

• Ability to plan and execute experiments to prove feasibility, develop new processes and set specifications, characterize materials and set specifications, troubleshoot problems

• Ability to work within cross-functional teams

• Strong communication skills, written and verbal

• Must exhibit professionalism, confidence, maturity, and display desire to succeed, be self-motivated and proactive

• Demonstrate ability to consistently meet proposed objective times, apply competent use of project planning and project management skills

• Appropriate computer skills (e-mail, word processing, graphing software)

• This position is not currently eligible for visa sponsorship.

Preferred:

• Background in chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology, virology, immunology, or related field.

• Specific technical skills as defined by management based on anticipated and approves projects in agreement with strategic company goals and objectives

• Knowledge of scientific principles and concepts

• Knowledge of advanced methods for statistical experimental design and data analysis

• Knowledge of relevant analytical tools (Design of Experiments, Statistical Process Control, Problem Solving, etc.)

• Working knowledge of manufacturing tools and processes

• Knowledge of quality system regulations and processes

• Appropriate computer skills (e-mail, word processing, graphing software)

Internal Partners:

• Working cross functionally with multiple organizations such as Manufacturing, Quality Control, Clinical, Regulatory, and Business Units

External Partners:

• Collaborate with vendors/external companies

The work environment characteristics are representative of both office and laboratory environment and includes handling of viral and bacterial hazardous as well as infectious or potentially infectious samples.

Position requires ability to lift to 20lb on a regular basis. Walking standing and sitting for long periods of time are routine to accomplish tasks in this role.

The salary range for this position takes into account a wide range of factors including education, experience, knowledge, skills, geography, and abilities of the candidate, in addition to internal equity and alignment with market data. At QuidelOrtho, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $110,000 and is bonus eligible. QuidelOrtho offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with a 401(k) plan, employee assistance program, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off (including sick time), and paid Holidays. All benefits are non-contractual, and QuidelOrtho may amend, terminate, or enhance the benefits provided, as it deems appropriate.

QuidelOrtho believes in Equal Opportunity for all and is committed to ensuring all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, have an opportunity to apply for those positions that they are interested in and qualify for without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. QuidelOrtho is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals so that an individual can perform the duties. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and require special assistance or an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please contact us at recruiting@quidelortho.com.

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