Senior QC Scientist, Multiomics

Job Description Summary

BD is revolutionizing single-cell biology through the invention and application of technologies - such as BD Rhapsody™ and BD™ AbSeq - to enable researchers to delineate the complexity of biology. The successful candidate will be an excellent molecular biologist for the QC testing of BD multiomics products. She or he will empower the delivery of single-cell analysis to a growing customer base. Success in this role requires strong molecular biology expertise, exceptional problem-solving skills, and motivation to enable customers with new technologies.

Job Description

Be part of something bigger!

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world and is advancing the world of health by improving medical discovery, diagnostics and the delivery of care. We have over 65,000 employees and a presence in virtually every country around the world to address some of the most challenging global health issues.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Extensive knowledge of genomics, single-cell multiomics (scM) including cell culture, nucleic acid isolation/quantification, library prep, PCR, RT-PCR, and NGS skills.
• With minimal supervision and assistance, support R&D and BPE in the transfer of new test methods into manufacturing following the Global Product Development System.
• Works closely with R&D and BPE to create final product release specifications
• Prepares and submits QC specifications, WI's, QM reports and routing for new products into SAP
• Serves as a lead chemist by assisting with technical problem solving, resolving day to day operational problems.
• Evaluates product failures, writes Variance Report, presents recommendation to Material Review Board (MRB)
• Independently performing root cause analysis for product complaints through experiments involving scM/applications and production process evaluations including physical property or analytical data analysis.
• Responsible for the timely documentation of the results and conclusions.
• May be responsible for the writing and execution of Installation Qualification, Gage R&R and validation protocols.
• Reviews batch records following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Documentation practices (GDP)
• Assists in the development and evaluation of new procedures and techniques as assigned.
• Effectively provides feedback, makes recommendation for process improvement.
• May be responsible for leading special projects to improve existing methods or to support new product transfers.
• Assists and mentors fellow associates to develop skills and techniques.
• Trains lower-level associates in processes and procedures.
• Keeps abreast of the basic requirements for compliance in own area of work and complies with those requirements and raises concerns/issues to the management.
• Promotes a safe work environment

Education and Experience:

• Requires a minimum of a Bachelor's degree with 10 years of experience or Master's degree with 5 years of experience in biological sciences or related field
• A minimum of 5 years experience in an FDA or ISO/GMP-regulated production environment
• Experience with NGS and Genomics data and analysis.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with single-cell RNA-seq assays or other NGS assays highly desirable
• In-depth knowledge of BD Rhapsody and AbSeq products.
• Molecular biology and/or immunology background preferred
• Experience/Familiar with nucleic acid isolation, library prep, PCR, and RT-PCR techniques.
• Experience in basic statistical analysis.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company's receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD's Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

Why join us?

A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that empowers you to bring your authentic self to work. Here our associates can fulfill their life's purpose through the work that they do every day.

You will learn and work alongside inspirational leaders and colleagues who are equally passionate and committed to fostering an inclusive, growth-centered, and rewarding culture. Our Total Rewards program - which includes competitive pay, benefits, continuous learning, recognition, career growth, and life balance components - is designed to support the varying needs of our diverse and global associates.

To learn more about BD visit https://jobs.bd.com/

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USA CA - San Diego (BDB)

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NA (United States of America)