Reagent Development Scientist I

Actively Screening for Reagent Development Scientist to join medical device client in Norcross, GA!

Description

Summary:

The Reagent Development Scientist (RDS) I will join a hands-on, results driven team working to develop, optimize and validate new and existing reagent formulations of blood banking reagents in a medical device company. This role focuses on formulation and characterization of the reagents (analytical and performance testing), while having the critical thinking skills to troubleshoot and provide feedback to the sr level scientist and team members on recommended next steps. The individual will be responsible for feedback of scale ability of processes and working with manufacturing technical support team members for design transfers into operations.

Key Accountabilities:

• Executes laboratory studies for the manufacture of new and existing reagents in the Reagent Development Lab.
• Performs departmental activities according to department procedures and/or supervisory instructions
• Completes tasks within procedure or department defined time frames
• Participates in developing departmental procedures, quality plans/device master records, and/or work instructions appropriate for Qualification and Validation Study protocols required for appropriate Design Transfer into manufacturing operations
• Implements special projects and validations, as needed
• Participates in training and the development of employee skills
• Performs administrative functions to ensure the appropriate day to day departmental operations
• Participates in procuring appropriate raw materials and components required for the execution of all studies.
• Participates in forecasting future departmental needs for equipment/capital
• Participates in departmental internal audit process
• Ensures department records are legible and are stored according to procedure/work-instruction-defined protocols and time frames
• Follows applicable laboratory OSHA regulations with respect to chemical hazards, blood-borne pathogens, safety, etc.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Minimum Knowledge & Experience Required:

• Bachelors Degree (BS/BA) in Chemistry or Biology is required.
• One to two years of related work experience, general lab work or a combination of undergraduate research experience will be considered.
• Prior experience working with blood reagents is highly desirable
• Experience in IVD development is preferred
• Management has the discretion of substituting relevant work experience for a degree and/or making exceptions to the years of experience requirement.

Skills & Capabilities:

• Execution of Bench and Pilot Scale Bulk Formulations for new and existing Reagent Development.
• Capable of performing or willingness to learn ELISA's, Blood analysis (Hematology Analyzer, etc.), Absorbance (Spectrophotometer), Automated blood typing and Manual Blood typing for characterization of antibodies and Red Blood Cells
• Extremely detailed oriented
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced, agile environment and adapt to change quickly in experimental design. Excellent troubleshooting design skills are required.
• Understanding technical content (antibodies/red blood cells) for experimental design.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to operate independently and exercise good judgment
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions with recommendations to the team. Ability to communicate clearly with Subject Matter Experts (SME).
• Works well with others in a collaborative, goal-driven team environment
• Ability to effectively present information to management.
• Ability to train individuals in developed processes
• May occasionally have to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Peachtree Corners, GA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $35.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Peachtree Corners,GA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 12, 2026.

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