Scientist II

Description

The estimated salary range for this role based in California is between $ 91,500 and $ 136,574 annually. This role is eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and individual performance per bioMerieuxs bonus program. This range may differ from ranges offered for similar positions elsewhere in the country given differences in cost of living. Actual compensation within this range is determined based on the successful candidates experience and will be presented in writing at the time of the offer.
In addition, bioMrieux offers a competitive Total Rewards package that may include:

• A choice of medical (including prescription), dental, and vision plans providing nationwide coverage and telemedicine options
• Company-Provided Life and Accidental Death Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan including a generous non-discretionary employer contribution and employer match.
• Adoption Assistance
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Commuter Benefits
• Various voluntary benefit offerings
• Discount programs
• Parental leaves

Position Summary:

The Scientist II is responsible for initiating, directing, and executing scientific research and/or development strategies for bioMrieux through a research staff or individual studies. Scientist II investigates the feasibility of applying a wide variety of scientific principles and concepts to potential inventions, products, and problems. Must be familiar with a variety of the fields concepts, practices, and procedures including PCR, real-time RT-PCR, and use of fluorescence-based nucleic acid detection techniques. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

The position requires expertise in laboratory technical and organizational skills, attention to detail, critical thinking, troubleshooting and problem-solving, data analysis, and a dedication to the mission and goals of the department and bioMrieux. The Scientist II normally receives no instructions on routine work, and general instructions on new assignments.

This is a full-time onsite position.

Primary Duties:

• Performs all work in compliance with company policy and within the guidelines of bioMrieuxs Quality System.
• Follows policies and procedures and conducts oneself professionally and in accordance with the bioMrieux Employment Handbook.
• Supervises research associates in daily operations.
• Works on complex problems which require expert knowledge of scientific principles and concepts and advanced analytical skills.
• Plans, executes and/or oversees the execution of laboratory research in the service of one or more department projects.
• Maintains broad knowledge of state-of-the-art principles and theories.
• Makes contributions to literature and presents at conferences.
• May advise senior management on research and development project(s).
• Participates in development of patent applications.
• Responsible for development of a research group.
• Required to interact with various company departments.
• Uses professional concepts to contribute to the development of company concepts and principles and to achieve objectives in creative and effective ways.
• Demonstrates potential for technical proficiency, scientific creativity, collaboration with others, and independent thought.
• Ensures data integrity and accurate record-keeping by participating in and overseeing research associates and/or associate scientists in collecting, recording (e.g., via electronic laboratory notebooks and study worksheets), analyzing, and verifying data in compliance with bioMrieux SOPs, WIDs, and Study Protocols.

Training and Education:

• Requires a PhD in a scientific discipline or equivalent.
• Work experience in lieu of a degree is not accepted

Experience:

• Minimum 6 years experience in research and/or development environment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must demonstrate expertise in molecular biology, microbiology, infectious disease, and/or clinical laboratory diagnostics.
• Mastery of common laboratory procedures.
• Ability to independently manage projects and employees and report areas of risk as they arise.
• Competent in experimental design and data analysis, including statistical assessments.
• Demonstrated skills in scientific/technical writing and oral presentations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word).

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Domestic or international travel may be required, not exceeding 5% of time
• Must be able to safely lift and maneuver 40 lbs