Scientist II

Job Overview

Scientist II is responsible for technical products and manufacturing support for the Phoenix product line. Key responsibilities include hands-on laboratory support for Phoenix ID/AST products, AST Broth manufacturing and raw material screening, QC and Product Support investigation testing, product and process troubleshooting, stability and qualification activities, and documentation and communication of technical results.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Responsible for design, execution, analysis and reporting of laboratory activities to screen raw material for future use in manufacture of AST broth.
• Responsible for design and performance of tasks associated with Phoenix broth problem resolution as well as formulation and process improvements.
• Designs and executes protocols, collects records and reports data in a manner consistent with departmental and ISO guidelines.
• Provides technical support as needed for other ID/AST products and processes.
• Interacts with others within ID/AST Operations, R&D, PTM, Quality, Procurement and with external vendors.
• Assist in the identification of problems and provides recommendations for solutions.
• Ability to Lead projects or represent Operations or Product Support on cross functional teams.
• Interpret experimental results and present data to scientific peers either orally or in writing.
• Serves as a technical liaison between Quality Control (QC) and Product Support by coordinating testing priorities, communicating status, and supporting timely resolution of QC and manufacturing issues.
• Plans, prepares, and executes Phoenix ID/AST and broth testing, including culture and plate preparation, panel setup, inoculation, instrument loading, and documentation of test conditions and results.
• Supports out-of-specification (OOS), Stage 2, quality notification, complaint, and other product investigations by executing approved test plans, evaluating variables, and providing data to support root-cause assessment and product disposition.
• Performs feasibility, baseline, stability, qualification, and validation testing for new or modified raw materials, broth formulations, panel configurations, laboratory supplies, and manufacturing process changes.
• Compiles, analyzes, and interprets laboratory and historical performance data; identifies trends; and prepares clear technical summaries, recommendations, and presentations for cross-functional review.
• Coordinates laboratory schedules, sample and material availability, external analytical testing, and required documentation to ensure investigational and project testing is completed within established timelines.
• Demonstrates the ability to follow established procedures according to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Must follow all BD housekeeping policies and procedures.
• Must follow all BD safety policies and procedures.
• Must be able to work overtime as required to meet BD business requirements.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

Minimum Education/Experience: B.S. or M.S. in microbiology, biochemistry or related science. Minimum of 3 years of laboratory and manufacturing/quality experience in Life Science or related discipline.

Required Skills

• Experience working with microorganisms and aseptic technique.
• Background in microbiology laboratory science.
• Possesses an understanding of biochemical techniques and basic laboratory practices including safety.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and written.
• Familiar with use of data analysis and presentation tools including EXCEL, Statistica, etc.
• A history of self-motivation is required, together with a strong background in clinical laboratory science and/or engineering.
• Ability to troubleshoot problems and assist in investigations.