Research Associate I Job in Bengaluru at Baxter International

Baxter is hiring for the role of Research Associate I!

Responsibilities of the Candidate:

• Execute experiments towards method development, method validations/ qualifications to support new product development and sustaining product projects, under supervision
• Work collaboratively with senior members of the team in activities such as sample preparation for analysis and operation of advanced analytical instruments based on various Chromatographic Spectrometric and allied methods
• Provide support as needed in the calibration and maintenance of equipment in the laboratory
• Apply theory & principles and technical learnings to execute projects/ develop and improve methods and products
• Be innovative. Analyze and propose solutions to research problems
• Recommend new analytical techniques to enhance the lab's capability and productivity
• Document laboratory work performed per Baxter’s GDP
• Work in compliance with current industry standards, and regulatory guidelines (e.g., Data Integrity, ALCOA, ICH, ISO)
• Follow Baxter’s Quality Manual, SOPs, and Environmental Health, Safety & Sustainability (EHS&S) guidelines in day-to-day activities, to ensure proactive compliance and continuous improvement
• Participate in Baxter’s corporate social responsibility, and imbibe the values and culture

Requirements:

• Understanding (working principles, instrumentation, potential applications) of chromatographic techniques (e.g., HPLC, UPLC, GC, IC) with various detection techniques
• Good understanding of (complex) sample matrix, applicable separation methodologies, and influence of sample matrix on analytical methodology/ interferences
• Theoretically strong in spectrometric techniques like mass spectrometry & related advanced techniques and spectroscopic techniques (e.g., UV-Vis, FTIR)
• Hands-on experience in the operation of analytical tools/ instruments (e.g., balances, pH meter, oven, centrifuge, water bath, sonicator, shaker, etc.)
• Good understanding of basic wet chemistry techniques like weighing, serial dilution, pipetting techniques, sample preparation, pH measurement, filtration, evaporation, liquid-liquid extraction, etc.
• Knows the formulation concepts of large volume parenteral and chemistry of solid-liquid interfacial behavior of PVC and related container closure system, generation of leachables
• Should have high learning agility, adaptability, and innovative mindset along with good presentation skills, team connect, and collaboration
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to objectively collect, assess, organize, and communicate information
• Understands the organizational priorities, commits to work assigned, and meets project deliverables promptly