Engineer III, Research Scientist

POSITION SUMMARY

This position will work in a multi-disciplinary environment with other engineers and scientists to develop new products and advance existing products for life science, clinical, and biodefense applications. The incumbent will design system components, carry out feasibility testing, and assess the performance of individual components and systems as a whole. Other responsibilities may include sourcing, testing and selecting new materials and reagents, developing methods for efficient or improved manufacturing processes, reformulating reagents for stability and/or manufacturability, and evaluating prototype consumables and instrumentation.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Hands-on laboratory work.
• Experimental planning and associated documentation including summary reports.
• Data analysis, summary and presentation of results.
• Design and development of new hardware and consumable systems.
• Procurement and testing of new materials and/or reagents.
• Evaluation of new designs and prototypes and suggesting directions for improvement.
• Design, validation and execution of test methods.
• Coordination with other groups within the company.
• Compliance with Quality System requirements.
• Understanding and following laboratory safety precautions and ensuring compliance with company safety policies.
• Specific duties may vary depending upon departmental requirements.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• PhD degree in a science or engineering discipline, with strong interest in multi-disciplinary work.
• Additional experience may be substituted for Master's degree.
• Excellent academic record.
• Experience with biomolecule detection systems is highly preferred.
• Experience with design of experiment, analysis of test results, and failure analysis is preferred.
• Experience with LabVIEW or other hardware interface programs and computer programming languages (C++, Python) preferred.
• Demonstrated CAD experience is highly preferred.
• Experience with SolidWorks, SDRC I-DEAS (or Unigraphics), or AutoCAD.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong scientific fundamentals and analytical background.
• Logical problem solving and demonstrated ability to organize and move project tasks forward in an orderly and structured fashion.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills in hardware, software and consumable issues.
• Excellent oral, written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Effectively communicate issues/problems and results that impact timelines, accuracy and reliability of laboratory data.
• Proficient in MS Office suite.
• A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected including the ability to multi-task and work productively in a demanding research environment with changing priorities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

* Up to 70% of the day may be spent at a lab bench
* There are aspects of the positions duties that require a person in this role to work at heights above four (4) feet on occasion

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This is a laboratory-based position: incumbent should be prepared to spend 50-70% of their time working in a laboratory environment. The incumbent should expect to work with chemical reagents and Biosafety Level 2 organisms including human blood and/or blood products on occasion.

COMPENSATION SUMMARY

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $98,800 to $150,700. This salary range represents a general guideline as MSD considers other factors when presenting an offer of employment, such as scope and responsibilities of the position, external market factors, and the candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, education and experience. Employees may qualify for a discretionary or non-discretionary bonus in addition to their base salary. These annual bonuses are intended to recognize individual performance and enable employees to benefit from the Company's overall success.

BENEFITS SUMMARY

At MSD, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and financial security. In addition to competitive salaries, our benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with prescription benefits. We provide a 401(k) plan with company matching, flexible spending accounts, and company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance as well as group life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance. Our offerings also encompass paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, and paid parental leave, along with an employee assistance program. Additional voluntary perks include a fitness club membership contribution, pet insurance, identity theft protection, home and auto insurance discounts, and optional supplemental life insurance.

EEO/AA STATEMENT

MSD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, age, protected veteran status, pregnancy, disability status, or any other protected characteristic. For our full EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit here. Meso Scale Diagnostics uses E-Verify to validate the work eligibility of candidates.