Scientist I

QuidelOrtho unites the strengths of Quidel Corporation and Ortho Clinical Diagnostics, creating a world-leading in vitro diagnostics company with award-winning expertise in immunoassay and molecular testing, clinical chemistry and transfusion medicine. We are more than 6,000 strong and do business in over 130 countries, providing answers with fast, accurate and consistent testing where and when they are needed most - home to hospital, lab to clinic.

Our culture puts our team members first and prioritizes actions that support happiness, inspiration and engagement. We strive to build meaningful connections with each other as we believe that employee happiness and business success are linked. Join us in our mission to transform the power of diagnostics into a healthier future for all.

As we continue to grow as QuidelOrtho, we are seeking a Scientist I to support our B313 Analytical Lab. This position is part of a quality control laboratory team environment and will be responsible for in-process and final release testing, good laboratory practices, and analytical instrument maintenance for the B313 Analytical Laboratory. This position provides career exposure to: the regulated medical device industry, manufacturing quality control environment, collaborations with various technical groups, validation activities and processes, various laboratory studies and investigational work, along with a robust, production driven, sample testing daily workload.

This position will be onsite full-time in Rochester, NY.

Schedule Info: 40+ Hours/week on a rotational shift schedule Monday - Friday (Occasional Saturday may be required based on business needs and lab staffing)

Works weekly rotational shift schedule as assigned, schedules are subject to change per business requirements. Current rotational schedule is A shifts (7:00 am -3:10 pm), B shifts (3:00pm - 11:10PM) and C shifts (11 pm - 7:10 am).

General rotation is in two-week increments. (B shift rotation will include 1 week Sunday - Thursday, and 1 week Monday - Friday)

The Responsibilities

• Works weekly rotational shift schedule as assigned, schedules are subject to change per business requirements. Current rotational schedule is A shifts (7:00 am -3:10 pm), B shifts (3:00 pm - 11:10 pm) and C shifts (11 pm - 7:10 am).

• Performing testing on analytical equipment such as pH meter, viscometer, UV-VIS spectrophotometry, gas chromatograph, FTIR, FARA, and Chemwell in compliance with procedures.

• Maintains and prepares instrumentation, reagents, and supplies. Will require limited work in a freezer.

• Completes analysis and calculations of data. Generate reliable test data with correct significant figures and demonstrate ability to compute units found within the lab: ratios, dilutions, percentages, molarities and normality. Reviews data for accuracy and completeness. Enters data into SAP.

• Demonstrate understanding and effective use of statistical quality control, including use of control charts: plotting data and reacting to out-of-control situations.

• Careful attention to detail and accuracy of work is essential. An understanding of cGMPs and documentation in a regulated industry and experience in laboratory documentation protocols and procedures is a plus.

• Planning and organization of daily workload, high affinity toward teamwork and demonstrated problem solving using innovative solutions.

• Communicates with Formulation and Coating on results, adjustments, and scheduling priorities.

• Conducts laboratory investigations and creates non-conformances as required.

• Performs validation or documentation updates as assigned.

• Perform other work-related duties as assigned.

Required:

• BS degree in Science or other related field with 0-1 year experience.

• Or an AAS degree in Science or other related field with 3-5 years of laboratory experience.

Preferred:

• Experience in SAP and document management systems

Internal Partners:

• Cross functional teams.

• Some lifting up to 50 pounds

• Manual dexterity for handling instruments and repetitive motion

• Standing for extended periods

• 75% in the lab, requiring walking, standing, and sitting for long periods

• 25% in meetings or on the phone

• Wearing appropriate PPE in the lab

• Close and distance vision, ability to adjust focus

• Ability to operate lab equipment

• Adherence to personal protective equipment guidelines

The work environment characteristics are representative of a manufacturing, laboratory, or warehouse environment and include handling of viral and bacterial hazards, potentially hazardous chemicals, as well as infectious or potentially infectious bodily fluids, tissues, and samples. Up to 75% of the time at desk, standing or sitting extended periods of time. Flexible work hours to meet project deadlines

The salary range for this position takes into account a wide range of factors including education, experience, knowledge, skills, geography, and abilities of the candidate, in addition to internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary for this position is $24/hour. QuidelOrtho offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with a 401(k) plan, employee assistance program, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off (including sick time), and paid Holidays. All benefits are non-contractual, and QuidelOrtho may amend, terminate, or enhance the benefits provided, as it deems appropriate.

QuidelOrtho believes in Equal Opportunity for all and is committed to ensuring all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, have an opportunity to apply for those positions that they are interested in and qualify for without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. QuidelOrtho is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals so that an individual can perform the duties. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and require special assistance or an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please contact us at recruiting@quidelortho.com.