Chemical Scientist in Scotland

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Position Overview

Under the supervision of the Manager, Program Management, the Chemical Scientist develops, improves, validates chemical processes and direct materials for production of new and existing sensors in the Epoc electrochemical test platform, while also generating and completing other technical activities and documentation (e.g., Validation/Verification protocols, Engineering Reports, Engineering Changes, Designed Experiments, Failure Modes and Effects Analysis) to support the efficient manufacturing of Epocal’s products in a manner consistent with CGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Practices) and the Epocal QMS (Quality Management System).

Responsibilities

• Design, perform, analyze and summarise experiments leading to the successful development, improvement and characterisation of chemical processes related to electrochemical sensors for the Epoc platform.
• Capture, analyse and evaluate technical conditions regarding the technical feasibility of a project.
• Ensure that new chemical processes have good process capability and are as efficient as possible with respect to resource and time requirements.
• Ensure that all changes to production chemical processes are validated and documented as part of the device master record.
• Interface with the Chemical Preparation Operations Team as well as other resources needed to ensure smooth transfer of new chemical processes to production.
• Understand Epocal Quality Management System and be able to successfully operate within its constraints.
• Communicate with supervisor and others when issues are detected, and improvements are required.
• Analyse the conditions, document the results and draw conclusions regarding the project.
• Manage and coordinate the Site Project ADO in compliance with POC Project ADO governance.
• Carry out regular project status updates with respective teams, conducting statutory review meetings and maintaining the POC project intake portal submission governance and execution.
• Manage Functional Teams on creating increments of value monthly project review iterations and achieving iteration goals in the context of resource utilisation and capacity planning.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Bachelor of Science or Master of Science in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biomedical Engineering, or related disciplines and/or an equivalent combination of education and technical experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in relevant area.
• Proficient with GLP, hands-on experience with laboratory equipment and digital and AI skills.
• Thorough understanding of statistical methods and analysis with demonstrated knowledge in data analysis.
• Ability to communicate, both orally and written, with peers and management.
• Ability to draft complex protocols and reports with comprehensive data analysis capabilities.
• Strong ability to work well in a team setting and commitment to effectively manage change.
• Able to shift priorities as opportunities/issues arise and flexibility in working under quality system environment.
• Experience with other statistical tools applications (JMP, Minitab).

Who we are:

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How we work:

When you join Siemens Healthineers, you become one in a global team of scientists, clinicians, developers, researchers, professionals, and skilled specialists, who believe in each individual’s potential to contribute with diverse ideas. We are from different backgrounds, cultures, religions, political and/or sexual orientations, and work together, to fight the world’s most threatening diseases and enable access to care, united by one purpose: to pioneer breakthroughs in healthcare. For everyone. Everywhere. Sustainably.

The expected compensation for this position is: $68,500 - $98,000. Factors which may affect starting compensation within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Siemens Healthineers offers a variety of health and wellness benefits including a flexible benefits plan, Defined Contribution Pension Plan, Registered Retirement Savings Plan matching contributions, plus a competitive paid time off program including vacation, company holidays, sick leave, and parental leave (all subject to eligibility requirements).

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