Senior Scientist

As the Senior Scientist, you will be responsible for the research and development of reagents and cell-based applications for the Sartorius iQue Screener and other bioanalytical platforms and providing biological support for flow cytometry instrument development.

The Senior Scientist role is primarily lab-based and will require hands-on laboratory work such as data acquisition and analysis of reagent kits and instrument functionality, performing specific application assays, and participating in software feature planning. The ideal candidate will have strong scientific and leadership skills and take a collaborative approach to working with fellow scientists as well as our engineering teams, quality control, product management, and external subject matter experts.

What you will accomplish together with us:

You will independently perform scientific research to ensure products meet customer and business requirements; includes optimization and execution of experimental methods, data analysis, and reporting.
One of your tasks will be to provide mentorship, assisting team members with design, analysis, and interpretation of experiments.
You will engage in scholarship and scientific conference attendance to develop a deep understanding of Sartorius iQue technology and contribute intellectually to product development in the high throughput flow cytometry field, with a focus on immuno-oncology, antibody discovery and cell-based therapies.
Your duties will include contributing to generation of internal and external customer-facing product documentation and application collateral.
On an as needed basis, you will lead presentation of project progress and additional scientific content at internal and external meetings.
You will directly engage with collaborators, suppliers, and customers to facilitate progress towards R&D goals.
Operate under compliance with ISO-9001 and other company regulatory guidance.
Perform other related duties as required and/or assigned.

What will convince us:

Education:

You have completed a degree in cell biology, immunology or related field with:
PhD with 2+ years of experience
Master's degree with 5+ years of experience
Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of experience

Experience:

You have expertise in flow cytometry and antibody-based assays is essential.
You possess a minimum of 2+ years of product development or other industry experience
Preference will be given to candidates with broad experience in cell-based assay development and execution, including sterile culture of established cell lines and primary cells, cell differentiation, cell imaging, protein capture bead, and/or other fluorescence-based readouts.

We Value:

Exceptional interpersonal skills to foster and work effectively within a collaborative R&D environment are essential.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills; ability to think creatively.
Thorough and detail-oriented, excellent organizational and documentation skills.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including ability to present scientific information to a variety of technical audiences.
Cross-functional collaboration experience with engineering teams is desirable.
Identification with our core values: Sustainability, Openness, Enjoyment.

What We Offer

As a growing global life science company, with our stock listed on the German DAX and TecDAX , Sartorius offers a wide range of benefits:
Personal and Professional Development: Mentoring, leadership programs, LinkedIn Learning, internal seminar offerings
Worklife Balance: Paid vacation, sick time, corporate holidays and community service day; as well as flexible work schedules
Making an Impact Right from the Start: Comprehensive onboarding, including a virtual online platform
Welcoming Culture: Mutual support, team spirit and international collaboration; communities on numerous topics such as "Coaching", "Agile Working" and a "Businesswomen's Network"
Health & Well Being: Wide selection of health and well-being support such as a variety of medical plans to choose from, dental, vision, EAP, and other wellness programs.
Intelligent Working Environment: Working in smart buildings with the latest technology and equipment.

Retirement Savings Plan: 401 k (with generous company match)
Flexible Spending: HSA, FSA (dependent care & healthcare spending), Transportation Commuter Account
Company Paid Benefits: Basic Life Insurance, AD&D, EAP, Family Planning & Women's Health, Health Advocate
Additional/Optional: Supplemental Life Insurance (employee, spouse & dependents), Legal Services, LTD & STD, Critical Illness Insurance, Student Loan Tuition Refinance Service

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin. We are also an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

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Sartorius is part of the solution in the fight against cancer, dementia, and many other diseases. Our technologies help translate scientific discoveries into real-world medicine faster, so that new therapeutics can reach patients worldwide. We look for ambitious team players and creative minds, who want to contribute to this goal and advance their careers in a dynamic global environment. Join our global team and become part of the solution. We are looking forward to receiving your application.

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About Sartorius

Sartorius is part of the solution in the fight against cancer, dementia, and many other diseases. Our technologies help translate scientific discoveries into real-world medicine faster, so that new therapeutics can reach patients worldwide.

We look for ambitious team players and creative minds, who want to contribute to this goal and advance their careers in a dynamic global environment. Join our global team and become part of the solution. We are looking forward to receiving your application.

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At Sartorius, we believe that bringing together diverse perspectives is critical for our mission of simplifying progress in life sciences and bioprocessing so that new therapeutics can reach patients worldwide.

We therefore actively recruit and hire diverse talent from a mix of cultures, genders, age groups, physical and mental abilities, educational backgrounds, career paths and more, and do not tolerate any discrimination against applicants or employees.

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