The Rare Reagent Development team is looking for a Scientist to participate in the development of rare reagents for growing and expanding immunodiagnostic lines of new products and assist in improvements of existing products. The successful applicant will be a scientist with appropriate level of education and experience and demonstrated abilities for problem solving.

What will you do?

• Working at the bench preparing new liquid phase and solid phase reagents. Designing and performing various experiments at the interfaces of organic, biochemistry and material science. Experimental designs will be directed at improving reagents, their assay performance, stability and manufacturability.
• You will be working with small organic molecules, peptides, and various proteins. You will be preparing conjugates of various nature (biological and surface based) and purifying them.
• The work is highly collaborative. You will be participating in different stages of reagent design and development process: from the conceptual design of reagents through development and transfer of the reagents into manufacturing environment.
• You are expected to maintain detailed records of your experimental work, prepare presentations and discuss your results in group and interdepartmental meetings.
• May produce and/or test reagents and final products and perform other production-related activities.
• Maintains knowledge of products and procedures, developments in the field and industry and regulatory environment. Adheres to appropriate procedures and regulatory requirements.
• May participate in conferences, webinars and seminars to continue to develop knowledge base.

What do you need to succeed?

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering or material science or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Laboratory bench experience preparing bioconjugates, modified polymeric surfaces, and immunoassay experience are highly desirable.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Being able to apply statistical methods to design experiments and evaluate the results.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work independently and cooperatively as part of a team.
• Organizational skills and ability to plan work.
• Takes initiative and is accountable (shows ownership); focuses on task at hand; detail oriented.
• Being able to adapt to changes in timelines, priorities and other unexpected circumstances.
• Ability to work well under pressure and handle the stress.

Why IDEXX

We’re proud of the work we do, because our work matters. An innovation leader in every industry we serve, we follow our Purpose and Guiding Principles to help pet owners worldwide keep their companion animals healthy and happy, to ensure safe drinking water for billions, and to help farmers protect livestock and poultry from diseases. We have customers in over 175 countries and a global workforce of over 9,000 talented people.

So, what does that mean for you? We enrich the livelihoods of our employees with a positive and respectful work culture that embraces challenges and encourages learning and discovery.   At IDEXX, you will be supported by competitive compensation, incentives, and benefits while enjoying purposeful work that drives improvement.

Let’s pursue what matters together.

IDEXX values a diverse workforce and workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBT individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

IDEXX is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.