Werfen

Werfen is a growing, family-owned, innovative company founded in 1966 in Barcelona, Spain. We are a worldwide leader in specialized diagnostics in the areas of Hemostasis, Acute Care Diagnostics, Transfusion, Autoimmunity, and Transplant. Through our Original Equipment Manufacturing (OEM) business line, we research, develop, and manufacture customized assays and biomaterials. We operate directly in 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Our Headquarters and Technology Centers are located in the US and Europe, and our workforce is more than 7,000 strong.

Our success comes from a specific focus in these rapidly evolving diagnostic areas, our commitment to customers, and our dedication to innovation and quality. We're passionate about providing healthcare professionals the most valuable and complete solutions to improve hospital efficiency and enhance patient care.

Program Overview:

At Werfen, our people are our most important asset. Our Professional Development Program (PDP) targets talented and ambitious developing professionals with high learning potential, strong personal values and ethics, and a passion for continuous learning. Designed to provide a unique, accelerated rotational experience, the program provides participants with an in-depth understanding of who we are and what we do here at Werfen that drives our passion for patient care.

The two-year program is broken down into four, six-month rotations across select departments and project teams. Your rotational assignments will be customized to support your development and provide you with the knowledge and experience to support a successful and rewarding career with Werfen.

Throughout your program experience, there will be regular discussions with your manager and the Program Lead to help identify options for career paths within Werfen. Unique networking opportunities, exposure to senior leadership and individual career coaching are available to all program participants.

Position Description:

The R&D Reagents PDP employee will be responsible for using their skills and knowledge in scientific space to contribute to key company projects and assignments throughout their rotational experiences. This may include laboratory work requiring application of professional judgment, project work on key product innovations, and working with personnel in other R&D groups and other departments to improve analytical performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Applies scientific method and experimental design in problem solving on assigned projects. Uses scientific expertise to provide solutions to a broad range of difficult problems in the areas of assay development and system integration.
• Performs complicated or demanding assignments requiring specialized knowledge. May offer solutions that are creative and/or inventive.
• Defines short and mid-term objectives and implements plan to accomplish objectives.
• Handles broad assignments and objectives under minimal supervision. Accomplishes short-term objectives.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong functional and technical skills.
• Ability to manage and measure work.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Duties require broad use and application of scientific principles, theories, and concepts in field of expertise.

Rotations*: Systems Engineering, Analytical Development, Quality Assurance

*Note: the above is a general representation of the rotations for this role. Actual departments may vary based on candidate experience or business need.

Intended Full Time Role(s) Upon Program Completion: Senior Scientist

Candidate Profile:

Individuals interested in applying for the Professional Development Program should meet the following criteria:

Education: Master's degree in Scientific or Engineering discipline required. PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering,Biomedical Engineering or Biotechnology fields preferred.

Experience: 0-4 years of professional work experience in developing enabling technologies for medical devices or assay devlopment.

Attributes:

• Passion for continuous learning
• Strong personal values and ethics
• Flexible; ability to work in rotational environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to take on challenges outside of your "comfort" zone
• Demonstrated humility, accepting of diverse opinions and experiences
• Willingness to take on various levels of assignments with positive attitiude

Werfen is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workplace. Werfen strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation based upon an individual's race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable state or federal law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact NAtalentacquisition@werfen.com for assistance.