Research Senior Scientist

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Overview

Come join our diverse research team and help us in this new era of innovation! Collaborate across departments, sites and more broadly with the scientific and technical community worldwide.

Waters Global Research is looking for an energetic and creative scientist to join the research team at either our Wilmslow, UK or Cambridge, US locations, to help bring our bioseparation science to a new level. This unique position features main duties in the interdisciplinary areas of Biology, Chemistry, and Analytical sciences. The Global Research team is looking for an early career individual to help change how we think about problems, inspire new ideas, and contribute to the next generation of innovations across sample prep, column chromatography, and mass spectrometry. This current role focuses on conducting bioanalytical work, protein characterization, and multiple interdisciplinary research using our advanced chemistries, liquid chromatography instruments, mass spectrometry, and automation in various settings and applications.

The Waters Global Research team performs early, cutting-edge research on novel separation technologies and automation systems used in measurements of the life, food, and materials sciences industries. We are committed to understanding customer needs and pivoting these insights into new and exciting technologies to address those needs. Our team is a cross-functional research segment in Liquid Chromatography, Mass Spectrometry, Clinical, Chemistry and Informatics and is dedicated to exploring technologies and developing novel system solutions for the critical problems of the life sciences. Waters is dedicated to solving problems that matter, achieving greater sustainability, and fostering a culture of inclusion and equity.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Conduct research activities for important customer problems within the Global Research Team using state-of-the-art chromatography and mass spec instrumentation; explore affinity column technologies, protein profiling, cell and gene, and host cell protein characterization.
• Execute systematic test measurements with prototypes and available instrumentation.
• Prepare detailed technical reports, draw conclusions based on strong data analysis, contribute to patent applications, and provide internal and external presentations to summarize scientific findings.
• Provide technical support, share development ideas, contribute to our global research portfolio, and assist in effective research planning.
• Provide technical support to external collaborators where applicable.
• Stay up to date in scientific literature for specific areas of specialization.
• Establish procedures and work effectively with cross-functional project teams, including scientists, biologists, chemists, and engineers.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, or related discipline (no prior experience required).
• MS. in Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, or related field with 3+ years of relevant experience.
• BS. with 6+ years of relevant experience.

Key Experience

• Hands-on experience with column technologies, separation science, sample preparation, and column method development familiarity. MS experience is a plus
• Comfortable working in a laboratory environment.
• Execute experiments and handle samples.
• Previous use of Empower software for LC data analysis is a plus.
• Basic understanding of protein/peptide analysis and immunoassays (ELISA, Western Blot, etc.)

Desired Skills

• Innovative mindset and adaptability to diverse ideas.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong communication, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Proficient in oral and written English communication.
• Interest in bioanalytical data analysis.
• Broad knowledge of bioanalytical techniques.

We know that sometimes the perfect candidate does not exist, and that people can be put off applying for a job if they do not fit all the requirements. If you are excited about working for us and have most of the skills or experience we are looking for, please go ahead and apply. You could be just what we need! We believe strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, Waters is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Company Description

Waters Corporation (NYSE: WAT), the world's leading specialty measurement company, has pioneered chromatography, mass spectrometry and thermal analysis innovations serving the life, materials, and food sciences for more than 60 years. With more than 7,000 employees worldwide, Waters operates directly in 35 countries, including 15 manufacturing facilities, with products available in more than 100 countries. Our team focuses on creating business advantages for laboratory-dependent organizations to enable significant advancement in healthcare delivery, environmental management, food safety, and water quality.

Working at Waters enables our employees to unlock the potential of their careers. Our global team is driven by purpose. We strive to be better, learn and improve every day in everything we do. We're the problem solvers and innovators that aren't afraid to take risks to transform the world of human health and well-being. We're all in it together delivering benefit as one to provide the insights needed today in order to solve the challenges of tomorrow.

Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our core values at Waters Corporation. It is our responsibility to actively implement programs and practices to drive inclusive behavior and increase diversity across the organization. We are united by diversity and thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products, our customers and our community. Waters is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or protected Veteran status.