Research Associate II at Baxter
Req #: JR – 136442
Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Job Category: Research and Development
Date Posted: 05/17/2024
Employment Type: Full-time
Overview:
Join Baxter’s dynamic Research and Development team where your work will contribute to innovative solutions that meet global patient needs. Baxter is renowned for its commitment to advancing healthcare, offering employees opportunities for continuing education, professional development, and a balanced work-life environment.
Why Baxter?
- Support for Parents: Comprehensive family support.
- Continuing Education/Professional Development: Ongoing learning opportunities.
- Employee Health & Well-Being Benefits: Extensive health benefits.
- Paid Time Off: Generous leave policies.
- Volunteer Opportunities: 2 days a year dedicated to volunteering.
About Baxter:
Baxter is at the forefront of healthcare innovation, with a wide range of essential renal and hospital products, including dialysis solutions, sterile IV solutions, infusion systems, and more. Baxter’s global presence and critical products ensure enhanced access to healthcare worldwide.
Job Summary:
- Title: Research Associate II
- Location: Whitefield, Bangalore
- Shift: General
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide technical support and leadership for lifecycle management activities.
- Act as Change Owner to plan and execute product design changes and new product registrations in compliance with regulations.
- Assess and strategize product changes regarding design, labeling, raw materials, manufacturing, regulatory compliance, quality improvement, and new registrations.
- Lead technical activities in collaboration with global stakeholders, ensuring project commitments and quality procedures are met.
- Prepare technical reports and respond to regulatory questions using internal or external data.
- Develop action plans for problem-solving and product/process improvement.
- Maintain and update technical documentation according to Good Documentation Practices.
- Participate in and lead multi-functional international project teams.
- Communicate effectively with senior management and stakeholders, providing regular status updates.
- Mentor junior team members in creating technically accurate reports.
Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy, or a related field with at least 6 years of relevant experience.
- Demonstrated ability in effective communication and presentation to global stakeholders.
- Strong stakeholder management skills at both local and global levels.
- Proven track record in leading projects, particularly Change Controls in the pharmaceutical industry.
- Experience working in a matrix environment with multiple stakeholders.
- Ability to deliver results, manage budgets, timelines, and project deliverables.
- Familiarity with kidney care therapies and products.
- Knowledge of product development stages and lifecycle management.
- Hands-on experience with Design Control documentation and processes.
- Understanding of international/regional/national regulations and standards.
- Project management experience with business acumen, prioritization, and portfolio management skills.
- Experience with Statistics and Six Sigma tools.
- Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with customers.
- Flexibility and ability to manage multiple projects.
- Fluency in English.
- Proficient with email, documentation, and collaboration tools (e.g., WebEx, Teams, Microsoft Office).