Product Scientist I (temp. 7 months) at Danaher Corporation

Grens, Vaud, Switzerland

Danaher Corporation Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Life Sciences, Biotechnology, DiagnosticsIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in physics, engineering, or life sciences with 5 years of relevant experience, or a Ph.D. with a minimum of 2 years of experience
  • Demonstrated experience working on complex products within cross-functional teams, integrating engineering disciplines such as hardware, software, and single-use technologies
  • Solid background in life sciences or medical sector
  • Technical knowledge of cell culture methods, especially in the context of immunology (plus)
  • Expertise in statistical methods

Responsibilities

  • Represent R&D in the complaint handling investigation team; conduct thorough investigations, data analysis, and experimental testing to identify root causes; evaluate findings and formulate corrective action plans
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary R&D teams (engineering and biological team matter experts) to resolve product quality-related issues and drive continuous product improvement
  • Act as a liaison between departments such as QA, Manufacturing, and Product Management to ensure effective communication and resolution of customer requests
  • Build strong relationships with customer support, field engineers, field application specialists, and end-users (Biotech and Pharma); enhance product knowledge across customer-facing teams and support market-facing initiatives
  • Lead efforts to master and improve internal processes, tools, and documentation; drive efficiency in change control and CAPA processes, ensuring compliance with ISO9001 and other QMS standards
  • Provide regular updates on customer feedback, CAPA trends, and progress; use insights to support product evolution and strategic decision-making
  • Write technical documentation including root cause investigation, test plan and report, and user technical documentation for a wide range of target audience
  • Support internal and external quality audits and contribute to market support programs as needed
  • Ensure timely delivery of tasks, foster effective communication, resolve conflicts constructively, and promote a collaborative environment across cross-functional teams

Skills

root cause investigation
corrective actions
preventive actions
verification
validation
complaint handling
trending analysis
R&D
cell processing
genomic medicine
biological research

Danaher Corporation

Water quality, diagnostics, and identification solutions

About Danaher Corporation

Danaher Corporation operates in key markets such as water quality, product identification, and diagnostics. The company provides precision instruments and advanced purification technologies for analyzing and managing water, ensuring its safety in various environments. In product identification, Danaher specializes in laser marking, coding, and packaging solutions that help maintain product freshness and accurate labeling throughout the supply chain. In the diagnostics sector, Danaher offers tools and software that enhance diagnostic confidence, enabling healthcare providers to deliver effective care. What sets Danaher apart from competitors is its unique Danaher Business System, which focuses on continuous improvement and empowers employees to drive change. The company's goal is to consistently deliver high-performance products and solutions while maintaining leadership in its markets.

Washington, District of ColumbiaHeadquarters
1969Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Industrial & Manufacturing, Healthcare, Consumer GoodsIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Increased competition from Roche and Abbott in AI-driven diagnostics.
Potential regulatory challenges in the EU for water quality sector.
Supply chain vulnerabilities affecting precision instruments sourcing.

Differentiation

Danaher's Danaher Business System drives continuous improvement and superior financial performance.
The acquisition of Cytiva enhances Danaher's capabilities in the biopharmaceutical sector.
Danaher's advanced purification technologies meet increasing demands for sustainable water management.

Upsides

Danaher's investment in AI-driven healthcare solutions boosts its diagnostics capabilities.
Cytiva acquisition expands Danaher's market share in the biopharmaceutical sector.
Point-of-care testing demand drives growth for Danaher's diagnostic tools and software.

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