Scientist II
Boehringer Ingelheim
Operations
St Joseph, MO, USA
Posted on Jun 9, 2025
Full time or part time? Full TimeShift flexible 6:00 a.m. through 6:00 p.m.Hours flexible 6:00 a.m. through 6:00 p.m.
Contributes to and assists in the execution of analytical testing methods to support the biological development of vaccines, therapeutics, and other related products. Conducts sample testing for process and analytical development as dictated by project requirements. Actively engages in learning new techniques through expert-led training and self-motivation, enabling independent performance of standard scientific and laboratory duties with minimal supervision. Ensures compliance with all applicable regulations, maintaining a safe working environment.
While working at Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies' success.
To set up, execute studies, and support development of robust and reliable methods for analytical testing
To carry out and assure the testing of submitted samples with the appropriate methods
To troubleshoot technical issues and provide recommendations to increase efficiency
To ensure compliance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP) or other requirements; making sure that all data are recorded and other documentation and files are checked, secured, and approved
To help maintain the Analytical lab
To apply basic scientific principles with minimal guidance. Assist in the execution of non-routine experiments with supervision
To contribute to project advancement:
To follow protocols, complete results, and provide data compilation for reports
To correctly analyze data/results and interpret outcome of experiments under supervision
To develop and maintain interfaces with Analytical team members, internal partners, and customers (Clinical Analytical, Process Development, and other Global Innovation teams)
To ensure all information and documentation necessary to meet project timelines is available in the agreed upon time
Complies with applicable regulations, performing all work in a safe manner; maintains proper records in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and policies
Willingness to learn from and and actively engage in work with other colleagues to supprt a collaborative team environment
Research & Development Team Skills:
Contributes to and assists in the execution of analytical testing methods to support the biological development of vaccines, therapeutics, and other related products. Conducts sample testing for process and analytical development as dictated by project requirements. Actively engages in learning new techniques through expert-led training and self-motivation, enabling independent performance of standard scientific and laboratory duties with minimal supervision. Ensures compliance with all applicable regulations, maintaining a safe working environment.
While working at Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies' success.
To set up, execute studies, and support development of robust and reliable methods for analytical testing
To carry out and assure the testing of submitted samples with the appropriate methods
To troubleshoot technical issues and provide recommendations to increase efficiency
To ensure compliance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP) or other requirements; making sure that all data are recorded and other documentation and files are checked, secured, and approved
To help maintain the Analytical lab
To apply basic scientific principles with minimal guidance. Assist in the execution of non-routine experiments with supervision
To contribute to project advancement:
To follow protocols, complete results, and provide data compilation for reports
To correctly analyze data/results and interpret outcome of experiments under supervision
To develop and maintain interfaces with Analytical team members, internal partners, and customers (Clinical Analytical, Process Development, and other Global Innovation teams)
To ensure all information and documentation necessary to meet project timelines is available in the agreed upon time
Complies with applicable regulations, performing all work in a safe manner; maintains proper records in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and policies
Willingness to learn from and and actively engage in work with other colleagues to supprt a collaborative team environment
Research & Development Team Skills:
- Strong critical thinking and organizational skills with emphasis toward data interpretation, review, and problem-solving.
- Review test protocols, study reports, and raw data for submission to various regulatory agencies in collaboration with Quality Assurance, Quality Control, and Regulatory Affairs colleagues.
- Individual must have excellent written and verbal communication skills as the position will require cross-departmental interaction.
- Become knowledgeable of current technological developments and trends of Analytical Development that are relevant to technical functions.
- Ability to design, organize, and coordinate scientific data, documentation, and processes to assure completion and transfer to inter-departmental colleagues.
- Propose efficient and thorough experimental designs that meet Quality, Regulatory, and Technical requirements.
- Preparation of fit-for-purpose technical reports, publications, and oral presentations.
- Alignment and integration of equipment, instrumentation, and software with capabilities and expectations of the QC laboratories.
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution with minimum of two (2) years of experience in related scientific discipline is preferred
- Background in microbiology, immunology, cell and molecular biology, virolology
- General knowledge of analytical techniques
- Basic level of understanding of USDA and EMA requirements
- Must be able to work cross-functionally
- Demonstrate willingness to advance knowledge of analytical development and vaccinology
- Apply knowledge of basic theory and scientific principles
- Ability to learn new technology and concepts and apply appropriately with minimal supervision
- Concise and accurate reporting of technical data and information
- Ability to troubleshoot
- Written and verbal communication skills
- Appropriate level of understanding of applicable regulations
