Scientist I

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Pensacola, FL, USA
In-Office
Entry level
Biotech
The Role
The Scientist I is responsible for optimizing and scaling up processes related to membrane applications, collaborating on new technologies, and conducting data analysis. The role includes maintaining organized data, and prototypes manufacturing, with a focus on process development.
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Bring more to life.

Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?

At Cytiva, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.

You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life.

Working at Cytiva means being at the forefront of providing new solutions to transform human health. Our incredible customers undertake life-saving activities ranging from fundamental biological research to developing innovative vaccines, new medicines, and cell and gene therapies.

At Cytiva you will be able to continuously improve yourself and us – working on challenges that truly matter with people that care for each other, our customers, and their patients. Take your next step to an altogether life-changing career.

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The Scientist I – Chemical, Industrial, Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Mechanical, etc. for Cytiva is responsible for the optimization and scale up of processes related to membrane applications.

This position is part of the Biotechnology CTO organization located in Cytiva Pensacola and will be an on-site position. At Cytiva, our vision is to advance future therapeutics from discovery to delivery.

What will you do:

  • Focus on process optimization, process scaleup, data analysis and equipment upgrades of new membrane technologies for current and future applications.
  • Collaboration with scientists on new membrane technologies to develop proof-of-concept, process optimization and scale up.
  • Prototypes manufacturing and interaction with customers during testing.
  • Maintain accurate, organized data and detailed description of experiments in both electronic and physical notebooks, being capable of clearly communicating data and observations orally and through presentations.

Who are you:

  • A bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering, etc.
  • Detailed oriented and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
  • Someone with good understanding of process development and scaleup.
  • Someone with additional lab work experience in the form of internships, co-ops, or similar.
  • A reliable team player that is also able to work alone efficiently when needed.

Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements:

  • Ability to travel for up to 10%

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

  • Membrane testing (buffers and testing samples preparation, mechanical, flow, morphology and functional performance).
  • Surface chemistry.
  • Membrane modification.
  • Membrane coating.
  • Data analysis and good communication

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.

For more information, visit www.danaher.com.

Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law.

The U.S. EEO posters are available here.

We comply with federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact:1-202-419-7762 or [email protected].

Skills Required

  • A bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering, etc.
  • Good understanding of process development and scaleup.
  • Additional lab work experience in the form of internships, co-ops, or similar.

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  • Leave & Time Off Breadth PTO and paid holidays are portrayed as robust, with formal programs and mentions of generous time off and rollover in some cases. This breadth supports a positive view of time-off availability.
  • Healthcare Strength Core medical, dental, and vision coverage is highlighted repeatedly and is viewed as comprehensive for regular full‑time employees. Descriptions such as “good” or “great” benefits reinforce the strength of the health coverage.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) plan with company matching is consistently included as part of the package. The presence of matching contributions strengthens perceived retirement readiness.

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The Company
HQ: Sunnyvale, CA
4,883 Employees
Year Founded: 1996

What We Do

Cepheid is dedicated to improving healthcare by pioneering molecular diagnostics that combine speed, accuracy, and flexibility. The company's GeneXpert® systems and Xpert® tests automate highly complex and time-consuming manual procedures, providing A Better Way for institutions of any size to perform world-class PCR testing. Cepheid’s broad test portfolio spans respiratory infections, blood virology, women’s and sexual health, TB and emerging infectious diseases, healthcare-associated infectious diseases, oncology and human genetics. The company’s solutions deliver actionable results where they are needed most – from central laboratories and hospitals to near-patient settings. For more information, visit http://www.cepheid.com.

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