At Cepheid, we are passionate about improving health care through fast, accurate diagnostic testing. Our mission drives us, every moment of every day, as we develop scalable, groundbreaking solutions to solve the world’s most complex health challenges. Our associates are involved in every stage of molecular diagnostics, from ideation to development and delivery of testing advancements that improve patient outcomes across a range of settings. As a member of our team, you can make an immediate, measurable impact on a global scale, within an environment that fosters career growth and development.

Cepheid is proud to work alongside a community of six fellow Danaher Diagnostics companies. Together, we’re working at the pace of change on diagnostic tools that address the world’s biggest health challenges, driven by knowing that behind every test there is a patient waiting.

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The Manufacturing Chemist is responsible for the manufacturing of specialty chemical reagents used in internal diagnostic products and upholding current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) standards in our laboratory environment.

This position is part of the production team and will be located onsite in Bothell, Washington. At Cepheid, our vision is to be the leading provider of seamlessly connected diagnostic solutions.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Synthesize small organic molecules and perform routine analysis using HPLC, LCMS, FTIR, UV, NMR and other analytic instruments under a GMP environment.
• Operate and maintain manufacturing equipment in a safe and productive manner adhering to EH&S standards, policies, and procedures. Follow SOP and approved direction to clean equipment used in processes and maintain corresponding equipment logs.
• Work on processes optimizations, scale up and validation activities. Work cross-functionally to improve processes and quality, and to reduce costs and non-productive time. Review technical documents include manufacturing batch records, SOP’s, analytical methods, specifications, validation protocols, reports and investigation reports.
• Effectively communicate with supervisor to ensure equipment and workspace is available for use and make recommendations as necessary regarding resources required to meet objectives and timelines. Maintain a safe, organized, and clean workspace.
• Learn and apply Danaher Business System tools in the workplace to enhance productivity. Monitors KPI’s and improves manufacturing process with respect to overall performance.

The essential requirements of the job include:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering with 0-2 years of experience in synthesizing small organic molecules
• Hands-on experience with analytical and purification techniques, including UV, NMR, HPLC, LCMS, and flash purification systems
• Ability to effectively organize, multitask and work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment following established SOPs, worksheets, and general guidelines
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs

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

• Able to manage shifting priorities to meet critical deadlines in a fast paced and dynamic, growing environment and to accommodate changes in the schedule including working in other shifts, weekends and providing support as required.
• Highly organized and able to work independently and effectively in a team environment with a positive attitude with minimal guidance/oversight while maintaining safe working environment and strict adhering to the Personal Protective Devices and equipment policy.
• Basic knowledge of ERP SAP and Agile document control system, including creation and submission documents in Agile

Cepheid, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at danaherbenefitsinfo.com.

At Cepheid, we believe in designing a better, more sustainable workforce. We recognize the benefits of flexible, hybrid working arrangements for eligible roles and are committed to providing enriching careers, no matter the work arrangement. This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement in which you can work part of the time at the Company location identified above and part of the time remotely from your home. Additional information about this hybrid work arrangement will be provided by your interview team. Explore the flexibility and challenge that working for Cepheid can provide.

The salary range for this role is $75,000 - $85,000. This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.

This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.

We offer 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.

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Given the essential job duties of this position, the employee is required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment, subject to reasonable accommodation and applicable law.