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Manufacturing Chemist II

Bio-Rad Laboratories
Portland, ME Full Time
POSTED ON 12/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/25/2026
Join Bio-Rad as a Production Chemist II and work in our Portland, Maine, WA site! Working in this Manufacrturing role, you will be responsible for making product per SOP, trouble shooting manufacturing issues, performing protein purification, chromatography, cell culture and making buffers and media.

How You'll Make An Impact

  • Assignments and projects are diversified. Using your ability to multi-task you will work independently and train on procedures for manufacturing processes.

What You Bring

  • Bachelor’s degree in a life science related field. Chemistry/bio chemistry/bio medical engineering field or similar major preferred.
  • 4-7 years working in a general manufacturing environment formulating products in the areas of biological sciences, life sciences, or an equivalent. Work Experience that includes 2 years in the field, particularly experience in protein purification and chromatography is preferred.
  • Experience working in a GMP manufacturing environment preferred.
  • Experience in handling hazardous chemicals and/or biological hazardous materials.
  • Able to follow detailed procedures and have good documentation skills.

Total Rewards Package: At Bio-Rad, we’re empowered by our purpose and recognize that our employees are as well. That’s why we offer a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Program that provides value, quality, and inclusivity while satisfying the diverse needs of our evolving workforce. Bio-Rad's robust offerings serve to enrich the overall health, wealth, and wellbeing of our employees and their families through the various stages of an employee’s work and life cycle.

Benefits: We’re proud to offer a variety of options, including competitive medical plans for you and your family, free HSA funds, a new fertility offering with stipend, group life and disability, paid parental leave, 401k plus profit sharing, an employee stock purchase program, a new upgraded and streamlined mental health platform, extensive learning and development opportunities, education benefits, student debt relief program, pet insurance, wellness challenges and support, paid time off, Employee Resource Groups (ERG’s), and more!

Compensation: The estimated annual salary for this position is $60,700 to $83,500 at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be provided in writing at the time of offer, if applicable, and is based on several factors we believe fairly and accurately impact compensation, including geographic location, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other job permitted factors. This position is eligible for a variable annual bonus, which is dependent upon achievement of your individual objectives and Company performance.

Who We Are: For 70 years, Bio-Rad has focused on advancing the discovery process and transforming the fields of science and healthcare. As one of the top five life science companies, we are a global leader in developing, manufacturing, and marketing a broad range of high-quality research and clinical diagnostic products. We help people everywhere live longer, healthier lives. Bio-Rad offers a unique employee experience with collaborative teams that span the globe. Here, you are supported by leadership to build your career and are empowered to drive change that makes an impact you can see.

EEO Statement: Bio-Rad is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and we welcome candidates of all backgrounds. Veterans, people with physical or mental disabilities, and people of all race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin and citizenship status are encouraged to apply.

Agency Non-Solicitation: Bio-Rad does not accept agency resumes, unless the agency has been authorized by a Bio-Rad Recruiting Representative. Please do not submit resumes unless authorized to do so. Bio-Rad will not pay for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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Legal Entity: (USA_1000)Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc.

Salary : $60,700 - $83,500

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