Fortive

Scientist I

Fortive$65K — $108K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, or related field
  • Some laboratory experience or relevant academic exposure
  • Ability to apply scientific principles and techniques
  • Strong knowledge of laboratory safety and quality practices
  • Effective communication and teamwork skills
  • Problem-solving and critical-thinking capabilities

Responsibilities

  • Perform routine laboratory studies following established protocols
  • Analyze, document, and organize data to support product development
  • Maintain laboratory readiness and uphold safety and quality standards
  • Support investigations and equipment qualification activities
  • Apply scientific techniques to solve defined challenges
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of laboratory processes

Benefits

  • Eligible for bonuses as part of compensation
  • Monday to Friday working hours allow for a predictable schedule
  • Opportunity to work in a collaborative, cross-functional environment
  • Exposure to diverse scientific disciplines and technologies
  • Potential for professional growth within a structured laboratory setting
Full Job Description
Shift: Monday - Friday 12pm - 9pm

The Scientist I executes scientific laboratory activities across one or more disciplines to support the development, evaluation, and improvement of company products and technologies. Contributes reliable data, supports quality and compliance expectations, and collaborates with technical partners to enable evidence-based decision making.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Perform routine laboratory studies across applicable scientific disciplines following established protocols and regulatory expectations.
  • Analyze, document, and organize data to support product development, verification/validation, and other technical studies.
  • Maintain laboratory readiness, including preparation of test materials, upkeep of equipment, and adherence to safety and quality requirements.
  • Support investigations, test method activities, and equipment qualification in alignment with quality system requirements
  • Apply scientific techniques and problem-solving skills to address defined challenges within established guidelines.
  • Support continuous improvement of laboratory processes and operational efficiencies.


Education and Experience:
  • Minimum of a bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline, such as Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, or a closely related field.
  • Some relevant laboratory experience or equivalent academic exposure.


Role and Competencies Requirements:
  • Ability to apply scientific principles, laboratory techniques, and analytical methods with consistency and accuracy.
  • Strong adherence to laboratory safety, quality practices, and documentation standards.
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills within cross-functional environments.
  • Demonstrated problem-solving and critical-thinking capabilities appropriate for defined scopes of work.
  • Ability to independently organize tasks and manage workload within established priorities.
  • Domestic travel up to 10% as required.
  • Ability to lift up to 30 lbs as needed for laboratory operations.

Bonus or Equity
This position is also eligible for bonus as part of the total compensation package.

Pay Range
The salary range for this position (in local currency) is 65,090 - 108,675

About Fortive

Fortive is a diversified industrial growth company comprised of Professional Instrumentation and Industrial Technologies businesses that are recognized leaders in attractive markets. With 2019 revenues of $6.3 billion, Fortive's well-known brands hold leading positions in field instrumentation, transportation, sensing, product realization, automation and specialty, and franchise distribution. Fortive is headquartered in Everett, Washington and employs a team of more than 17,000 research and development, manufacturing, sales, distribution, service and administrative employees in more than 50 countries around the world.
Learn more about Fortive
Size
18,000 employees
Market Cap
$22.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.6 billion
Founded
2016
5 Year Trend
-0.5%
Revenue
$6.5 billion
NASDAQ

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