Scientist II

Cepheid
Marlborough, MA

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 II is responsible for performing technical laboratory experiments and procedures, documents result and maintains records/logs, makes observations and calculations, and prepares data for analysis. Assists/leads project teams in laboratory research. Maintains, repairs, troubleshoots defects, and evaluates performance of laboratory equipment, inventory, budget, and general operations. In consultation with management, establishes good laboratory practices and procedures that comply with regulatory agencies. Ensures laboratory environment and practices comply with guidelines set forth by company and regulatory agencies.

This position reports to the Sr. Manager, Fast Track Validation Services, USCAN and is part of the Fast Trak Validation Services located in Marlborough, MA and will be on- site.

What you will do:

  • Perform test work according to laboratory request requirements.

  • Document all project work according to applicable SOPs, accurately record observations directly onto datasheets or into laboratory notebook.

  • Adhere to applicable methods, protocols, SOPs, safety standards, GLP and regulatory guidelines.

  • Sample analysis using GC/MS, ICP/MS and LC/MS and data processing.

  • Follow assigned work schedule and meet expected target dates. And immediately notify laboratory management of any test delays, problems or deviations.

Who you are:

  • Bachelor's degree with 3 years of relevant experience, OR Master's degree with 1 year of relevant experience, OR PhD in Analytical Chemistry.

  • Hands on experience and proficiency with chromatography and spectroscopy

  • Experience with good documentation practices and good laboratory practices.

  • Experience with GCMS, LCMS and ICP/MS is a plus

Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements: if applicable for role

  • Ability to travel for training or assist with test worklist specifics.

  • Ability to lift, move or carry equipment up to 25 lb., to use personal protective equipment, such as full-face masks and safety shoes.

Cytiva, 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 Danaher Benefits Info ( .

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

The annual salary range for this role is $75,000.00 - $85,000.00. 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. 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.

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.

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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 ( EEOC\ KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

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] .

Posted 2026-04-15

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