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Associate Scientist – Stability Studies & Coordination (R&D)

Req # JR - 199182 Location Braine-l'Alleud, Wallonia, Belgium Job Category Research and Development Date posted 04/10/2026
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Overview

This is where new knowledge is discovered. Baxter’s Research and Development teams work cross functionally to innovate, develop and introduce creative solutions for patients needs globally. From Scientists to Engineers, your work creates the products that save and sustain lives.

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  • Continuing Education/ Professional Development

  • Employee Heath & Well-Being Benefits

  • Paid Time Off

  • 2 Days a Year to Volunteer

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What makes a successful Research and Development team member at Baxter? Take a look at some of the top traits we’re looking for and see if you’re a fit.

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  • Action Oriented
  • Collaborates
  • Cultivates Innovation
  • Manages Ambiguity
  • Drives Results

Associate Scientist – Stability Studies & Coordination (R&D)

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This is where your work makes a difference.

At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond.

Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results.

Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride. 

This is where your science helps save and sustain lives.

At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Every role here makes an impact on patients around the world. We are currently looking for an R&D Associate Scientist with strong expertise in cGMP stability studies, eager to contribute to the development and continuous improvement of safe, high‑quality healthcare products.

This role plays a key part in designing and leading non‑routine stability strategies, working closely with cross‑functional partners and external contract laboratories, while ensuring regulatory compliance and patient safety at every stage.

What you'll be doing:

  • Design strategies for R&D stability studies which are non-routine to address project objectives.

  • Evaluate results and data trends relative to product requirements, study objectives and program goals.

  • Create new approaches to complex problems through critical thinking and adaptations of standard technical principles.

  • Maintain current knowledge of relevant quality and regulatory requirements related to R&D (product development, design and safety) to ensure compliance in all research, data collection and reporting activities.

  • Develop in-depth knowledge and understanding of GxP and related regulations and guidance.

  • Apply appropriate statistical approaches/tools for expiration dating and limits verification.

  • Independently plan and complete technical tasks that may not be well-defined and have multiple variables within negotiated deadlines.

  • Develop budgets and activity schedules of limited scope.

  • Maintain focus on meeting both external and internal customer expectations.

  • Incorporate novel thinking, new methods and technologies for improving existing processes.

  • Display a solid understanding of theories/practices used by teams outside the primary area of expertise. Incorporate impact from related fields to determine stability strategies.

What you'll bring:

  • Bachelor’s degree in relevant scientific field (chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences) with 5+ years’ experience or Master’s degree with 3+ years’ experience or PhD with 0+ years’ experience.

  • Possess relevant laboratory/technical, writing, and computer skills.

  • A good understanding of ICH and cGxP practices.

  • Effectively contribute on a project team. Experience in working in global cross-functional teams and project management is a plus.

  • Demonstrates flexibility and can shift gears comfortably.

  • Ability to objectively assess, organize, and clearly communicate complex information.

  • Interpret available information and make recommendations to resolve technical challenges.

  • Appropriately prioritize assignments to meet project schedules.

Why Baxter?

At Baxter, you’ll find more than a role — you’ll find purpose. We lead with trust and courage, act with accountability, and collaborate inclusively to drive innovation in healthcare.

This is where your expertise matters.
This is where your work makes a difference.

Ready to bring your passion for science and quality to a mission‑driven organization?
Join us and help redefine healthcare delivery.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Reasonable Accommodations

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Hear from Our Employees

Our company is enriched by a diverse population of individuals in more than 100 countries that work to solve, innovate, manufacture and drive better healthcare options for patients around the world.

Meet Reagan, Senior Research Scientist in the United States

“For me, the best thing about working at Baxter is being able to do work that’s important to people—especially patients—outside of Baxter's walls. Inside our walls, I get to work with a fantastic team, and we know we're making a difference.”

Meet Karthik, Director of Renal Care R&D - Digital Health & Co-President of the Asian Leadership Network Business Resource Group, United States

“I’m excited about my role because I believe that digital initiatives can make a tremendous impact on lives by allowing people to access the same therapies and have similar care — whether in a hospital, a healthcare clinic, or the patient’s home — anywhere in the world.”

Meet Amitha, Research Associate in India

“Coming from a non-healthcare academic background, my current role has offered ample opportunities to learn a lot of new things. Leaders at Baxter are motivating, help us grow and provide a collaborative environment. The role gives me opportunities to have technical discussions with peers and subject matter experts globally, to learn interacting with customers, and manage project deadlines and deliverables. I am excited about shaping my career here at Baxter.”

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