Staff Scientist, R&D
In-Office, Singapore, Singapore
- Job ID
- R-549633
- Category
- Research & Development
- Location
- Singapore, Singapore
Build an engineering career where innovation, ownership and impact move healthcare forward
At BD, Engineering and R&D professionals design, develop and improve the technologies that shape how healthcare is delivered worldwide. You'll apply scientific thinking, technical expertise and creative problem-solving to turn complex challenges into solutions that matter.
Whether you specialize in mechanical, electrical, process, systems, software or research engineering, BD offers the scale, resources and freedom to innovate – with clear expectations, accountability for outcomes and opportunities to grow your career alongside industry-leading technology.
And as one of the world's largest medical technology companies, you'll shape solutions that reach across global healthcare systems and improve lives at scale.
We are the people who give possibilities purpose
BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
Scientific Leadership & Innovation
Serve as a regional subject matter expert ininjection science and physiology,drug-device combination products, drug delivery systems, and primary packaging technologies.
Lead scientific assessments and feasibility evaluations for new drug delivery concepts, emerging technologies, and innovative customer opportunities.
Support development of regional innovation strategies aligned with key growth areas including biologics, biosimilars, GLP-1 therapies, vaccines, high-concentration formulations, and large-volume subcutaneous delivery.
Contribute to invention disclosures, patents, publications, and scientific presentations that strengthen BD's thought leadership position.
Support evaluation of novel technologies, partnership opportunities, and external innovation initiatives.
Customer & Scientific Engagement
Engage with pharmaceutical and biotechnology customers during early-stage development programs and scientific discussionson device selection, injection feasibility, and delivery performance.
Translate customer needs into technical and scientific requirementsincluding device, formulation, and bench/ preclinical/ clinical study design recommendations.
Support early-stage (preclinical) through clinical development discussions for large-volume and complex injections.
Provide scientific input on drug-device combination strategy, platform selection, formulation-device interactions, and technology roadmaps.
Partner with Technical Services teams to ensure smooth transition from early-stage development activities into commercial support phases.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Collaborate closely with Technical Services teams across Greater Asia to ensure alignment of customer support activities and effective transfer of technical knowledge.
Work with Global R&D & BDTI to identify opportunities for regional technology development and adaptation.
Partner with Marketing and Commercial teams to support strategic customer opportunities through scientific expertise.
Leverage regional testing capabilities to support early feasibility assessments and technology evaluation activities.
Scientific Communication & Knowledge Sharing
Represent BD at scientific conferences, industry forums, workshops, and customer events.
Develop and deliver scientific training materials for internal stakeholders.
Support publication of scientific studies, posters, and technical papers.
Foster scientific knowledge sharing across the Greater Asia organization.
Requirements
Travel: 50 to 75%
Languages: Fluent in English and Mandarin (spoken and written to liase with stakeholders in China)
Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and engage external stakeholders
Education: PhD preferred; Master's degree accepted in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, Biotechnology, or related disciplines.
Experience: 5-8 years of relevant experience with a PhD or 10-12 years with a Master's degree.
Experience working with drug delivery systemssuch as prefilled syringes, autoinjectors, and wearable injectors.
Experience in pre-clinical and/or clinical drug delivery research and model development is preferred.
Technical Knowledge
Strong understanding of:
Prefilled syringes
Autoinjectors
Wearable injectors
Subcutaneous delivery systems
Drug-device combination products
Primary packaging systems
Container closure systems
Drug-material compatibility
Stability considerations
Fill & finish manufacturing processes
Familiarity with relevant regulatory and industry standards related to combination products and injectable drug delivery systems.
Competencies
Strong scientific curiosity and innovation mindset.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
Strong communication and presentation skills.
Ability to influence and collaborate across multiple functions and geographies.
Ability to effectively balance customer-facing scientific activities with internal R&D priorities
Why Join Us?
To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.
We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.
To learn more about BD visithttps://bd.com/careers.
Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
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Success Profile
What sets successful Engineering and R&D professionals apart? You're likely to thrive if you are:
- Analytical
- Collaborative
- Curious
- Detail-oriented
- Inventive
- Problem-solver
Ready for your next challenge?
This is an environment for engineers who want to think boldly and execute with precision. You'll have the opportunity to influence design decisions, contribute across the full product lifecycle and see how your work moves from concept to real-world impact – backed by the scale of a global MedTech leader.
Hear from one of our BD Innovators about how BD uses cutting-edge AI and machine learning to power decisions that improve patient outcomes and expand access to care. This is where your work drives real-time impact across the globe.
Hear from Our Associates
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"BD is a big, global company so don't be afraid to connect with and reach out to others. There is so much to learn here, and the company does an amazing job of helping people develop and grow. I'd also offer to become like a sponge and soak up as much knowledge as you can and put your Career Blueprint to work for you. I really love my job and am so grateful to work at BD."
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"I think we have something like more than 30 different countries represented by those working within the Research Centre Ireland, which is impressive and one of my favourite things about BD. I work with electrical, mechanical engineers, scientists and so many others – it's wonderful to see and hear so many different perspectives during the day."
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"I continue to be amazed at how we keep innovating in the Med Tech space. We constantly evaluate how to bring even more solutions to healthcare professionals, how to increase the efficiency of our technologies, all while keeping the patient impact in mind. Not only have I found meaningful work at BD, but a place where I feel I can thrive."
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"During my interview, I learned how much of an impact our infusion solutions have across the world and I was impressed because whether it's analgesics, cancer treatments, anesthesia or other treatments, the likelihood of someone within your own family using our product is high. Contributing to the creation of products that have the ability to make such a big impact in healthcare is a great feeling. I love my role at BD."
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