What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Scientist II position at Planet Pharma?
12-month initial contract
Days/Hours: Mon - Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm
Position Summary:
The scientist has a focus in polymer materials characterization with experience working with various techniques such as DSC, TGA, FTIR, and SEM.
Additionally, scientist will work in a fast-paced laboratory environment, possessing strong attention to detail and excellent problem-solving skills.
MUST HAVE THESE 3 SKILLS:
- Thermal analysis experience (DSC/TGA),
- Problem solving skills
- Good communication skills (verbal & written)
Essential Functions:
• Perform material characterization and assessment using a variety of techniques including DSC, TGA, FTIR to support medical device project teams with various Materials Science needs.
• Partner with other scientists and project teams to define test plans.
• Work in a dynamic team environment and have strong interpersonal skills.
• Conduct hands-on laboratory analysis and testing.
• Document experiments in a highly regulated environment in an electronic notebook system.
• Knowledge of technical concepts and principles underlying Materials Science techniques.
• Analyze test results and draft technical reports.
Accountability/Supervision:
• Possess ability to apply chemistry/materials education and experience in fast-moving laboratory.
• Willingness to be hands on in a science laboratory.
• Will receive work direction and prioritization from supervisor and/or other S&T scientists.
• Possess strong attention to detail and excellent problem-solving skills.
• Strong technical writing skills
Working Conditions:
• Working in lab environment with proper safety equipment.
• Working with common laboratory chemicals and biological tissue.
• Working while sitting and /or standing.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Ability to work in fast-moving environment where priorities frequently change.
• Experience with common materials characterization techniques.
• Ability to perform multiple assignments concurrently and meet required deadlines.
• Bachelors degree in materials science, chemistry or closely related degree with 1-3 years demonstrated experience
• Ability to operate analytical instrumentation through relevant industry experience
• Experience documenting laboratory work in electronic/paper notebook system according to GMP guidelines.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with polymer characterization and understanding of structure/property relationships.
• Working knowledge of Trios, Omnic software system and Labvantage ELN documentation system.