Polymer Scientist / Material Scientist (DSC/TGA/FTIR/Materials Characterization)

Associate Scientist II (S&T Scientist I)

Days/Hours: Mon – Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm

Selected Candidate will start ASAP after screenings have cleared.

*Top Three Must-Have Skills:

• Thermal analysis experience (DSC/TGA),
• problem solving skills, good communication skills (verbal & written)
• Prefers candidate with 1-3 years of previous experience

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.

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.
• Bachelor’s 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.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $35.00 - $37.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Health insurance

Experience:

• Thermal analysis (DSC/TGA): 3 years (Preferred)
• FTIR: 3 years (Preferred)
• SEM: 3 years (Preferred)
• polymer materials characterization: 3 years (Preferred)
• material science background: 3 years (Preferred)
• CGMP: 3 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Saint Paul, MN 55117 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $35 - $37