2,809 Research Development jobs in the United States
Research & Development Scientist
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The Role:
As a Research & Development Scientist, you will be responsible for designing, executing, and analyzing complex experiments aimed at advancing our client's research pipeline. You will work independently and collaboratively on projects, contributing to the development of new assays, therapeutic candidates, and research methodologies. This role requires a high degree of scientific rigor, problem-solving capabilities, and the ability to interpret and present complex data effectively. You will be a key contributor to scientific publications and intellectual property.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and execute experiments to test hypotheses, analyze data, and draw conclusions.
- Develop and optimize novel assays, protocols, and experimental methodologies.
- Perform advanced molecular biology techniques (e.g., PCR, qPCR, Western Blot, ELISA, cell culture, cloning).
- Analyze complex biological data using statistical software and present findings to internal teams and management.
- Maintain detailed and accurate laboratory notebooks and documentation.
- Troubleshoot experimental challenges and develop creative solutions.
- Stay current with scientific literature and industry advancements to inform research directions.
- Collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams, including biologists, chemists, and bioinformaticians.
- Contribute to the preparation of scientific publications, patent applications, and grant proposals.
- Operate and maintain specialized laboratory equipment.
- Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and ethical guidelines in the laboratory.
- Present research findings at internal meetings and external conferences.
Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics, Immunology, or a related life sciences discipline.
- Minimum of 2-5 years of post-doctoral or industry experience in R&D, preferably in a biotechnology or pharmaceutical setting.
- Strong hands-on experience with a wide range of molecular and cellular biology techniques.
- Proven track record of designing and executing complex experiments independently.
- Excellent analytical skills, with proficiency in statistical analysis and data interpretation.
- Experience with bioinformatics tools and analysis is a plus.
- Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals is highly desirable.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present scientific data clearly and concisely.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
- Problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach to research challenges.
What We Offer:
Our client provides a highly competitive salary, comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, a 401(k) retirement plan with company match, and generous paid time off. You will work in a stimulating and intellectually challenging environment, with access to state-of-the-art facilities and opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement. Join a team dedicated to making a significant impact on human health through scientific innovation.
Research & Development Scientist (Biotech)
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Our client, a pioneering biotechnology firm, located in Jacksonville, Florida, US , is seeking a highly motivated Research & Development Scientist (Biotech). This pivotal role will be responsible for designing and conducting experiments and contributing to the development of novel therapeutic solutions, contributing significantly to our continued success and growth.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, execute, and analyze complex scientific experiments using various laboratory techniques.
- Develop and optimize new assays, protocols, and methodologies.
- Interpret and present scientific data to internal teams and stakeholders.
- Maintain detailed laboratory notebooks and prepare technical reports.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including pharmacology, manufacturing, and clinical development.
- Stay current with scientific literature and industry advancements in biotechnology.
- Ensure compliance with laboratory safety regulations and quality standards.
- Contribute to the preparation of scientific publications and patent applications.
Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, or a related life science field.
- 2+ years of post-doctoral or industry experience in biotechnology R&D.
- Proficiency in a wide range of laboratory techniques (e.g., cell culture, PCR, Western blot, flow cytometry).
- Strong experimental design, data analysis, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
What We Offer:
Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, opportunities for scientific innovation, and a collaborative research environment. You will be at the forefront of groundbreaking discoveries in the biotech industry.
About Our Client:
With a rich history of innovation and a commitment to delivering exceptional results, our client has established itself as a frontrunner in the scientific research & development sector, particularly in biotechnology. They pride themselves on fostering a dynamic and inclusive workplace culture where creativity is encouraged, and individual contributions are highly valued. Their dedication to scientific rigor, innovative solutions, and improving human health has positioned them as a leader in their field, and they continue to expand their reach and influence. They are committed to diversity and inclusion, fostering an environment where all employees feel respected and empowered to do their best work. This commitment extends to their operational practices and their engagement with the broader community, ensuring a positive footprint beyond their immediate business goals. Join a team where your expertise will be recognized and your career growth supported.
Application Process:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience and qualifications. Please apply directly through this portal. Only qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview. We thank all applicants for their interest.
Data Scientist, Research & Development
Posted 20 days ago
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We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) are integral to who we are as an organization. We believe that our workforce should reflect the vast diversity of the communities we serve and that diverse voices should be elevated and intentionally integrated into our work. We welcome individuals from non-traditional backgrounds, historically marginalized, or underrepresented groups to apply and join our team. Even if you feel as if you do not meet 100% of the qualifications, we still strongly encourage you to apply.
The Pirates Why
The Pittsburgh Pirates are a storied franchise in Major League Baseball who are reinventing themselves on every level. Boldly and relentlessly pursuing excellence by:
- purposefully developing a player and people-centered culture;
- deeply connecting with our fans, partners, and colleagues;
- passionately creating lifetime memories for generations of families and friends; and
- meaningfully impacting our communities and the game of baseball.
At the Pirates, we believe in the power of a diverse workforce and strive to create an inclusive culture centered in Passion, Innovation, Respect, Accountability, Teamwork, Empathy, and Service.
Job Summary
The Pittsburgh Pirates are seeking a data scientist who can impact the organization's acquisition and player development through the development of core research models. The Research & Development team's mission is to rethink a changing game, discover competitive advantages, and scale data-informed decision-making across the organization. Ideal candidates are those who are motivated to deliver novel findings that they see all the way to direct impact with end-users. Our data scientists work both independently and collaboratively to break down complex problems into smaller steps and iterative solutions, presenting their work to personnel across Baseball Operations departments. We are building a team with complementary expertises that can tackle new questions across ball-tracking, player-tracking, biomechanical, and custom datasets-some of the most interesting and applicable data in the world! We are open to discussing local, remote, and hybrid options depending on your professional and academic experience.
Responsibilities:
- Design and deploy core statistical or machine-learning models in the valuation, development, and other on-field spaces.
- Document and present iterative work to R&D and Baseball Operations stakeholders through a combination of written reports and live presentations.
Required:
- Authorized to work lawfully in the United States.
- Advanced degree in a quantitative field (e.g. statistics, economics, physics, operations research, etc.) or equivalent experience (2+ years) involving largely self-driven research.
- Ability to effectively communicate complex topics to technical and non-technical audiences through written and verbal formats.
- Programming skills in R or Python to work efficiently with large data sets.
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays when required by the baseball calendar.
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Staff Scientist, Research & Development

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**COMPANY:** Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.
**LOCATION:** 5350 NE Dawson Creek Dr., Hillsboro, OR 97124
**TITLE:** Staff Scientist, Research & Development
**HOURS:** Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
**DUTIES:** Design and perform simulations of FIB columns, including charged particle simulations, electrical requirement analysis, high voltage and electromagnetic fields design and analysis, mechanical design analysis, vacuum design, and material selection.
Develop testing and characterization methods to validate FIB performance.
Develop and maintain in-house software tools to simulate and characterize FIB columns.
Work with multi-functional engineering groups to develop FIB columns-related products.
Maintain extensive knowledge of innovative principles and theories of charged particle optics and systems, including ion and electron columns and sources.
Lead and manage small-sized ion columns and sources.
Lead and manage small-sized ion columns development projects.
Participate in the development of patent applications.
Provide company-wide technical support for ion columns.
**TRAVEL:** Up to 15% domestic and international travel required.
**REQUIREMENTS:** Master's degree or foreign degree equivalent in Electronic Engineering, Physics, or a related field of study plus 6 years of experience in Systems Design, Product Engineering, or related experience. Employer will also accept a PhD or foreign degree equivalent in Electronic Engineering, Physics, or a related field of study plus 3 years of experience in Systems Design, Product Engineering, or related experience as an equivalent alternative.
Required knowledge or experience with:
Design, simulation, and operation of charged particle beam systems;
FIB and SEM columns;
Ion and electron sources including plasma sources;
Using and troubleshooting laboratory equipment including electronics, high voltage, and vacuum systems;
Python, C, C++, and numerical methods; and
Scientific programming and lab hands-on skills.
Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
Principal Research Scientist I, Analytical Research & Development (People Manager)

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AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas - immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at Follow @abbvie on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and Tik Tok ( .
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Group Overview:
AbbVie Small Molecule Analytical Research & Development (Analytical R&D) is a global analytical scientific organization responsible for all CMC analytical activities related to the development of AbbVie's pharmaceutical products?Our scope includes AbbVie's diverse pipeline of innovative small molecule medicines and spans from the selection of Discovery candidate molecules to Late Stage Clinical Development?We are building a world-class team of scientists and leaders who will drive the advancement of industry-leading analytical capabilities and make meaningful contributions to advance AbbVie's pipeline of innovative medicines?Careers in AbbVie Analytical R&D provide unique opportunities to work with global and cross-functional teams to drive exceptional science and innovative product development strategies?We are looking for diverse candidates with strong scientific and leadership experience to join the AbbVie Analytical R&D team and can offer exciting and rewarding career opportunities for these candidates.
Position Description:
For the Principal Research Scientist I position, we are seeking a highly motivated, experienced analytical scientist to lead a team of analytical scientists supporting early phase development of New Chemical Entities (NCEs) drug substance and drug product in both preclinical and clinical programs. The candidate should have extensive expertise in applying regulatory guidelines within an R&D environment with a fit for purpose mind set. The candidate will need experience in analytical control strategies, analytical method development, characterization, validation, release, and stability testing.
He/ She should be able to direct research and/or project activities by effectively mentoring, guiding and/or supervising scientific personnel. Should conceive, execute and communicate novel multi-disciplinary research or development strategies that achieve project and strategic goals. Serve as a lead scientist on projects and contribute scientific insights into multiple other projects and initiatives.
He/she must foster productive collaborations within the global Analytical R&D organization and with R&D cross-functional partners such as Pre-Clinical Safety (PCS), Process Chemistry, Process Engineering, Drug Product Development (DPD), and Quality Assurance (QA) and CMC-Regulatory?
Responsibilities:
+ Manager a small team (3 direct reports) to support the development of NCE candidates (RSM to API to DP) from pre-clinical through Phase II clinical trials and accountable for the effective performance of the team/individuals.
+ Responsible for method development, testing procedures, and implementation of analytical control strategies to help the advancement of drug discovery candidates.
+ Apply analytical separation and detection modes for complex impurity profiling of pharmaceutical products to further the understanding of emerging cGMP manufacturing processes.
+ Generate new scientific proposals and lead those efforts. Anticipate and critically evaluate scientific or regulatory advances or competitive threats and respond with appropriate new strategies.
+ Utilize understanding of a range of analytical techniques to conduct research and development studies related to small-molecule drug products, active pharmaceutical ingredients, intermediates, starting materials, impurities and impurity profiling.
+ Routinely demonstrate scientific initiative and creativity in research or development activities and maintain a high level of productivity in the lab.
+ Embraces the ideas of others, nurtures innovation and manages innovation to reality.
+ Encourage ideas and drive for continuous improvement and champion initiatives within Analytical R&D and across R&D partner functions.
+ Raises the bar and is never satisfied with the status quo.
+ Understand and comply with AbbVie safety, quality and regulatory policies and government regulations.
Qualifications
+ Bachelors, Masters, or Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry typically with a minimum of 14 (BS), 12 (MS), or 6 (Ph.D.) years related industry experience.
+ Direct people-management experience.
+ Strong technical background in analytical chemistry, excellent analytical problem-solving skills. Capable of independently developing and troubleshoot analytical methods.
+ Demonstrate creative 'out of the box' thinking to solve difficult problems.
+ Champion new technologies to achieve project goals.
+ Hands on experience with HPLC analysis and method development along with fundamental understanding and working knowledge of various analytical techniques including MS, GC, ICP-OES, IC, and NMR.
+ Self-motivated, hard-working, detail-oriented individual able to work in a fast-paced team environment.
+ Experience in the use of computerized data handling systems.
+ High-quality written and oral communication skills and ability to interact effectively with interdisciplinary scientists and engineers.
+ Learns fast, grasps the "essence" and can change course quickly where indicated.
+ High-quality written and oral communication skills and ability to interact effectively with interdisciplinary scientists and engineers.
Additional Information
Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law: ?
+ This is an on-site opportunity. Relocation assistance is available.
+ The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future?
+ We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees?
+ This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs. ?
+ This job is eligible to participate in our long-term incentive programs?
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, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law. ?
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community? Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
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Research & Development Manager
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At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning, the basket that transported those bottles of craft beer you enjoyed last weekend, and the microwave tray that heated your gourmet meal last night. Were one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the worlds most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are collaborative, diverse, innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities.
With over 25,000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industrys best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.
If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, wed love to hear from you.
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With limited supervision from the R&D Director, the R&D Manager is responsible for managing analytic labs, supporting technical services at mills and converters, and leading product development initiatives from concept through commercialization.
Relocation assistance is available for this position.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct analytical analysis of samples using FTIR, GCMS, Optical Microscope, and all Tappi-based test equipment.
- Lead investigations utilizing both internal and external analytical resources.
- Provide expertise in board and converting to offer recommendations based on sample analytics.
- Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot board, coating, converting, and printing technical issues.
- Support new product development (NPD) initiatives for the mill division and AMC as needed.
- Conduct competitive analysis including board comparisons, business models, competitor capabilities, and future capacity.
- Offer technical insight into proposed capital equipment installations.
- Establish and maintain key relationships with suppliers.
- Assist in the development of existing and new GPI packaging concepts, focusing on manufacturability.
- Lead coating, calendaring, and wet-end trials at mills.
- Develop cost models for new paperboard machinery and processes, including capital estimation and requirements.
- Provide engineering expertise to support R&D activities aligning with new business objectives.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining focus on customer commitments and timelines.
- Prepare and present detailed reports and presentations on project progress to senior staff and customers.
- Engage with customers during concept, design, and process development phases for new packaging initiatives.
- Expertise in paper and paperboard physical properties and coating technology.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. and safely operate in a manufacturing environment, including handling industrial chemicals and machinery.
- Strong verbal communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage effectively with customers, teams, and executive leadership.
- Willingness to travel (1-2 trips per month).
Graphic Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be evaluated on the basis of their qualifications for the job in question. We do not base our employment decision on an employee's or applicant's race, color, religion, age, gender or sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic identity, genetic information, disability, veteran/military status or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. Click here to view the Poster, EEO is the Law. Seniority level
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- Employment type Full-time
- Job function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
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#J-18808-LjbffrSpecialist Research & Development
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Specialist Technical Services Chemist
Summary :
Responsible for the collection and protection of intellectual property, technical customer support, review and approval of numerous key documents and processes involved in the development of new personal care products. This position requires a science background and an analytical mind with an eye for detail-oriented work.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Behavior: Exhibit team player qualities of cooperation and coordination; professional interaction in all business contacts, all day, every day
- Attendance: Present for work when scheduled is a mandatory function. Work hours may extend pass normal business hours based on the workload of the department.
- Safety: Your compliance and enforcement of all company safety rules, procedures and guidelines is essential. Reporting of safety issues is mandatory.
- Provide internal and external customer technical support via information and document creating, gathering, dissemination. Manage the collection and dissemination of information for customer specific systems including the Wal-Mart ProSpec and Sam's Club HIVE systems.
- Management and maintenance of formulations software including, but not limited to collecting, entering, and updating product formulations, raw materials, components, and vendors.
- Review & Approval of key developmental documents which have high impact within the organization and must be accurate: Ingredient Statements, Specification Setups, SAP Group BOM entries, Raw Material Setups, Quantitative Ingredient Statements
- Out of Specification investigations including customer 3 rd party testing deviations.
- Alternate Raw Material review/approval.
- Conversion project form generation.
- National Brand evaluations and Competitor analysis - physical property testing and organoleptics evaluation.
- Provide technical support to lab personnel including but not limited to: Triangle evaluations, Optiva and SAP assistance, equipment function training.
- Submission of products for 3rd party review
- Reviewing and repurposing UL reports
- Archival of raw material and product documentation in multiple systems
- Equipment calibration and maintenance as needed: Viscometers, pH Meters, Thermometers, Incubators
- Store checks: Shopping for national brand samples as needed for national brand evaluations, 3rd party testing, special projects, etc.
N/A
Education Requirements:
A Bachelors Degree in Chemistry or related science; three years of related experience and/or training; or combination of 10 years education and experience
Experience Requirements:
- At least 3 years of laboratory work or Quality Systems Auditing experience is required in addition to the education requirement.
- Proficient in Excel; basic understanding Word
- Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference and apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, and ratios to practical situations
- Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a fast paced high volume environment required
- Understanding of what it takes to get a basic project to market
- Ability to manage basic projects through the organization
- Able to report on project progress
- Solid understanding of the commercialization process
- Preference towards collaborating on group projects rather than working individually
- High standards for quality of work
- Enthusiastic, with a positive attitude and passion for innovation
- Strong information management and communication skills
- Efficient management of time and use of resources
- Inspires confidence and trust by being dependable and honest
- Intrinsic drive to support team goals by learning and applying new skills and concepts
- Good listening skills and willingness to accept constructive criticism and learn from mistakes
- Logical approach to judgement and decision making based on original thinking, direct experience, and high quality, independently verifiable evidence
- Eager to learn
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills are critical
- Ability to deal with ambiguity
- Exhibit a team based approach
- Interpersonal savvy
- Priority setting
- Process management
- Drive for results
DOT Hazmat certification and GHS SDS certification may be provided.
Travel:
N/A
Work Environment:
This job operates in a professional laboratory and office environment. This role routinely uses standard laboratory equipment and standard office equipment such as hot plates, pH meter, viscometer, Ross miles foam height apparatus, mixers, balances, computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Frequently lifts 5-50lbs packages from floor to shelf, table, or cart.
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Research & Development Engineer
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Research & Development Engineer
Hillsboro, New Hampshire, United States
Sense the power of light
ams OSRAM is a global leader in innovative light and sensor solutions. "Sense the power of light" - our success is based on our deep understanding of the potential of light. By adding intelligence to light, we enable our customers to drive transformative applications. Our around 20,000 employees worldwide focus on innovation alongside the societal megatrends of digitalization, smart living, energy efficiency, and sustainability. Whatever your role is, you are a part of a talented team that enjoys exploring and designing new technologies.
Your new responsibilities
- Design and Development: Create and develop automotive lighting components and assemblies, including headlights, taillights, interior lighting, and fixtures.
- Design verification: Conduct feasibility studies to ensure designs meet functional requirements.
- Thermal and Structural Analysis: Perform Finite Element Analysis (FEA) for thermal management and structural integrity.
- Modeling and Drawings: Utilize CAD software for freeform surface modeling and create detailed 2D drawings with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
- Tooling and Fixture Design: Oversee tooling kick-off, data exchange, and design of gauges and fixtures.
- Project Management: Manage program timelines and ensure projects are completed on schedule. Work closely with cross-functional teams, including electrical engineers, designers, and manufacturing teams
- Manufacturing support: Support to production teams on an as-needed basis to increase material efficiency and prevent quality issues.
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Material Science or a relevant field
- 3+ Years of experience in similar positions preferred
- Strong knowledge of product development processes and prototyping
- Familiarity with testing equipment, instrumentation, or lab procedures
- CAD Software: Experience with computer-aided design (CAD) tools for creating detailed product drawings.
- Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and PP with strong presentation skills
- Comfortable working with cross-functional teams (manufacturing, quality, marketing, etc.)
ams OSRAM is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Diversity, equity and inclusion is strongly established in our corporate culture and we firmly believe it makes us more successful as a company. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment regardless of ethnic, national or social origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, color, religion, age, physical and mental abilities.
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Specialist Research & Development
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Specialist Technical Services Chemist
Summary :
Responsible for the collection and protection of intellectual property, technical customer support, review and approval of numerous key documents and processes involved in the development of new personal care products. This position requires a science background and an analytical mind with an eye for detail-oriented work.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Behavior: Exhibit team player qualities of cooperation and coordination; professional interaction in all business contacts, all day, every day
- Attendance: Present for work when scheduled is a mandatory function. Work hours may extend pass normal business hours based on the workload of the department.
- Safety: Your compliance and enforcement of all company safety rules, procedures and guidelines is essential. Reporting of safety issues is mandatory.
- Provide internal and external customer technical support via information and document creating, gathering, dissemination. Manage the collection and dissemination of information for customer specific systems including the Wal-Mart ProSpec and Sam's Club HIVE systems.
- Management and maintenance of formulations software including, but not limited to collecting, entering, and updating product formulations, raw materials, components, and vendors.
- Review & Approval of key developmental documents which have high impact within the organization and must be accurate: Ingredient Statements, Specification Setups, SAP Group BOM entries, Raw Material Setups, Quantitative Ingredient Statements
- Out of Specification investigations including customer 3 rd party testing deviations.
- Alternate Raw Material review/approval.
- Conversion project form generation.
- National Brand evaluations and Competitor analysis - physical property testing and organoleptics evaluation.
- Provide technical support to lab personnel including but not limited to: Triangle evaluations, Optiva and SAP assistance, equipment function training.
- Submission of products for 3rd party review
- Reviewing and repurposing UL reports
- Archival of raw material and product documentation in multiple systems
- Equipment calibration and maintenance as needed: Viscometers, pH Meters, Thermometers, Incubators
- Store checks: Shopping for national brand samples as needed for national brand evaluations, 3rd party testing, special projects, etc.
N/A
Education Requirements:
A Bachelors Degree in Chemistry or related science; three years of related experience and/or training; or combination of 10 years education and experience
Experience Requirements:
- At least 3 years of laboratory work or Quality Systems Auditing experience is required in addition to the education requirement.
- Proficient in Excel; basic understanding Word
- Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference and apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, and ratios to practical situations
- Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a fast paced high volume environment required
- Understanding of what it takes to get a basic project to market
- Ability to manage basic projects through the organization
- Able to report on project progress
- Solid understanding of the commercialization process
- Preference towards collaborating on group projects rather than working individually
- High standards for quality of work
- Enthusiastic, with a positive attitude and passion for innovation
- Strong information management and communication skills
- Efficient management of time and use of resources
- Inspires confidence and trust by being dependable and honest
- Intrinsic drive to support team goals by learning and applying new skills and concepts
- Good listening skills and willingness to accept constructive criticism and learn from mistakes
- Logical approach to judgement and decision making based on original thinking, direct experience, and high quality, independently verifiable evidence
- Eager to learn
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills are critical
- Ability to deal with ambiguity
- Exhibit a team based approach
- Interpersonal savvy
- Priority setting
- Process management
- Drive for results
DOT Hazmat certification and GHS SDS certification may be provided.
Travel:
N/A
Work Environment:
This job operates in a professional laboratory and office environment. This role routinely uses standard laboratory equipment and standard office equipment such as hot plates, pH meter, viscometer, Ross miles foam height apparatus, mixers, balances, computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Frequently lifts 5-50lbs packages from floor to shelf, table, or cart.