Research Scientist I

Science & Research

Fort Worth, TX, US

Pay Rate Low: 30.00 | Pay Rate High: 41.50

• Added - 03/04/2024

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Exciting development opportunity to work for a global leader dedicated to helping people see brilliantly. The largest device company in the world – with complementary businesses in Surgical and Vision Care

2 Year Contract

41.20 per hour

Local candidates preferred

Join the group focusing on the development of topical ophthalmic formulations and help solve manufacturing and stability challenges in new solution and emulsion formulations, evaluate the properties of new formulations and materials, characterize new manufacturing processes.

The candidate is expected to

• be able to carry out experiments under the limited supervision, following GxP guidelines. Capable of taking initiative, self-driven, capable of focusing on objectives, and strong ability for prioritization. Detail oriented and hand-on is a must.

• contribute to DOE development in collaboration with supervising scientists

• analyze, summarize, and present the data.

• have in depth experience in polymer chemistry, surface chemistry, colloid chemistry, or similar, with strong formulation and characterization skills.

generate, review and approve documents such as batch records, study protocols, reports, and standard operational procedures

• Have strong ability to work independently with little direction and tight timeline;

Minimum requirements:

• BS degree in chemistry, polymer science, surface science, colloid chemistry, or similar.

• Chemical lab experience. Ability to work following SOPs and instructions.

Desired:

• MS or PhD degree with experience in polymer science, surface science, colloid chemistry, or similar.

• Experience working with polymer solutions and / or with emulsions, familiarity with rheology, microscopy, and particle size characterization methods.

• Experience developing ophthalmic products

• Understanding of formulations development principles.

• Experience working in regulated industry such as pharmaceutical or medical devices.

• Strong oral and written communication skills, excellent presentation skills

• Experience in GxP

This job description is a complete list of all desired skills but not all are required. We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply. We look forward to a conversation to learn more about you!

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