Research Scientist I

Job Description

Target Pay Rate: 28-36.23/hr **salary will be commensurate with experience

Job Description:

Perform daily functions in batch preparation of formulations and intermediate solutions, complete all documentation following the preparation of the batches throughout the process.

• Assist with any additional projects assigned by Cross functional teams.
• Performs polymer formulation, characterization and process in a research laboratory environment.
• Demonstrates understanding in both, materials technology and lens production process, to insure compatibility between material and process. Identifies and optimizes novel materials for their use in lens, saline, and lens care product formulations.
• Demonstrates understanding of structure and property relationship in polymers, specifically the relationship between molecular architecture and morphology and bulk properties. Identifies and executes appropriate testing methodologies to evaluate potential new contact lenses, lens surfaces, package saline and lens care products
• Documents experimental results details on all planned and completed experiments including raw mate-rials, experimental plans and procedures, results, data analyses and conclusions in appropriate formats (laboratory notebook, memo and/or report) and communicate effectively to project teams. Files all new material concepts through invention disclosures and support patent filings as required to protect intellectual property.
• Handles, uses, stores and disposes all lab used chemicals as outlined in MSDS, SOP and other company prescribed, state and federal guidelines. Also, complies with all company established Health, Safety and Environment operational requirements. Uses relevant statistical techniques and methods to plan and execute experiments and to analyze experimental data.
• Actively monitors patent and scientific literature for significant technical developments relevant to CL and CLC products.
  
  

Key Performance Indicators (Indicate how performance for this role will be measured)

• Rigorous application of the scientific method to strategic research targets
• Timely achievement and effective communication of results and conclusions
• Effective collaboration and leadership with team members
• Compliance with all regulatory, quality, and safety requirements, including good documentation practices.
• Bachelors degree or higher in a scientific discipline with adequate experience (MS with 0-2 yrs; BS with 0-4 yrs); Degree in Polymer Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science is preferred.
• Fluency in English required.
• Previous Work experience on chemistry/material science industries such as adhesives, coatings, UV curatives and/or regulated medical devices are desired.
• Formulation and process experience with hydrogel and contact lens care are a plus.
• Must be able to write reports and communicate well to internal customers.
  

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