Scientist I
Exciting 1+ year 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.
Scientist I
- Performs experiments to modify and functionalize biopolymers
- Demonstrates understanding in organic chemistry, polymer solutions, as well as formulation.
- Demonstrates understanding of structure and property relationship of polymer solutions.
- Identifies and executes appropriate testing methodologies to evaluate potential new materials
- Documents experimental results details on all planned and completed experiments including raw materials, 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.
- 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 ocular health related products.
- Rigorous application of the scientific method to strategic research targets
Bachelors degree or higher in a scientific discipline with adequate experience (MS with 1-2 yrs; BS with 2-4 yrs).
Background in Chemistry and Chemical engineering Formulation and process experience with polymer solution are desired
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!