Associate Scientist

FMC Corporation•Newark, DE

6d•Onsite

About The Position

FMC Corporation is a global leader in agricultural sciences, driven by our purpose: Innovation for Agriculture. Solutions for the Planet. We are passionate about the power of science to solve agriculture’s biggest challenges. With one of the most productive and diversified pipelines in the industry, FMC is delivering cutting-edge and next-generation crop protection technologies – including Dodhylex™ active, Isoflex™ active, rimisoxafen, and fluindapyr – to help farmers increase the productivity and resilience of their land. Our employees are at the heart of this innovation. We’re looking for bold thinkers and collaborative doers. At FMC, your ideas matter. From day one, you’ll contribute to meaningful work that drives progress in agriculture, supported by a culture that values integrity, safety, respect, and results. Join us in advancing the future of agriculture. Together, we’re building a more resilient planet – one innovation at a time.

Requirements

Hands-on laboratory experience with laboratory safety knowledge.
Working with automated compound storage systems.
Experience using LIMS platforms, especially Titian Mosaic or comparable systems.
Practical operation and troubleshooting of automated liquid handlers.
Basic scripting or programming experience (Python, VB.NET, Oracle/SQL Developer or similar).
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Sample management and chemical handling experience.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate across teams, manage time effectively, and communicate with attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

knowledge of compound management and laboratory automation in an industrial set up.

Responsibilities

Maintain safe laboratory practices in alignment with organizational and regulatory guidelines.
Operate and support laboratory automation systems to enable efficient, high-quality workflows.
Prepare compounds for High Volume Screens.
Utilize Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS), including Cenevo Mosaic or similar platforms, for sample tracking, workflow execution, and data integrity.
Execute, optimize, and troubleshoot automated liquid handling protocols on platforms such as, Analytik-Jena, or comparable systems.
Manage sample storage and retrieval workflows, ensuring proper handling, organization, and tracking of materials across automated and manual storage environments
Oversee sample data management, ensuring accurate metadata entry, timely updates, audit-ready documentation, and compliance with internal data governance standards.
Perform routine sample management tasks, including chemical handling and coordination of sample inventory.
Collaborate with scientists, engineers, and cross‑functional partners to support lab operations and project needs.
Manage scheduling, task prioritization, and timely completion of laboratory activities.
Communicate effectively with stakeholders while maintaining meticulous attention to detail in reporting and documentation.