Scientist, Special Projects

PerkinElmer • Customer Site - VA, VA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

When joining PerkinElmer, you select an experienced and trusted leader in scientific solutions, with the support of a global service network and distribution centers, providing the right solution, at the right time, to meet critical customer needs. With over an 80+ year legacy of advancing science and a mission of innovating for a healthier world, our dedicated team collaborates closely with commercial, government, academic and healthcare customers to deliver our broad portfolio of analytical solutions, and OneSource services. The Scientist, Special Projects will coordinate and execute non-routine and ad hoc analytical testing projects within the insourced laboratory team as part of an End-to-End (E2E) Laboratory Modernization Program. This role supports project planning, method development, cross-functional coordination, and reporting within an ISO 17025 accredited analytical production laboratory at a client site. The level of responsibility, autonomy, and technical complexity will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Requirements

• Project coordination and organizational skills including timeline and deliverable management.
• Analytical testing and method development expertise appropriate to level.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of ISO 17025 and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities in a fast-paced laboratory environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, or related scientific discipline. OR Associate degree with 2+ years of relevant laboratory experience.
• Relevant laboratory experience commensurate with level (entry-level candidates through experienced scientists will be considered).
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a regulated laboratory environment.
• Adaptable, self-motivated, and capable of managing tasks across shifting priorities.

Nice To Haves

• Project management experience in an analytical or regulated laboratory environment.
• Experience working within an ISO 17025–accredited or GLP-compliant laboratory environment.
• Familiarity with smoke/aerosol chemistry, consumer product analytical testing, or regulated product testing.
• Proficiency with LIMS and electronic data management systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute non-routine and ad hoc analytical testing projects in support of product development, regulatory submissions, and process improvement initiatives.
• Perform sample preparation, analytical testing, data analysis, and reporting across multiple project workstreams.
• Develop and document project-specific methods, protocols, and standard operating procedures as experience permits.
• Manage or support project timelines, resource allocation, and deliverables across laboratory workstreams.
• Serve as a liaison or supporting contributor between laboratory operations, client stakeholders, and quality teams.
• Analyze and compile project results; prepare reports and presentations for client review.
• Ensure all project activities comply with ISO 17025 and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Identify and implement process improvements and operational efficiencies within project scope.
• Mentor and train less experienced staff as appropriate to level.
• Contribute to the transition from a staffing model to a Managed Service model by identifying efficiency and cost-reduction opportunities.
• Maintain training and compliance in areas of health and safety, security, environmental and operational aspects of daily activities in the working environment.
• Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job at any time.

Benefits

• PerkinElmer is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, or veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.
• PerkinElmer is committed to a culturally diverse workforce.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree