Sr. Scientist R&D
About The Position
The Sr. Scientist is responsible for hands-on execution of laboratory experiments and contributing to the design of scientific procedures. The position supports development of new products and applications, including project planning and execution in accordance with Avantor processes. The role calls for a skilled synthetic chemist to develop novel, efficient, and sustainable routes. Under minimal supervision, the Sr. Scientist independently or jointly conceptualizes, plans, and performs laboratory experiments, including materials synthesis and purification, downstream processing, and chemical or biochemical analysis to advance new product and application projects through development phases. The position conducts work following Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), prepares experimental protocols, SOPs, and analytical test methods, and analyzes, summarizes, and reports results to support scientific meetings and project outcomes. The role also involves operating and maintaining laboratory instruments, troubleshooting according to SOPs, documenting procedures and observations, maintaining a safe and orderly laboratory, preparing materials and samples, and troubleshooting processes.
Requirements
- Ph.D. degree with 1–2 years of postdoctoral work experience.
- Hands-on execution of chemical laboratory experiments.
- Experience conducting experimental work following GLP principles.
- Experience managing laboratory equipment.
- Experience conducting laboratory work and process development for chemical products or polymers.
- Experience providing hands-on support for synthesis work.
- Experience preparing experimental protocols, SOPs, and analytical testing.
- Experience planning and performing laboratory experiments, and analyzing, summarizing, and reporting results.
- Working knowledge of experimental laboratory instruments and scientific products.
- Experience with organic and polymer synthesis, characterization methods, and tools.
- Basic computing skills, including Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent.
- Experience using safe laboratory practices and procedures.
- Direct laboratory experience in synthesis, purification, and characterization of organic molecules, polymers, and inorganic material.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working in a GLP/GMP facility.
- Experience preparing experimental protocols, SOPs, and analytical test methods.
- Experience operating and routinely maintaining laboratory instruments and troubleshooting in accordance with established SOPs.
Responsibilities
- Conceptualize, plan, and perform laboratory experiments independently or jointly, including materials synthesis and purification, downstream processes, and chemical or biochemical analysis.
- Conduct experimental work following Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) principles.
- Prepare experimental protocols, SOPs, and analytical test methods.
- Analyze, summarize, and accurately report results in a timely manner for scientific meetings and project outcomes.
- Operate and routinely maintain laboratory instruments, and troubleshoot them in accordance with SOPs.
- Accurately document procedures and observations.
- Maintain the laboratory area and follow safe laboratory practices and EHS guidelines and policies.
- Support preparation of materials and samples following defined protocols.
- Troubleshoot processes.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Wellness programs
- Health savings and flexible spending accounts
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Employee stock purchase program
- 11 paid holidays
- Accrual of 18 PTO days annually
- Volunteer time off
- Six weeks of 100% paid parental leave, except in states that offer paid family leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
