Polymer Scientist

Our client, a world-leading Pharmaceutical Company in Lake Forest, IL is currently looking for a Polymer Scientist to join their expanding team.

Position Details:
Job Title: Polymer Scientist (Pharma–Medical Devices Industry) / Hybrid work
Duration: 12 months contract, extendable up to 36 months
Location: Lake Forest, IL
Hybrid role in Lake Forest, IL; candidates will be required onsite 3 days per week (minimum) after training



Note:
The client has the right-to-hire you as a permanent employee at any time during or after the end of the contract.
You may participate in the company group medical insurance plan



Job Description:
Polymer Scientist
The Polymer Scientist will provide scientific expertise to drive programs that improve materials quality, supply reliability and total cost of ownership for PGS' Sterile Injectable packaging and delivery system components.
The Polymer Scientist will provide technical packaging materials expertise to identify alternate materials and resolve material and resin issues within the network.
This individual will develop strong network partnerships, and utilize technical knowledge, analytical testing, and data analytics to ensure effective and timely solutions to materials concerns



Responsibilities:
Identify alternate materials for components to ensure product supply and support NetZero projects
Ensure timely resolution of material issues/ investigations to sustain a consistent supply of product to the market
Provide technical expertise to reduce costs, address shelf-life concerns, and ensure a consistent supply of product to market
Implement unique materials solutions to support product improvements
Provide Materials expertise to address plastic component and Single use system initiatives
Prove materials support of new product development and component lifecycle management projects
Drive industry focus to evaluate new materials technologies



Qualifications:
BS/MS in Polymer/Material Science, Engineering, or a related field
A minimum of 2+ years of experience in pharmaceuticals / medical devices
Expertise in Qualifying materials for pharmaceutical products
Knowledge of multiple resin types
Knowledge of USP/EP requirements
Strong written, verbal, and technical communication skills
Strong time management skills
Team player



Location:
This is a hybrid role in Lake Forest, IL; candidates will be required onsite 3 days per week (minimum) after training