Phd Material Scientist
21 hours ago
North Chicago, IL, United States
The Fountain Group
Full-time
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100% ONSITE NORTH CHICAGO IL
PAY: $33-$38/hr
REQUIRED:
The main focus is hands-on particle and material characterization. The managers need someone comfortable operating the instruments, interpreting results, and troubleshooting. Some HPLC work will also be required during downtime.
Must Haves:
- DLS (Dynamic Light Scattering), Flow Imaging, and Light Obscuration – All three are required.
- SEM/EDX or TEM – Must have experience with at least one of these techniques.
- Strong hands-on lab research experience with the ability to analyze and present findings.
- Background in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or Pharmaceutical Sciences.
- BS with 5+ years or MS with 2+ years of relevant lab experience. PhDs are welcome.
Nice to Haves:
- Additional techniques: PXRD/XRD, TGA, DSC, DVS, FTIR/Raman spectroscopy.
- Experience with peptides, LNPs, nanoparticles, or proteins.
- Pharmaceutical industry and GMP/GLP experience.
HPLC experience.
Job Description:
- Plan and execute assigned particle characterization tasks as well as other applicable physical analytical chemistry tasks utilizing standard procedure and technical understanding of various techniques to complete assigned tasks
- Independently generate precise, reliable and reproducible data in a timely manner. Document the experimentation per the regulatory requirements.
- Demonstrate experimental precision and strong data interpretation skills and should possess understanding of core discipline.
- Collaborate with various functions (i.E. formulation, analytical, process engineering) to integrate particulate analysis for finished dosage forms and complete projects under aggressive timeline
- Ensures safety requirements are met when performing tasks.
- Ensures timely delivery of high-quality precise data.
- Apply basic computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, and instrument related systems.
- Presents findings of defined experiments to larger audiences.