Our client is an American-based biotechnology company that makes biomaterials. They are looking to expand their team by hiring a
Material Scientist.
Salary/Hourly Rate
$65k – $75k Depending on relevant experience
Position Overview
Our client is seeking a Material Scientist to join the company in its Product Development group in their Essex County, NJ location. This is a unique opportunity for an individual to join a collaborative team to create next-generation environmentally conscious products using emerging technology.
Responsibilities Of The Material Scientist
- Be comfortable working in an independent, fast-paced atmosphere.
- The Material Scientist will take the lead role and a hands-on approach to all aspects of the R&D laboratory’s product development function, including prototype development, characterization, raw material selection, and process development.
- Perform hands-on laboratory research activities including imaging and characterization, including but not limited to SEM, spectrophotometers, DSC, FTIR, GC, HPLC, TGA, and ICP.
- Incorporate materials such as bio-engineering materials, carbon-neutral materials, natural polymers, recycled materials, and green compounds to meet goals.
- The Material Scientist will be responsible for maintaining equipment in the R&D laboratory and running characterization experiments such as reaction rates, conversion, and density checks. o Leverage prior material processing knowledge to establish and meet project timeline/objectives.
- Provide formulation and process support and troubleshooting for both current commercial products and products under development at third-party vendors.
- Use formulation experience and scientific literature to develop, justify, and/or investigate formulation and processing techniques.
Qualifications For The Material Scientist
- The Material Scientist must be comfortable working within an R&D laboratory setting and knowledgeable about the requirements of operating & maintaining an R&D laboratory.
- Prior experience in polymer synthesis and working with biomaterials such as leather products will be necessary in this role.
- Ability to communicate experiment results and progress to both internal lab members and external processing vendors such as tanneries.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with all levels of the company.
- The Material Scientist must have writing skills consistent with the ability to prepare concise, timely, and accurate reports.
Education Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Material Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related science with a minimum of 3 relevant material science industry experience.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision.
- 401k.
- PTO.
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Position ID: 149057