Scientist

Job Description

Job Summary:

• The primary purpose of this position is to support the development of new products and solve formulation/manufacturing issues with existing products.
• This position will include analytical testing of raw materials and products using Liquid Chromatography (LC), Gas Chromatography (GC), Gas Chromatography Mass Spectrometry (GC/MS), Head Space Gas Chromatography Mass Spectrometry (HS-GC/MS), Infrared Spectrometry (FT-IR) and other wet chemistry techniques (titration, solids, etc.).
• Provide expert evaluation and interpretation of all analytical results.
• Communicate findings and provide written reports for management.
• The individual may be required to record data results, write reports, perform database entry, along with other laboratory functions.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide analytical support to formulating chemists and help solve critical issues related to formula innovation and production.
• Work on multiple projects of different degrees of complexity at one time.
• Adhere to GMP documentation lab notebook requirements, record data results, write reports, perform database entry, along with other laboratory functions as needed.
• Keeps laboratory management informed of project progress.
• The candidate will be expected to work independently with a minimum amount of supervision.
• Perform any in-process testing, lab maintenance, lab inventory tracking that is required and assist other groups in Special Analytical Services (SAS) as needed.
• Work safely in a laboratory environment.

Education and Experience:

• Four year (B.S. or B.A.) Chemistry, Biology or Biochemistry degree is required (Chemistry field preferred).
• 1-3 years of experience desired.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Microsoft office, SAP a plus.
• Statistical analysis skills a plus
• Good working knowledge of analytical techniques required.
• Solid awareness and practice of safe lab procedures.
• Basic knowledge of chemistry techniques (GMP) and knowledge of: Titration, Pipetting, pH, Viscosity and making volumetric solutions.
• Must be able to communicate clearly both orally and in written formats.
• Problem solving skills a plus.
• Knowledge of cosmetic ingredients a plus.
• Must be flexible to work different shifts and overtime as needed.
• Must be able to lift 35 lbs.
• Knowledge of metric weights and measures including balance, pH meter, viscometer.