Senior Scientist Job at Alcon
Are you ready to see your future like never before? If so, Alcon is the place for you! A career at Alcon is like no other. We are innovative. We are impactful. We are the largest eye care medical device company helping restore sight and allowing millions of people worldwide to see brilliantly. We have a long history of industry firsts and a diverse hardworking team that keeps us on the cutting edge.
We are currently hiring a Senior Scientist in Johns Creek, GA, who will be a part of an exciting team who are passionate about performing polymer formulation and engineering in a research and development environment, while using relevant statistical techniques and methods to plan and execute experiments and analyze experimental data. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of polymer science, Chemical Engineering or Process Engineering.
Key Responsibilities:
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Develop new methodologies, technique and equipment for lens fabrication, process, and characterization.
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Develop new material for new contact lens and process based on in-depth understanding in both materials technology and lens production process
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Demonstrates an in-depth understanding of structure-property-process relationship of hydrogel materials.
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Documents experimental results details on all planned and completed experiments including raw materials, experimental plans and procedures, results, data analyses and conclusions in appropriate formats (laboratory notebook, memo and/or report) and communicate effectively to project teams.
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Handles, uses, stores and disposes all lab used chemicals as outlined in MSDS, SOP and other company prescribed, state and federal guidelines. Also, follows all company established Health, Safety and Environment operational requirements.
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Actively monitors patent and scientific literature for significant technical developments relevant to CL and CLC products.
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Protect company IP by filing patent applications.
Key Requirements/Minimum Requirements:
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Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +10 yrs; Assoc.+6 yrs; M.S.+0 yrs)
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The ability to fluently read, write, understand, and communicate in English
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2 Years of Relevant Experience
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Work hours: Standard, Monday – Friday
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Travel Requirements: Up to 10%
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Relocation assistance: No
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Sponsorship available: Yes
Preferred Qualifications/Skills/Experience:
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PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering.
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Experience with hydrogel and contact lens care products.
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Able to apply engineering principles to assigned projects is desired (DOE and SPC).
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Able to write protocols/reports and communicate well to internal customers.
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Alcon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. Alcon takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment and our policies are not to discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Alcon is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an email to alcon.recruitment@alcon.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
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