Associate Scientist Position Available In Greater Bridgeport Planning Region, Connecticut

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Associate Scientist Location:

Trumbull, CT Workschedule:

Monday- Friday, 8 hours

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Contract Requirements TheAssociate Scientist plans and performs laboratory assignments inthe development of product formulations, measurement of physicalproperties, validation of performance and analysis of competitiveproducts. The individual draws conclusions based on data, proposesand directs next steps in the development plan and is responsibleto drive development activities. The individual further functionsas part of an integrated cross functional team. Four year collegechemistry degree or Associates Degree with relevant industrialexperience is required. Relevant formulating experience in consumerpackaged goods will be taken into consideration. Advanced knowledgeof detergents chemistry and ability to understand and carry outstandard methods relevant to product development a plus. Experiencerequired to efficiently perform a variety of research experimentsand tests including setting up and operation of apparatus andequipment. Basic personal computer skills including wordprocessing, spreadsheets, and databases are required. Strongcommunication skills are required, as the position involves workingin multi-functional project teams, with consumers and 3rd parties.

Responsibilities Develops experimental designs and work plans inthe creation of prototype products to meet desired performancemetrics. Reviews data, provides preliminary interpretation anddraws conclusions from data. Proposes next steps and strategies ofdevelopment efforts. Works closely with packaging, processdevelopment, and manufacturing during development, andcommercialization of relevant products. Records detailedobservation and data from experiments performed. Keeps lab notebookrecords current and in good order as a working legal document.

Plans and schedules project tasks related to laboratoryexperiments, 3rd party testing and consumer trials. Reports projectstatus to team members and management as required. Responsible forpreliminary interpretation and presentation of data. Reportsprogress/issues on a timely basis. Contributes to the solution ofassigned problems through development/modification of testprocedures. Runs standard and non-standard chemical, physical, orapplication tests to obtain data to evaluate composition andperformance of competitive offerings. Assists department staff inlab demonstrations for training programs and customer visits.

Checks and maintains inventories of raw materials and supplies andmaintains work spaces. Responsible for safe working conditions(handles dangerous equipment and hazardous chemicals). Is aware ofhazards associated with work assigned, observes safe workpractices, keeps equipment neat, clean and in safe operatingcondition, and maintains good housekeeping standards. Responsiblefor following all applicable Federal, State, and Local health,safety, and environmental regulations, as per corporate health,safety and environmental policies. Benefits System One offerseligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options,including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, lifeinsurance, voluntary plans, and participation in a 401(k) plan.

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558-Scientific