Senior Polymers Scientist
Research scientist job in Warsaw, IN
At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at *******************
**Job Function:**
R&D Product Development
**Job Sub** **Function:**
Materials/Biomaterials Science
**Job Category:**
Scientific/Technology
**All Job Posting Locations:**
Warsaw, Indiana, United States of America
**Job Description:**
We are searching for a Senior Polymers Scientist to join our DePuy Synthes located in Warsaw, IN.
Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we're developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments.
Are you passionate about improving and expanding the possibilities of Orthopedics? Ready to join a team that's reimagining how we heal? Our Orthopedics teams help keep more than 6 million people moving each year while delivering clinical and economic value to surgeons and healthcare systems. Our teams build solutions for joint reconstruction; trauma and craniomaxillofacial; sports, extremities, and elective foot and ankle; spine; and robotics and digital surgery.
Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at *******************/medtech
Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopaedics business to establish a standalone Orthopaedics company, operating as DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, as may be required, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals.
Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes, and your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by DePuy Synthes at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.
**Purpose** : You will address material selection challenges, investigate material failures, and become the historian and expert for our full range of polymer materials used in our diverse products. Apply your understanding of polymer structure-property relationships to improve materials and/or process performance and participate hands-on in the lab to characterize polymers. Provide technical support materials to Orthopaedics business partners to improve device function, quality, and cost. Apply problem-solving and failure analysis skills to collaboratively solve technical challenges, lead technical investigations, develop testing methodologies, perform materials characterization studies, interpret test results, and communicate to internal and external partners of different levels and backgrounds the significance of and impact to material and property performance.
**You will:**
+ Conduct failure analysis investigations for Orthopaedics polymeric implants and instruments.
+ Use good laboratory practices to perform hands-on polymer materials evaluations using mechanical testing, thermal analysis, microscopy, spectroscopy, and chromatography.
+ Write and maintain technical reports, materials and processes specifications, work instructions, test methods, and procedures.
+ Lead lab instrument/equipment installation qualifications and test method validations. Guide statistical process validation programs.
+ Ensures adherence to all company safety policies and procedures and other safety precautions within the work area.
+ Responsible for ensuring personal and Company compliance with all Federal, State, local and Company regulations, policies, and procedures.
+ Performs other duties assigned as needed.
**Qualifications** **:**
**Required:**
+ Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Polymers Science, or Polymers Chemistry with 4+ years experience, MS or Ph.D. with 2+ years polymers experience.
+ Knowledgeable of polymer chemistry, processes, and polymer characterization applicable to medical devices.
+ Outstanding communication and technical writing skills to communicate highly technical concepts and data to diverse technical and non-technical partners.
+ Attention to detail is vital.
+ Ability to independently perform hands-on lab work, as well as to direct technicians and co-ops, performing chemical, physical, and mechanical testing in a polymer science lab.
+ Strong project management and organizational skills.
+ Ability to use computer and laboratory equipment and software, statistical data analysis, and test results interpretation.
+ Demonstrated problem solving capabilities.
+ Understanding of statistical validation methodologies
**Preferred:**
+ Prior experience with polymers used in the medical device industry is desirable.
+ Medical device or polymer failure analysis experience is strongly preferred.
+ Highly motivated and enthusiastic self-starter works under own initiative and as an extraordinary teammate.
**Other:**
+ 5-10% travel, primarily domestic.
\#LI-AM2
_Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act._
_Johnson and Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants' needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please email the Employee Health Support Center (********************************) or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource_
**Required Skills:**
Polymer
**Preferred Skills:**
Coaching, Detail-Oriented, Raw Materials, Research and Development, Researching, SAP Product Lifecycle Management
Poultry Scientist
Research scientist job in Kalamazoo, MI
Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.
The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.
In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.
In 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.72 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.
Job Description
* Technical support for projects
* Provide routine cell culture work in support of clinical programs and vaccine construct development
* Provide in vivo clinical support in the preparation and testing of biologic specimens such as serum, tissues, swabs, and fecal material
* Run basic analytical instruments such as plate readers, microplate washers, automated workstations etc. Perform analytical techniques upon biological specimens such as qPCR, ELISAs, Western, virus isolation, etc
* Analyze and interpret experimental data with guidance
* Contribute to writing of SOPs, study reports, and protocols
* Write up laboratory notebooks regularly in compliance with guidelines
* Take care of general housekeeping activities such as cleaning bench spaces, processing equipment and glass
* Perform process characterization studies (including Bioreactor, Metabolic profiling, and DOE approaches) to identify and define acceptable parameter ranges for egg-based, CEF and tissue culture origin viruses
* Order, maintain, and stock lab supplies such as common reagents, primary packaging materials, gloves, cleaning agents, safety glasses, etc.
* Hands on study support including Necropsy and other in-vivo work
Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or other related degree concentration, or equivalent directly-related experience (two years of directly related industry experience is equivalent to one full-time year of college in related major)
* Computer skills required: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
* Minimum 1 year microbiology laboratory experience and proven skills in cell culturing techniques
* Experience with livestock or lab animals strongly preferred
* Bench experience in basic molecular biology, cell culture and viral propagation
* Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
Additional Information
* Position is full-time, first shift, Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM.
* Candidates located within a commutable distance of Kalamazoo, MI are encouraged to apply.
* Excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
* Life and disability insurance
* 401(k) with company match
* Paid vacation and holiday
#LI-EB1
Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Staff Scientist
Research scientist job in Portage, MI
Work Flexibility: Hybrid
Stryker is hiring a Staff Scientist in Portage, MI to join our Instruments Division supporting Surgical Technologies!
As a key member of the New Product Development (NPD) team, you'll play an integral role in driving innovation for new product development while also supporting sustaining activities to ensure continued product excellence and reliability.
As a Staff Scientist, Clinical Sciences, you'll be at the forefront of ensuring the safety and effectiveness of medical devices that improve lives worldwide. This is an opportunity to lead technical initiatives, influence global standards, and advance innovation in sterilization, biocompatibility, and device processing-all while collaborating with passionate experts across the organization.
What You Will Do
Be responsible for providing technical support to various areas of the business including biocompatibility, cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization of reusable and single use medical devices.
Collaborate closely with R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, Regulatory, Clinical, Marketing and Project Management to ensure project success.
Develop and implement compliant testing protocols and guidelines to support regulatory submissions for new and existing medical devices.
Coordinate and deliver project milestones in partnership with cross-functional teams, ensuring timelines and quality standards are met.
Interpret and apply international standards for sterilization, cleaning, disinfection, and biocompatibility; mentor team members on best practices.
Lead investigations and resolve complex technical issues, including customer complaints, adverse events, and non-conformances.
Perform gap assessments on evolving standards and drive updates to quality system procedures.
Serve as a subject matter expert during internal and external audits and regulatory interactions.
Create and refine documentation for sterilization, biocompatibility, and reusable device processing evaluations in compliance with design control procedures.
Train and guide junior team members to build technical expertise and ensure consistent execution.
What You Will Need
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, or a related scientific degree.
Minimum 4 years of experience in medical device or related regulated industry.
Proven knowledge of FDA and GMP standards.
Familiarity in sterilization validation principles and biocompatibility testing within a regulated environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in a related field.
Experience with multiple sterilization modalities (e.g., irradiation, ethylene oxide, vaporized hydrogen peroxide, moist heat).
Familiarity with ISO standards for medical devices (ISO 13485, ISO 10993, ISO 11135)
Familiarity with environmentally controlled area qualification principles.
AAMI CISS certification is desirable
Travel Percentage: 10%Stryker Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Stryker is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability.Stryker Corporation will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
Auto-ApplyPoultry Scientist
Research scientist job in Kalamazoo, MI
Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.
The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.
In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.
In 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.72 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.
Job Description
Technical support for projects
Provide routine cell culture work in support of clinical programs and vaccine construct development
Provide in vivo clinical support in the preparation and testing of biologic specimens such as serum, tissues, swabs, and fecal material
Run basic analytical instruments such as plate readers, microplate washers, automated workstations etc. Perform analytical techniques upon biological specimens such as qPCR, ELISAs, Western, virus isolation, etc
Analyze and interpret experimental data with guidance
Contribute to writing of SOPs, study reports, and protocols
Write up laboratory notebooks regularly in compliance with guidelines
Take care of general housekeeping activities such as cleaning bench spaces, processing equipment and glass
Perform process characterization studies (including Bioreactor, Metabolic profiling, and DOE approaches) to identify and define acceptable parameter ranges for egg-based, CEF and tissue culture origin viruses
Order, maintain, and stock lab supplies such as common reagents, primary packaging materials, gloves, cleaning agents, safety glasses, etc.
Hands on study support including Necropsy and other in-vivo work
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or other related degree concentration, or equivalent directly-related experience (two years of directly related industry experience is equivalent to one full-time year of college in related major)
Computer skills required: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
Minimum 1 year microbiology laboratory experience and proven skills in cell culturing techniques
Experience with livestock or lab animals strongly preferred
Bench experience in basic molecular biology, cell culture and viral propagation
Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
Additional Information
Position is full-time, first shift, Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM.
Candidates located within a commutable distance of Kalamazoo, MI are encouraged to apply.
Excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
Life and disability insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid vacation and holiday
#LI-EB1
Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Poultry Scientist
Research scientist job in Kalamazoo, MI
Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.
The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.
In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.
In 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.72 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.
Job Description
Technical support for projects
Provide routine cell culture work in support of clinical programs and vaccine construct development
Provide in vivo clinical support in the preparation and testing of biologic specimens such as serum, tissues, swabs, and fecal material
Run basic analytical instruments such as plate readers, microplate washers, automated workstations etc. Perform analytical techniques upon biological specimens such as qPCR, ELISAs, Western, virus isolation, etc
Analyze and interpret experimental data with guidance
Contribute to writing of SOPs, study reports, and protocols
Write up laboratory notebooks regularly in compliance with guidelines
Take care of general housekeeping activities such as cleaning bench spaces, processing equipment and glass
Perform process characterization studies (including Bioreactor, Metabolic profiling, and DOE approaches) to identify and define acceptable parameter ranges for egg-based, CEF and tissue culture origin viruses
Order, maintain, and stock lab supplies such as common reagents, primary packaging materials, gloves, cleaning agents, safety glasses, etc.
Hands on study support including Necropsy and other in-vivo work
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or other related degree concentration, or equivalent directly-related experience (two years of directly related industry experience is equivalent to one full-time year of college in related major)
Computer skills required: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
Minimum 1 year microbiology laboratory experience and proven skills in cell culturing techniques
Experience with livestock or lab animals strongly preferred
Bench experience in basic molecular biology, cell culture and viral propagation
Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
Additional Information
Position is full-time, first shift, Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM.
Candidates located within a commutable distance of Kalamazoo, MI are encouraged to apply.
Excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
Life and disability insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid vacation and holiday
#LI-EB1
Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Senior Polymers Scientist
Research scientist job in Warsaw, IN
At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at *******************
Job Function:
R&D Product Development
Job Sub Function:
Materials/Biomaterials Science
Job Category:
Scientific/Technology
All Job Posting Locations:
Warsaw, Indiana, United States of America
Job Description:
We are searching for a Senior Polymers Scientist to join our DePuy Synthes located in Warsaw, IN.
Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we're developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments.
Are you passionate about improving and expanding the possibilities of Orthopedics? Ready to join a team that's reimagining how we heal? Our Orthopedics teams help keep more than 6 million people moving each year while delivering clinical and economic value to surgeons and healthcare systems. Our teams build solutions for joint reconstruction; trauma and craniomaxillofacial; sports, extremities, and elective foot and ankle; spine; and robotics and digital surgery.
Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at *******************/medtech
Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopaedics business to establish a standalone Orthopaedics company, operating as DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, as may be required, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals.
Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes, and your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by DePuy Synthes at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.
Purpose: You will address material selection challenges, investigate material failures, and become the historian and expert for our full range of polymer materials used in our diverse products. Apply your understanding of polymer structure-property relationships to improve materials and/or process performance and participate hands-on in the lab to characterize polymers. Provide technical support materials to Orthopaedics business partners to improve device function, quality, and cost. Apply problem-solving and failure analysis skills to collaboratively solve technical challenges, lead technical investigations, develop testing methodologies, perform materials characterization studies, interpret test results, and communicate to internal and external partners of different levels and backgrounds the significance of and impact to material and property performance.
You will:
Conduct failure analysis investigations for Orthopaedics polymeric implants and instruments.
Use good laboratory practices to perform hands-on polymer materials evaluations using mechanical testing, thermal analysis, microscopy, spectroscopy, and chromatography.
Write and maintain technical reports, materials and processes specifications, work instructions, test methods, and procedures.
Lead lab instrument/equipment installation qualifications and test method validations. Guide statistical process validation programs.
Ensures adherence to all company safety policies and procedures and other safety precautions within the work area.
Responsible for ensuring personal and Company compliance with all Federal, State, local and Company regulations, policies, and procedures.
Performs other duties assigned as needed.
Qualifications:
Required:
Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Polymers Science, or Polymers Chemistry with 4+ years experience, MS or Ph.D. with 2+ years polymers experience.
Knowledgeable of polymer chemistry, processes, and polymer characterization applicable to medical devices.
Outstanding communication and technical writing skills to communicate highly technical concepts and data to diverse technical and non-technical partners.
Attention to detail is vital.
Ability to independently perform hands-on lab work, as well as to direct technicians and co-ops, performing chemical, physical, and mechanical testing in a polymer science lab.
Strong project management and organizational skills.
Ability to use computer and laboratory equipment and software, statistical data analysis, and test results interpretation.
Demonstrated problem solving capabilities.
Understanding of statistical validation methodologies
Preferred:
Prior experience with polymers used in the medical device industry is desirable.
Medical device or polymer failure analysis experience is strongly preferred.
Highly motivated and enthusiastic self-starter works under own initiative and as an extraordinary teammate.
Other:
5-10% travel, primarily domestic.
#LI-AM2
Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
Johnson and Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants' needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please email the Employee Health Support Center (********************************) or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource
Required Skills:
Polymer
Preferred Skills:
Coaching, Detail-Oriented, Raw Materials, Research and Development, Researching, SAP Product Lifecycle Management
Auto-ApplySenior Protein Scientist
Research scientist job in Portage, MI
Primarily responsible for planning, conducting, and analyzing protein assay method development, qualification, and validation experiments with a specialized focus in Anti-Drug Antibody ADA and pharmacokinetic (PK) bioanalysis . Uses fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures of protein biology to perform scientific research tasks requiring the application of established bioanalytical techniques, procedures, and criteria. May also act as the Principal Investigator responsible for overall planning and conduct of the study in accordance with applicable regulatory guidelines and contemporary scientific practice.
Must Have Qualifications:
* Strong understanding of biomarker and anti-drug-antibody (ADA) analysis
* Strong understanding of the FDA ADA guidance for Immunogenicity Testing of Therapeutic Protein Products.
* Strong understanding of the ICH M10 guideline for bioanalytical method validation and analysis of study samples
Role Responsibilities
Ability to develop, optimize, qualify, and validate new ADA assays in both pre-clinical and clinical laboratory environments.
Ability to develop, optimize, qualify, and validate new assays to assess the pharmacokinetics of large-molecule drug candidates in both pre-clinical and clinical laboratory environments.
The scientist must possess a strong understanding of biomarker and anti-drug-antibody (ADA) analysis and be able to execute assays within these areas under the guidance of the Study Director/Principle Investigator, in collaboration with other scientific staff leading the method development and validation procedures.
Strong understanding of the FDA ADA guidance for Immunogenicity Testing of Therapeutic Protein Products. Must possess the ability to design assays that meet, or exceed, testing requirements outlined in the available guidance documents and provide scientific justification for deviating from the regulatory testing requirements.
Strong understanding of the ICH M10 guideline for bioanalytical method validation and analysis of study samples. Must possess the ability to design assays that meet, or exceed, testing requirements outlined in the available guidance documents and provide scientific justification for deviating from the regulatory testing requirements.
Conduct sample analysis of various biological matrices in support of pre-clinical and clinical studies for ADA, PK, and biomarker assays
Lead the department in onboarding new instrumentation and applications. This includes, but is not limited to, developing IQOQ documents and working with IT personnel on Computer System Validation (CSV) script development and execution, while simultaneously implementing SOPs and procedures on operation and maintenance
Study monitoring as a lead scientist and data review, as needed. The Senior Scientist is expected to have a full understanding of progress and status of method development and validation studies in their purview and relay this information to management and study directors in a timely and comprehensive manner.
Ensures that unforeseen circumstances that may affect the quality and integrity of the laboratory study are noted when they occur, and corrective action is taken and documented.
Interfacing with Sponsors, Vendors, Contributing Scientists, and Principal Investigators, as needed.
Establish relationships with clients and secure trust through high quality scientific execution, with timely and accurate updates provided through sponsors meetings, method development summaries, and presentations. Responsible for providing scientific guidance and direction during interactions with clients, when necessary.
Drive efficiencies through automation/new technologies in assay development, validation, sample preparation, analysis, and reporting
Write and review reports, methods, and SOPs
Maintain laboratory and freezer inventory, manage instrumentation maintenance and troubleshooting
Mentor and guide junior scientists and technicians
May serve as the Principal Investigator or Study Director for internal and external studies. Maintains the overall responsibility for the technical conduct of the study, interpretation, and reporting of results in accordance with regulatory agencies, protocols, amendments, methods, and standard operating procedures.
All other duties as assigned
Role Requirements
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a scientific related discipline. Master's degree or Ph.D. preferred
Minimum of 6 years of related experience. A combination of education and experience may be accepted
Experience with ELISA, MSD, Luminex, GLP-compliant bioanalytical assay development, validation, and sample analysis
Familiarity with LIMS, and large molecule bioanalysis is a huge plus
Experience with regulated studies and compliance guidelines for bioanalytical assays, including but not limited to the ICH M10 guideline for bioanalytical method validation and analysis
Computer skills required: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
Behavioral Expectations
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to design, interpret, and present complex scientific data in a team environment is required
Self-starter, able to prioritize work and work efficiently with minimal supervision
Collaboration
Teamwork
Leadership
Special Requirements
Individuals will be working in both an office and laboratory setting
Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs.
Ability to don and wear personal protective gear, including respirators
The person filling this position will spend approximately 20% in an office setting and 80% in the laboratory. There will be exposure to animal pathogens and chemicals. There will be handling of, and/or exposure to animal tissue and zoonotic organisms.
Auto-ApplySenior Scientist - Color Innovation
Research scientist job in Kalamazoo, MI
Take the lead in managing and executing critical customer-focused projects related to Colors, while independently conducting applied research in Color Innovation. This work contributes to the advancement of new and improved applications knowledge, driving the development of innovative products, processes, and new business opportunities.
Essential Job Responsibilities:
Help identify and execute strategic application and customer opportunities.
Serve as an independent investigator - planning, designing and conducting experiments and associated research activities directed to the identified, strategic application and customer opportunities.
Expectations:
Works independently on assignments using knowledge and work experience. Proactively gathers input from colleagues to assist in attaining business objectives.
Recognized as a subject matter expert with broad expertise in natural color pigments knowledge, formulation and applications in savory food, along with their use and potential in replacing artificial dies.
Applies technical and functional knowledge to design experiments, and independently completes work within own project team, working on multiple sub-projects in parallel.
Best-in-class practices on documentation of experiments, and the use of Product Life Cycle Management (PLM) as well as Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).
Preparation and dissemination of reports that describe research efforts, customer visits, and when appropriate, presentation of research results to scientific conferences, customers, Kalsec staff and/or other groups.
Lead (Project Manager) product development activities through Stage-Gate and customer projects, as needed.
To serve as a mentor to Junior Kalsec
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staff, including occasional leading, guiding and training of staff, student employees, interns, and/or others performing related work. Maintain up to date working knowledge of Kalsec's policies, processes and manufacturing capabilities. May manage scientists, technicians, or interns.
Application of extensive product knowledge and experience to troubleshooting product / process problems, investigating customer concerns, developing new processes as needed to meet customer specific needs, and recommendations for correction of non-compliant materials.
Use expertise in food science to leverage the use and applications of colors in a wide range of finished products.
Education/Experience:
Required: Master in Chemistry or related scientific discipline and 2-5 years of experience in natural colors, or equivalent combination of education and industrial experience , along with outstanding communications skills, understanding of business alignment and a drive for growth and development.
Desired:
Proven track record in:
Successful development and commercialization of natural colors formulations.
Extensive natural colors applications knowledge, in at least a major savory food category such as meats, alternative protein, sauces, dressings, seasonings or snacks.
Equipment Operation:
Full lab and/or kitchen equipment including handling of hazardous materials.
Computers and general office equipment.
Operate color measurement instrumentation, rotary evaporators, lab centrifuges, motorized mortar and pestle and other grinders.
Operate pilot plant equipment as needed (extractor, large scale rotary evaporator, pilot/large scale centrifuge, pilot scale still, etc.)
Physical Requirements: Laboratory environment; lifting and carrying bulk materials.
Travel: 5-15%, domestic and occasionally international.
Animal Research Technician - 2nd Shift
Research scientist job in Mattawan, MI
For 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. Whether your background is in life sciences, finance, IT, sales or another area, your skills will play an important role in the work we perform. In return, we'll help you build a career that you can feel passionate about.
**Job Summary**
We are seeking aTechnician I at our Safety Assessment site located in Mattawan, MI. The pay for this position is $20/hour plus shift differential and benefits.
A Technician I - Technical Operations is in training to perform and become proficient in on-boarding skills, procedures, and cooperating in a team environment. The technician is learning basic skills required to conduct a study, which may include animal handling/restraint, housing maintenance, and feeding procedures; collecting data, observing the animals for health status, and body weight measurements; administering doses by various methods, conducting euthanasia, and/or biological specimen collections for analysis. The technician is working under close supervision to gain proficiency.
Successful Candidates will possess the 6 Cs of Success:
Character - Unquestionable integrity. Respect for all.
Coachable -Eager to receive feedback. Open to making improvements.
Commitment- Dedicated to our animals, our clients/studies, our team.
Collaborative - Team player. Eager to help.
Communicative - Proactively asks questions. Provide complete answers.
Competent - Continuously and proactively hones and expands skill sets.
**Job Qualifications**
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
+ Ensure good welfare and humane care for all animals worked with through gentle, positive human animal interactions.
+ Train in on-boarding skills which may include animal handling, husbandry, observations, basic physiological indices, and data collection/recording to support each skill. Specific tasks will be based on each area's training plan and business needs.
+ Collect, document, review, and verify data on forms, or in electronic data capture systems.
+ Maintain appropriate communication with other personnel.
+ Use and maintain instrumentation and equipment according to SOPs.
+ Capable of repetitive gripping, pinching, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling. Job requires ability to independently routinely lift or carry up to 50lbs, or team lift weights exceeding 50lbs.
+ Ability to perform repeated twisting, bending, and reaching; exposure to hot and/or humid environments.
QUALIFICATIONS:
+ Education: High school diploma or General Education Degree (G.E.D.), required. Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) or equivalent in a biological science, preferred.
+ Experience: No previous experience required.
+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
+ Computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite), commensurate with essential functions, including the ability to learn a validated system.
+ Ability to work extended hours beyond normal work schedule includes evenings, weekends, extended shifts, and/or extra shifts, sometimes on short notice.
+ Ability to ensure that a safe working environment is maintained observing all safety procedures and working methods by making proper use of protective clothing and equipment, and by reading, understanding, and following all safety documents issued or notified of.
**Competencies**
Lead - We lead when we advocate our purpose and model our values, when we deliver innovation, when we embrace change, and when we appreciate and celebrate the great work of others.Care - We show we care when we respect each other, our animals and the communities where we work and live, when we create a positive healthy workplace, when we are mindful of our compliance standards, and when we choose to do the right thing.Collaborate -We collaborate when we partner with each other and promote teamwork, when we communicate clearly and effectively across the hall or around the globe, and when we welcome all forms of diversity and encourage inclusiveness.Own - We act like owners when we hold ourselves accountable for our actions, when we respond to internal and external client needs with speed and accuracy, when we set and achieve meaningful goals, and when we strive towards continuous improvement.
**About Safety Assessment**
Charles River is committed to helping our partners expedite their preclinical drug development with exceptional safety assessment services, state-of-the-art facilities and expert regulatory guidance. From individual specialty toxicology and IND enabling studies to tailored packages and total laboratory support, our deeply experienced team can design and execute programs that anticipate challenges and avoid roadblocks for a smooth, efficient journey to market. Each year approximately 300 investigational new drug (IND) programs are conducted in our Safety Assessment facilities.
**About Charles River**
Charles River is an early-stage contract research organization (CRO). We have built upon our foundation of laboratory animal medicine and science to develop a diverse portfolio of discovery and safety assessment services, both Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and non-GLP, to support clients from target identification through preclinical development. Charles River also provides a suite of products and services to support our clients' clinical laboratory testing needs and manufacturing activities. Utilizing this broad portfolio of products and services enables our clients to create a more flexible drug development model, which reduces their costs, enhances their productivity and effectiveness to increase speed to market.
With over 20,000 employees within 110 facilities in over 20 countries around the globe, we are strategically positioned to coordinate worldwide resources and apply multidisciplinary perspectives in resolving our client's unique challenges. Our client base includes global pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology companies, government agencies and hospitals and academic institutions around the world.
At Charles River, we are passionate about our role in improving the quality of people's lives. Our mission, our excellent science and our strong sense of purpose guide us in all that we do, and we approach each day with the knowledge that our work helps to improve the health and well-being of many across the globe. We have proudly worked on 80% of the drugs approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the past five years.
We're committed to providing benefits that elevate your quality of life. Based on your position these may include: bonus/incentives based on performance, 401K, paid time off, stock purchase program, Health and wellness coverage, employee and family wellbeing support programs, and work life balance flexibility.
**Equal Employment Opportunity**
Charles River is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, family status, pregnancy, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
It is unlawful in some states (including Massachusetts) to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
If you are interested in applying to Charles River Laboratories and need special assistance or an accommodation due to a disability to complete any forms or to otherwise participate in the resume submission process, please contact a member of our Human Resources team by sending an e-mail message to crrecruitment_**********. This contact is for accommodation requests for individuals with disabilities only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
For more information, please visit ***************
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Easy ApplyPost-Doctoral Fellow
Research scientist job in Kalamazoo, MI
The Department of Investigative Medicine at Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine invites applications for a Post-Doctoral Fellow research position in the laboratory of Thomas L. Rothstein MD, PhD, Chair of the Department of Investigative Medicine and Director of the Center for Immunobiology. Two kinds of projects are available. 1) Molecular Immunology-encompasses study of B1 cell development and function, including the role of human B1 cells and natural antibody in health and disease; BCR signaling pathways including receptor crosstalk and the IL-4-induced alternate pathway; B cell pathogenesis in lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, and other autoimmune dyscrasias; B cells and aging, including atherosclerosis and infectious diseases. 2) Cellular Proteostasis-encompasses study of stress- and mutation-related protein aggregation including novel assays for protein oligomers; mouse models of neurodegenerative diseases associated with dysfunctional protein aggregation; mechanism of aggregation prevention and aggregation resolution by the unique protein, FAIM.
Postdoctoral fellows will lead research projects and have the opportunity to closely collaborate with experts in molecular biology, bioinformatics, genetics and biochemistry.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate is expected to carry out and publish cutting edge original research based on themes current in the Rothstein Lab, and to contribute to establishing and promoting a successful research environment.
Direct involvement and participation in discovery-based research.
Conduct independent research and assist in the conduct of research.
Analyze data and interpret results to write reports and summaries of findings.
Maintain accurate records of tests conducted, results, data and patients tested.
Provides instruction in laboratory technique, instrumentation, and application of laboratory test procedures to new technologists or technicians and students.
Assists supervisor and lab members in the development of technical procedures and protocols.
Organizes and prioritizes work to meet specific goals and accomplishments.
Availability to work occasional overtime on weekends or evenings to complete time sensitive projects.
Acquires knowledge for new technology and policy/procedure revisions.
All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Preference will be given to applicants with a recognized record of accomplishment, as evidenced by scholarly publications in the fields noted above.
PhD in biochemistry, molecular biology, immunology, developmental biology, neuroscience, or a related field is required.
Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and accomplishments. A starting bonus may be provided and ability for one house hunting trip. About the Center for Immunobiology
The Rothstein Lab is located within the Center for Investigative Medicine, a new division within the Department of Investigative Medicine. The Center is endowed with the very latest instrumentation to speed research discovery. Common equipment includes 2 BD Influx and 1 Melody cell sorters, BD Fortessa and Thermo Fisher Attune flow cytometers, a Nikon confocal microscope, Illumina MySeq and Applied Biosystems SeqStudio (Sanger) sequencers a QuantStudio 3D digital PCR cycler, a QuantStudio 3 RealTime PCR cycler, a Bio-Rad FPLC system, a Bio-Rad gel doc system, a CTL multi-spectral ELISPOT reader, a BioTek visible/fluorescence/bioluminescence microplate reader, a BioTek microplate washer, 2 speedvacs, several bacterial incubator shakers, and ultra-, superspeed, and cytospin centrifuges, among other items. In addition to the Flow Cytometry and Imaging Core, the Equipment Core, and the Sequencing Core, three separate, fully equipped common rooms are outfitted for BL2, radioisotope, and tissue culture work. Additional separate rooms house core equipment, freezers, and an X-ray developer. The Center floor includes a cold room, a conference room, and a break room. The animal facility is located on the same floor and contains a PXi X-RAD 320 irradiator and a BL2 room for in vivo work with infectious agents. Support for the Center includes a flow cytometer/cell sorter/imaging core manager, an equipment specialist, and a business and operations manager.
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About Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine (WMed)
We are committed to excellence and health equity through transformative medical education, high-quality, patient- and family-centered care, innovative research, and community partnerships within a welcoming, supportive, and engaging culture. Our vision is health equity for all in Southwest Michigan through innovation in the practice and study of medicine.
The medical school is a collaboration of Western Michigan University and Kalamazoo's two teaching health systems, Ascension Borgess and Bronson Healthcare. The medical school is a private nonprofit corporation supported by private gifts, clinical revenues, research activities, tuition, and endowment income. WMed is the recipient of a $100 million foundational gift and the Empowering Futures Gift, a philanthropic commitment of $300 million to support the mission of the medical school. WMed contributes to the economic vitality of Southwest Michigan through the services we provide, as well as the creation of 1,600 new jobs, with an estimated annual economic impact of $353 million in Kalamazoo and Calhoun counties.
WMed is fully accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education and the Higher Learning Commission. The medical school offers a comprehensive, innovative four-year Doctor of Medicine degree program as well as a Master of Science degree program in Biomedical Sciences. We train physicians in 10 residencies and four fellowships accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education. To support our educational mission, we have Joint Accreditation for interprofessional continuing education, which incorporates accreditation by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education.
WMed Health is the clinical practice of the medical school with more than 300 providers offering comprehensive primary care and specialty services in several locations throughout the Kalamazoo and Battle Creek areas. Faculty in the Department of Pathology serve as the Office of the Medical Examiner for counties throughout Michigan and northern Indiana.
The W.E. Upjohn M.D. Campus located in downtown Kalamazoo serves as the primary educational facility with student study and social spaces, team-based learning halls, faculty and administrative offices, a state-of-the-art Simulation Center accredited by the Society for Simulation in Healthcare, basic science research labs, as well as toxicology and forensic pathology labs.
WMed builds upon Kalamazoo's century-long foundation of drug discovery and medical device development with a strategic investment in clinical, laboratory, community, and educational research. The Center for Immunobiology, Center for Clinical Research, Research Histology Lab, Innovation Center, and Human Research Protection Program contribute to the medical school's advancement of knowledge through innovation and discovery.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer in compliance with applicable State and Federal law.
Auto-ApplyPostdoctoral Research Fellow in Sustainability and Data Science
Research scientist job in Notre Dame, IN
Sustainability Strategic Initiative, Provost * Notre Dame, IN, United States * Full-time Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Sustainability and Data Science Sustainability Strategic Initiative, Provost Apply Now The University of Notre Dame invites applications for a cohort of outstanding Postdoctoral Research Fellows with deep expertise in quantitative data analysis, data science, and artificial intelligence (AI). These fellows will join a dynamic, interdisciplinary team working at the intersection of data innovation and sustainability science, aligned with the values and principles of integral ecology.
Job Description
IMPORTANT INFORMATION - PLEASE READ:
For consideration, please apply ONLY directly at this link.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis starting on November 1, 2025 and will continue until the positions are filled.
Interested applicants should submit the following materials at their earliest convenience:
* A cover letter that describes in detail how their research background and qualifications correspond to the position description outlined below.
* A detailed CV, including a list of conference presentations, publications, and research collaborations
* A recent publication or dissertation chapter
* Contact information for at least three references.
The research fellows will contribute to a new research project that is creating a Pan-Amazon Evidence and Action Hub for socio-economic and ecological flourishing in Amazonia. The hub will systematically synthesize and harmonize remote sensing, survey, census, and citizen science data to support analyses of issues for action in partnership with local communities and Indigenous Peoples in the Amazon region. Fellows will integrate and harmonize fragmented data from diverse sources into a coherent, usable form to support novel analyses that advance key sustainability goals. The work of the Hub will generate findings to support the design and adoption of interventions that respond to changing needs of the region and its people around climate change, energy, mining, soil and water contamination, food production and livelihoods.
The postdoctoral cohort will function as a central research skills hub, supporting and elevating the sustainability-related research efforts of faculty and students across Notre Dame. The fellows will help advance impactful, solution-oriented sustainability research that engages ecological, social, economic, and ethical dimensions in an integrated manner.
The postdoctoral fellows will assume the following key responsibilities:
* Collaborate with faculty to design, implement, and support sustainability-related research projects requiring advanced data analytics.
* Develop and maintain a centralized platform for the Pan-Amazon Evidence and Action Hub that hosts diverse and harmonized sustainability-related datasets, including environmental, socioeconomic, cultural, and geospatial data.
* Harmonize, curate, and provide customized datasets across multiple spatial and temporal resolutions tailored to specific research questions and stakeholder needs.
* Apply advanced statistical, machine learning, and AI techniques to analyze complex datasets and uncover actionable insights.
* Co-author and support high-impact, interdisciplinary research publications in leading sustainability and environmental science journals.
* Engage in collaborative grant writing and proposal development to sustain and expand the cohort's research initiatives.
This search is conducted with leadership from Notre Dame's Just Transformations to Sustainability Initiative and Data, AI, and Computing Initiative, both significant investments from the Provost's Office. The Just Transformations to Sustainability Initiative is Notre Dame's University-wide effort to build a sustainable future where people and nature flourish together. The Data, AI, and Computing Initiative's core aim is to advance purposeful data, AI, and computing - excelling in foundational research while catalyzing interdisciplinary collaboration and real-world translation to address pressing societal challenges.
This is a full-time position available with an initial appointment of one-year, renewable for an additional year on the basis of satisfactory performance and availability of funding.
Qualifications
Required Qualifcations:
* Ph.D. (in hand by the starting date) in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Environmental Science, Sustainability Studies, or a related field with a strong quantitative focus. Applicants with an interdisciplinary degree are welcome.
* Demonstrated proficiency in data management, data harmonization, and advanced data analysis techniques.
* Strong programming skills in Python, R, and/or similar software.
* Experience working with large and complex datasets, including geospatial and temporal data.
* A strong publication record in data-driven sustainability research or closely related fields.
* Excellent communication skills and an ability to work collaboratively with researchers from a wide range of disciplines.
* Spanish language fluency or professional proficiency
Preferred Qualifications:
* Experience working with socioeconomic data or other indicators of human wellbeing.
* Experience working in multidisciplinary teams with researchers from diverse backgrounds.
Additional Information
Please only apply directly through this link.
At Notre Dame, we know our impact depends on exceptional people, people like you. We are committed to fostering a vibrant, welcoming community. In keeping with our mission, we encourage applications from all who will help build and strengthen our beloved community. We strive to empower every employee to flourish, knowing your success propels Notre Dame to new heights of impact.
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Grants and Research Specialist
Research scientist job in Elkhart, IN
Reports to the Manager of Grants and Partnerships and provides strategic support to the Director of Community Impact. This role assists with the coordination of grant-funded projects, research initiatives, and data-driven strategies that align with Beacon Health System priorities. The Grants and Research Specialist supports both pre-award and post-award phases of grants, including proposal development, stakeholder engagement, compliance, and reporting. They contribute to research activities such as literature reviews, data synthesis, and the integration of evidence-informed practices into program design and evaluation. The role also includes analyzing qualitative and quantitative clinical, financial, operational, and administrative data to support performance measures, strategic planning, and continuous improvement as needed. This position is essential in ensuring that grant and research projects are not only well-managed but also grounded in research and informed by data, supporting Beacon's commitment to measurable outcomes and community impact.
MISSION, VALUES and SERVICE GOALS
* MISSION: We deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart.
* VALUES: Trust. Respect. Integrity. Compassion.
* SERVICE GOALS: Personally connect. Keep everyone informed. Be on their team.
Leads and coordinates assigned and/or identified projects and programs to achieve strategic alignment with divisional and overall, Beacon goals to grow volume, value and revenue through development of business plans and opportunities by:
* Identifying, conceiving and driving project and resource priorities that align with corporate goals and strategies and grant opportunities. Developing and executing plans to improve existing performance and meet funder expectations.
* Executing project scope, goals and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with executive leadership and stakeholders.
* Reviewing projects and grant opportunities to ensure compliance with federal regulations, departmental guidelines, or funding requirements.
* Performing research to collect, analyze and present substantive information for departmental projects, grant proposals, and program evaluation and outcomes.
* Developing, evaluating and implementing policies or procedures to ensure implementation and completion of projects.
* Acting as a liaison between departments, sites and/or agencies to facilitate workflow.
* Leading and executing multiple projects simultaneously.
* Prospectively identify and escalate potential issues, barriers/risks or obstacles and either achieve resolution or plans of contingencies.
* Promoting leadership through collaboration, cooperation and communication across functions and partners. Resolving conflicts by demonstrating leadership and appropriate decision-making competencies.
* Demonstrating project control internally through measurement, assessment, planning and reporting of key outcome measures (metrics).
* Forecasting project and grant activity and tracking finances with regards to the annual budget.
* Plans, manages, and administers grant-funded and strategic initiatives, data analysis, and operational activities in alignment with organizational goals and objectives by: Supporting data strategy and analysis for grant-funded projects, analyzing data from Beacon's electronic health record for health equity, providing health-related data as appropriately requested to external organizations, provide data for grant applications, and Consolidating data from public and private data sources to inform needs of the department.
* Collaborating with the Grant Manager and Director of Community Impact to ensure timely, accurate, and strategic data support for grant applications, reporting, and evaluation.
* Consolidating and interpreting data from public and private sources to inform grant priorities, program design, and departmental decision-making.
* Support and optimize grant management processes across the full lifecycle, including pre-award activities (research, funding identification, proposal development, stakeholder coordination, and data strategy) and post-award activities (award setup, compliance, reporting, and closeout). Utilize platforms such as Smartsheet to standardize workflows, monitor deliverables, and ensure transparency across internal and external teams.
* Facilitate continuous process improvement for grant-funded initiatives, applying strategic planning tools to enhance efficiency, collaboration, and sustainability.
Providing appropriate systemic controls for assuring cost effective, quality outcomes/results with the BCI division by:
* Supervising university students and interns as part of community-based learning projects.
* Compiling, analyzing and interpreting quantitative and qualitative information to evaluate program goals and grant-funded projects.
* Contributing to the development and implementation of administrative policies, procedures, and quality plans that support the full grant lifecycle.
* Supporting strategic planning for grant-funded initiatives by helping teams align program goals, timelines, and evaluation metrics with funding expectations, sustainability strategies, and organizational impact. This includes assisting with logic models, work plans, and performance frameworks that guide implementation and long-term success.
* Supporting clinical research processes that align with Beacon Health System's strategies, ensuring integration with grant-funded initiatives where applicable.
* Utilizing REDCap and other data platforms to support accurate data collection, tracking, and reporting for grants and research.
* Reviewing issues and facilitating activities that may span organizational and departmental boundaries.
* Maintaining Beacon Health System standards for quality production.
Performs other functions to maintain personal competence and contribute to the overall effectiveness of the department by:
* Maintaining current knowledge of processes, procedures, current developments in clinical and patient care areas and an awareness of governmental, economic, and legal factors.
* Visiting community sites to gain an understanding of various processes and projects related to specific assignments.
* Ensuring that all projects are effective in promoting Beacon's mission, vision, and values.
* Completing other job-related assignments and special projects as directed.
* Maintaining records, reports and files as required by policy, procedures and governments regulations.
* Monitoring new trends and development within the industry.
* Completing other job-related assignments and special projects as directed.
ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Associate complies with the following organizational requirements:
* Attends and participates in department meetings and is accountable for all information shared.
* Completes mandatory education, annual competencies and department specific education within established timeframes.
* Completes annual employee health requirements within established timeframes.
* Maintains license/certification, registration in good standing throughout the fiscal year.
* Direct patient care providers are required to maintain current BCLS (CPR), and other certifications as required by position/department.
* Consistently utilizes appropriate universal precautions, protective equipment, and ergonomic techniques to protect patients and self.
* Adheres to regulatory agency requirements, survey process and compliance.
* Complies with established organization and department policies.
* Available to work overtime in addition to working additional or other shifts and schedules when required.
Commitment to Beacon's six-point Operating System, referred to as The Beacon Way:
* Leverage innovation everywhere.
* Cultivate human talent.
* Embrace performance improvement.
* Build greatness through accountability.
* Use information to improve and advance.
* Communicate clearly and continuously.
Education/Qualifications:
* The knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated below are normally acquired through the successful completion of a bachelor's or master's Degree in a related field from an accredited college or university, or education and experience appropriate to project design. Requires 3 to 5 years of experience in grant management, program coordination, or public health administration, with demonstrated ability to support the grant lifecycle. Experience in strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and data-informed decision-making is preferred.
* Preferred candidates will have proficiency in Smartsheet, REDCap, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Knowledge & Skills:
* Presents a professional image and demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external contacts.
* Demonstrates strong communication skills, both verbal and written, to articulate ideas clearly and concisely, as well as make effective recommendations and presentations.
* Demonstrates creative ability and imagination to conceptualize, plan, develop, and design project materials and communications.
* Requires ability to work independently on multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Working Conditions:
* Works in a hybrid environment, with responsibilities carried out both remotely and in an office setting.
Physical Demands:
* Requires the physical ability and stamina to perform the essential functions of the position.
Toxicologist
Research scientist job in Kalamazoo, MI
Zoetis Veterinary Medicine Research and Development (VMRD) seeks a skilled Toxicologist to join the Toxicology Group within Clinical Pharmacology and Safety Sciences based in Kalamazoo, MI. This challenging and dynamic role provides global toxicology and safety assessment support. The successful candidate will collaborate across VMRD and Global Manufacturing and Supply (GMS) to develop scientifically rigorous safety assessments supporting product safety across therapeutic areas, veterinary species, human health, and manufacturing processes.
Responsibilities:
Toxicological Assessment for Drug Products: Conduct safety assessments for formulation excipients, degradants, raw materials, and residual solvents in active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug products
Toxicological Assessment for Manufacturing: Qualify impurities in the manufacturing process of APIs and drug products; conduct safety assessments for extractables and leachables, cross-contamination of products in shared facilities, and establish cleaning limits.
Occupational Safety: Develop Occupational Exposure Limits (OELs/ OEBs) following Zoetis processes and procedures.
User and Worker Safety: Provide product user and worker safety support for project teams, including risk assessments, exposure scenario calculations, risk mitigation proposals, packaging recommendations and label language development.
Safe Exposure Level Development: Establish Threshold of Toxicological Concern (TTC) and health-based exposure limits, including Permitted Daily Exposure (PDE), Acceptable Daily Intake (ADI), and Margin of Exposure (MoE).
Health Hazard/ Medical Assessments: Support pharmacovigilance, product quality, and qualification of out-of-specification batches.
Regulatory Support: Assist with REACH registration for API intermediates and raw materials, and address global regulatory queries related to the safety of registered products.
Toxicology Data Analysis & Literature Review: Perform rigorous toxicology gap analysis, literature data mining, and critical evaluation of toxicological information to support product development and registration.
Hazard Communication and Chemical Regulatory Compliance (Preferred): Experience in preparing Safety Data Sheets (SDS), classifying drug substances and process intermediates according to the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) and national requirements, and horizon scanning and monitoring of chemical regulations.
Cross-Collaboration and Technical Leadership: Engage in multidisciplinary collaboration within R&D, and with Manufacturing, Product Quality, and Sustainability, to develop and integrate key knowledge areas and expertise into actionable business insights.
Regulatory & Scientific Engagement: Support regulatory compliance, trade association participation, and involvement in professional organizations relevant to toxicology.
Travel Requirement: This role involves up to 10% travel for collaborations, regulatory engagements, or conferences as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Ph.D. (or equivalent) plus at least 2-3 years of experience in toxicology or closely related discipline is critical. Master's degree in toxicology or closely related discipline with 8 years of relevant experience shall be considered.
Demonstrated experience in preparing regulatory-quality technical documents or toxicology dossiers, with strong technical writing skills (e.g., protocols, reports, journal articles)
Experience in study design, implementation, and interpretation of studies evaluating in vivo and in vitro toxicity or similar experience.
Highly organized with strong problem-solving skills, capable of performing rigorous scientific assessments.
Ability to prioritize tasks, make informed decisions, and collaborate effectively in a global matrix environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
Proficiency in MS Office, and toxicology databases for literature research and data analysis
Desirable Skills, Experience, and Attributes:
Board certification in toxicology (e.g., DABT, ERT) and/or DVM.
Knowledge of global regulatory requirements for toxicology risk assessment and documentation to support product safety and chemical registrations.
Experience in preparing safety data sheets.
The following base pay range reflects the anticipated base pay for this position if a selected candidate were to be located in (Colorado). Base pay may vary based on location and other factors.
Base Pay Range: $91,000 - $131,000
The following base pay range reflects the anticipated base pay for this position if a selected candidate were to be
located in (California), (NJ Remote), (NY Remote), or (Washington). Base pay may vary based on location and other factors.
Base Pay Range: $103,000 - $148,000
[This position is eligible for short-term incentive compensation.] [The position is also eligible for long-term
incentive.]
We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, which includes healthcare, dental coverage, and retirement savings benefits along with paid holidays, vacation and disability insurance.
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Any unsolicited resumes sent to Zoetis from a third party, such as an Agency recruiter, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Zoetis mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Zoetis employees, or to Zoetis resume database will be considered Zoetis property. Zoetis will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.
Zoetis will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. This includes any Agency that is an approved/engaged vendor but does not have the appropriate approvals to be engaged on a search.
Zoetis is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status or any other protected classification. Disabled individuals are given an equal opportunity to use our online application system. We offer reasonable accommodations as an alternative if requested by an individual with a disability. Please contact Zoetis Colleague Services at ********************************** to request an accommodation. Zoetis also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act. All applicants must possess or obtain authorization to work in the US for Zoetis. Zoetis retains sole and exclusive discretion to pursue sponsorship for the acquisition or maintenance of nonimmigrant status and employment eligibility, considering factors such as availability of qualified US workers. Individuals requiring sponsorship must disclose this fact. Please note that Zoetis seeks information related to job applications from candidates for jobs in the U.S. solely via the following: (1) our company website at ********************** site, or (2) via email to/from addresses using only the Zoetis domain of “@zoetis.com”. In addition, Zoetis does not use Google Hangout for any recruitment related activities. Any solicitation or request for information related to job applications with Zoetis via any other means and/or utilizing email addresses with any other domain should be disregarded. In addition, Zoetis will never ask candidates to make any type of personal financial investment related to gaining employment with Zoetis.
Auto-ApplyScientist II
Research scientist job in Portage, MI
Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.
The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organization services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialized and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.
In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralized and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.
In 2024, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 6,515 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.
Job Description
Prepare standards and samples for analysis
Run the instrumentation independently including, but not limited to, various chromatographic systems, Karl Fischer (Coulometric and Volumetric), UV/Spec, various wet chemistry analyses, HPLC, IC, and dissolution apparatus; perform monthly maintenance of laboratory equipment
Prepare reagents, samples, and standards according to procedures
Understand and perform calculations as required by test methods
Process data, generate reports, and evaluate data
Understand and utilize computers for information access, calculations, and report preparation
Read and understand analytical procedures (compendial and client supplied) and internal SOPs
Execute validation projects and write validation reports
Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate
Qualifications
The ideal candidate would possess :
Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies
Basic Minimum Qualifications :
Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or other related degree concentration, or equivalent directly-related experience (two years of directly related industry experience is equivalent to one full-time year of college in related major)
At least three years related experience
Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
Additional Information
Position is full-time, Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Portage, MI are encouraged to apply.
Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
Life and disability insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid vacation and holidays
Eurofins USA BioPharma Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Staff Scientist
Research scientist job in Portage, MI
Stryker is hiring a **Staff Scientist** in **Portage, MI** to join our **Instruments Division** supporting Surgical Technologies! (********************************************************* As a key member of the **New Product Development (NPD)** team, you'll play an integral role in driving innovation for new product development while also supporting **sustaining activities** to ensure continued product excellence and reliability.
As a **Staff Scientist, Clinical Sciences** , you'll be at the forefront of ensuring the safety and effectiveness of medical devices that improve lives worldwide. This is an opportunity to lead technical initiatives, influence global standards, and advance innovation in sterilization, biocompatibility, and device processing-all while collaborating with passionate experts across the organization.
**What You Will Do**
+ Be responsible for providing technical support to various areas of the business including **biocompatibility, cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization of reusable and single use medical devices.**
+ Collaborate closely with R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, Regulatory, Clinical, Marketing and Project Management to ensure project success.
+ Develop and implement compliant testing protocols and guidelines to support regulatory submissions for new and existing medical devices.
+ Coordinate and deliver project milestones in partnership with cross-functional teams, ensuring timelines and quality standards are met.
+ Interpret and apply international standards for sterilization, cleaning, disinfection, and biocompatibility; mentor team members on best practices.
+ Lead investigations and resolve complex technical issues, including customer complaints, adverse events, and non-conformances.
+ Perform gap assessments on evolving standards and drive updates to quality system procedures.
+ Serve as a subject matter expert during internal and external audits and regulatory interactions.
+ Create and refine documentation for sterilization, biocompatibility, and reusable device processing evaluations in compliance with design control procedures.
+ Train and guide junior team members to build technical expertise and ensure consistent execution.
**What You Will Need**
**Required Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's degree in Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, or a related scientific degree.
+ Minimum 4 years of experience in medical device or related regulated industry.
+ Proven knowledge of FDA and GMP standards.
+ Familiarity in sterilization validation principles and biocompatibility testing within a regulated environment.
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ Master's degree in a related field.
+ Experience with multiple sterilization modalities (e.g., irradiation, ethylene oxide, vaporized hydrogen peroxide, moist heat).
+ Familiarity with ISO standards for medical devices (ISO 13485, ISO 10993, ISO 11135)
+ Familiarity with environmentally controlled area qualification principles.
+ AAMI CISS certification is desirable
Health benefits include: Medical and prescription drug insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, critical illness insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, personalized healthcare support, wellbeing program and tobacco cessation program. Financial benefits include: Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), 401(k) plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), basic life and AD&D insurance, and short-term disability insurance. Stryker offers innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 150 million patients annually. Depending on customer requirements employees and new hires in sales and field roles that require access to customer accounts as a function of the job may be required to obtain various vaccinations as an essential function of their role.
Stryker Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Stryker is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability.
Poultry Scientist
Research scientist job in Kalamazoo, MI
Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.
The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.
In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.
In 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.72 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.
Job Description
Technical support for projects
Provide routine cell culture work in support of clinical programs and vaccine construct development
Provide in vivo clinical support in the preparation and testing of biologic specimens such as serum, tissues, swabs, and fecal material
Run basic analytical instruments such as plate readers, microplate washers, automated workstations etc. Perform analytical techniques upon biological specimens such as qPCR, ELISAs, Western, virus isolation, etc
Analyze and interpret experimental data with guidance
Contribute to writing of SOPs, study reports, and protocols
Write up laboratory notebooks regularly in compliance with guidelines
Take care of general housekeeping activities such as cleaning bench spaces, processing equipment and glass
Perform process characterization studies (including Bioreactor, Metabolic profiling, and DOE approaches) to identify and define acceptable parameter ranges for egg-based, CEF and tissue culture origin viruses
Order, maintain, and stock lab supplies such as common reagents, primary packaging materials, gloves, cleaning agents, safety glasses, etc.
Hands on study support including Necropsy and other in-vivo work
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or other related degree concentration, or equivalent directly-related experience (two years of directly related industry experience is equivalent to one full-time year of college in related major)
Computer skills required: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
Minimum 1 year microbiology laboratory experience and proven skills in cell culturing techniques
Experience with livestock or lab animals strongly preferred
Bench experience in basic molecular biology, cell culture and viral propagation
Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
Additional Information
Position is full-time, first shift, Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM.
Candidates located within a commutable distance of Kalamazoo, MI are encouraged to apply.
Excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
Life and disability insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid vacation and holiday
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Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Senior Scientist
Research scientist job in Portage, MI
Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.
The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organization services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialized and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.
In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralized and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.
In 2024, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 6,515 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.
Job Description
Prepare standards and samples for analysis
Run the instrumentation independently including, but not limited to, various chromatographic systems, Karl Fischer (Coulometric and Volumetric), UV/Spec, various wet chemistry analyses, HPLC, IC, and dissolution apparatus; perform monthly maintenance of laboratory equipment
Prepare reagents, samples, and standards according to procedures
Understand and perform calculations as required by test methods
Process data, generate reports, and evaluate data
Understand and utilize computers for information access, calculations, and report preparation
Read and understand analytical procedures (compendial and client supplied) and internal SOPs
Execute validation projects and write validation reports
Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility, as appropriate
Qualifications
The ideal candidate would possess :
Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies
Basic Minimum Qualifications :
Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or other related degree concentration, or equivalent directly-related experience (two years of directly related industry experience is equivalent to one full-time year of college in related major)
At least three years related experience
Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
Additional Information
Position is full-time, Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Portage, MI are encouraged to apply.
Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
Life and disability insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid vacation and holidays
Eurofins USA BioPharma Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Lead Scientist I- Taste & Sensory Innovation (Flavors)
Research scientist job in Kalamazoo, MI
Our Taste and Sensory Innovation team is the foundation and driving force of our business through developing new food concepts and flavor formulations to gain new businesses. As a core team member, you will focus on the development and optimization of savory flavors, including reactions, topnotes and EU compliant flavors to ensure that Kalsec remains a leader in delivering high-quality and customized flavor solutions. The successful candidate supports both product innovation and customer-specific projects.
Essential Job Responsibilities:
Utilize knowledge of flavor science to create complex and authentic savory flavors to meet customer and market demands.
Conduct research to explore and understand the functionalities of raw materials and processes that allow the creation of natural flavors for the US, EU and APAC.
Stay abreast of the latest trends and innovations in the flavor world, bringing concepts from ideation to commercialization.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, customer specifications, and food safety standards during the development of flavor products.
Manage innovation projects by collaborating with cross functional teams such as Regulatory, Marketing, Sales, and the Business Unit Leadership teams, and to plan, prioritize, communicate, and execute multiple tasks efficiently.
Education/Experience:
Required:
MS in Food Science or Chemistry or related field.
7-10 years' experience in flavor development.
Experience in developing and enhancing top note profiles for savory applications.
Experience in designing and optimizing reaction flavor systems, including ingredient interactions, thermal processing, and yield efficiency improvements.
Experience in balancing top notes with reaction flavors to achieve complex, authentic flavor profiles.
Ability to analyze and interpret data, communicate, and provide recommendations for research projects.
Excellent communication skills
Excellent project management skills with strong attention to detail.
Equipment Operation:
Standard and Advanced laboratory equipment and instrumentation
Lab scale grinding and extraction equipment
Physical Requirements:
Domestic and international travel.
Lab work will involve standing and walking between lab benches and rooms between 2-8 hours / day.
Travel:
15%
This job description is not intended to cover every detail or every aspect of the job identified. Other duties may and will be assigned based upon the workload and needs of the department.
Kalsec is committed to providing safe food to its customers. This position requires completing annual food safety training. Food safety training is conducted through Kalsec electronic training program and on-the-job training in each department.
The organizational chart identifies personnel responsible for covering food safety responsibilities in the absence of this position.
Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Community Conservation Global Synthesis
Research scientist job in Notre Dame, IN
The University of Notre Dame and the University of Michigan are partnering to invite applications for an outstanding Postdoctoral Research Fellow with deep expertise in quantitative analyses of socio-ecological systems. Areas of expertise could include geospatial analysis, integration and causal analysis of environmental and social data, and/or evidence syntheses and meta-analyses.
Job Description
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
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Interested candidates must submit a CV, cover letter, and a recent publication or dissertation chapter. Candidates should be prepared to share references upon request.
The Research Fellow will lead analyses as part of a global working group synthesizing evidence on the biodiversity, climate, and social outcomes of community-based conservation (CBC) in land and coastal systems. The evidence synthesis will advance understanding of the status, impacts and drivers, and prospects of CBC in a changing world. The working group is composed leading interdisciplinary scholars and practitioners based in the US (Universities of Notre Dame, Michigan, Miami, Cornell, and Stanford, Rights and Resources Initiative, and WWF), Brazil (Federal University of Pará); the UK (University of Manchester); Madagascar (University of Antananarivo); India (Indian School of Business); and Indonesia (AMAN - Indigenous Peoples Alliance of the Archipelago).
The postdoctoral fellow will assume the following key responsibilities:
Lead a systematic review of relevant peer-reviewed and grey literature, including a conceptual synthesis of the term “community-based conservation” and its variants used in marine and terrestrial ecosystems to develop a typology and conceptual framework.
Compile, harmonize, and analyze diverse social, environmental and climate change mitigation datasets linked to CBC across multiple spatial and temporal resolutions.
Support horizon scanning or similar Delphi-style efforts to collect data on practitioner, policymaker, and researcher views on the future prospects for CBC.
Co-author and support high-impact, interdisciplinary research publications in leading sustainability and environmental science journals.
Contribute to collaborative grant writing, proposal development, and data-sharing infrastructure to sustain and expand the project's activities.
Engage with global partners and practitioners to ensure findings are accessible and actionable for both research and policy audiences.
The research fellow will join a cohort of postdoctoral fellows supporting and elevating the sustainability-related research efforts of faculty and students at Notre Dame and Michigan. Together, this cohort will help advance impactful, solution-oriented sustainability research that engages ecological, social, economic, and ethical dimensions in an integrated manner.
This search is conducted with leadership from Notre Dame's Just Transformations to Sustainability Initiative and University of Michigan's Institute of Global Change Biology, which are partnering on an international synthesis effort focused on interactions between biodiversity and climate change.
This is a full-time position available with an initial appointment of one-year, renewable for an additional year on the basis of satisfactory performance and availability of funding. The Fellow will be based at the University of Notre Dame, with opportunities for collaborative meetings and research stays at the Universities of Michigan and Manchester in the UK.
Qualifications
Ph.D. (in hand by the starting date) in Data Science, Statistics, Environmental Science, Economics, Sustainability Studies, Conservation Biology or a related field with a strong quantitative focus. Applicants with an interdisciplinary degree are welcome.
Demonstrated proficiency in geospatial analysis, data management, data harmonization for data analysis and/or evidence synthesis and meta-analysis, ideally with experience related to ML/NLP/AI tools.
Strong programming skills in ArcGIS, QGIS, Google Earth Engine, R, Python, or similar software.
Experience working with large and complex datasets, such as those relating to geospatial and temporal data.
A strong publication record in data-driven sustainability research or closely related fields.
Excellent communication skills and an ability to work collaboratively with researchers and practitioners from a range of disciplines and backgrounds.
Expertise related to community-based conservation in terrestrial and/or marine realms preferred.
Additional Information
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Do not submit an application through this platform, to apply - please visit this link:
Interested candidates must submit a CV, cover letter, and a recent publication or dissertation chapter. Candidates should be prepared to share references upon request.
This position will be accepting applications until January 12, 2026.
At Notre Dame, we know our impact depends on exceptional people, people like you. We are committed to fostering a vibrant, welcoming community. In keeping with our mission, we encourage applications from all who will help build and strengthen our beloved community. We strive to empower every employee to flourish, knowing your success propels Notre Dame to new heights of impact.
Upstream Process Development, Scientist / Senior Scientist
Research scientist job in Kalamazoo, MI
Some roles ask you to follow a process. This one asks you to shape it. At Zoetis, we're advancing the science of animal health-and we're looking for a scientist or engineer who can run bioreactors, think in models, and turn data into decisions. At the junction of upstream bioprocess development and modern analytics, you'll own study design with DoE, translate CFD into practical scaling and control, and explore multivariate analytics and pragmatic models to drive gravity‑defying yields and process improvements.
You'll partner across functions by listening well, learning quickly, and communicating clearly to deliver decisions and solutions. If you're ready to take ownership, share success with teams that value clear thinking, and accelerate your career in a space where science meets purpose, we'd love to meet you.
Responsibilities:
Design, run, and interpret mammalian cell culture experiments in shake flasks and bioreactors for monoclonal antibodies and proteins
Apply DoE, statistical models, and scale‑up principles to optimize processes
Design, execute, and translate CFD modeling into actionable scaling and control strategies
Champion multivariate analyses and modeling (e.g., PCA, time‑series analytics), and explore mechanistic models and hybrid/ML approaches where they add value
Leverage digital tools and data systems to improve process understanding and decision‑making
Collaborate across upstream, downstream, formulation, and analytical teams
Document work in electronic lab notebooks and author high‑quality technical reports
Support tech transfers and regulatory filings with clear, traceable documentation
Drive innovation by evaluating new bioprocess technologies and modeling approaches to improve workflows
Basic Qualifications:
Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Chemical/Biological/Biomedical Engineering, or related field.
BS and 4-7+ years industry experience, or
MS and 1-3+ years industry experience, or
PhD with relevant research and/or 0-3+ years industry experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Strong upstream bioprocess foundation: cell culture and bioreactor operation (fed‑batch, perfusion)
Scale-up/scale-down fluency and mass transfer fundamentals
DoE and MVDA literacy; experience with statistical tools a plus
CFD literacy with applied impact; hands‑on experience a plus
Familiarity with scientific computing and data analysis tools and languages; capacity to interpret and adopt quickly
Exposure to mechanistic/kinetic modeling (e.g. Monod growth kinetics) and practical ML
Clear, first‑principles reasoning; can explain assumptions and design validation experiments
Success bridging bench science, process engineering, and data science; strong communication and organization
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