*This will be a 12-month contract with potential extensions
*5 days on site in Raritan
Required Skills & Experience
•BS degree in polymer science, chemistry, material science, or related science is required
•A minimum one (1) year related working experience is required if BS or MS degree
•Previous experience in polymer characterization including thermal analysis (DSC, DMA, TGA), rheology, and x-ray diffraction testing (XRD) is required (at least 2/3 skills)
•Must be able to work independently and effectively collaborate and communicate with other team members
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
-Experience in a GLP/GMP environment
-Experience with medical devices
-Experience with test method development
Job Description
A large life sciences/medical device client of ours is looking for a Polymer Science to join their team for a 12+ month contract. They will focus on polymer characterization, including rheology, thermal analysis (DSC, DMA, TGA), and x-ray diffraction (XRD), in support of new product development and life-cycle management. The associate will work closely with an appointed scientist to execute test methods, analyze and report results, and develop new procedures as needed. Key responsibilities include and maintaining instruments, preparing samples, ensuring timely testing and data reporting, maintaining accurate documentation and calibration records, and adhering to GMP/GLP practices. Additional tasks may involve microscopy, wet chemistry, and training other personnel.
$77k-112k yearly est. 5d ago
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Product Development Scientist
Us Tech Solutions 4.4
Scientist job in Summit, NJ
A Product Development Scientist role involves a wide range of activities, including developing and optimizing new product formulations and processes, conducting laboratory testing and evaluations. Key responsibilities include batching several iterations, ensuring technical accuracy in product development through stability studies, and documentation. Working with the team, time management, attention to detail, strong analytical skills, strong communication, following the timeline.
Required Skills
FORMULATION Experience is required
Consumer Products - Skin Health
BA Degree 2 to 4 years' experience
About US Tech Solutions:
US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit ************************
US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Recruiter Details:
Name: I.Prudvi kumar
Email: *******************************
Internal Id: 26-00383
$72k-97k yearly est. 3d ago
Scientist 2, Research & Development
Pyramid Consulting, Inc. 4.1
Scientist job in Skillman, NJ
Immediate need for a talented Scientist 2, Research & Development. This is a 10 months contract opportunity with long-term potential and is located in Skillman, NJ (Hybrid). Please review the job description below and contact me ASAP if you are interested.
Job ID: 26-00524
Pay Range: $35 - $43/hour. Employee benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) plan, and paid sick leave (depending on work location).
Key Responsibilities:
Hours: 8:30am to 5:00pm (Monday through Friday).
86 Morris Avenue Summit, NJ 1 day per week.
May fluctuate based on needs.
A Product Development Scientist role involves a wide range of activities, including developing and optimizing new product formulations and processes, conducting laboratory testing and evaluations.
Key responsibilities include batching several iterations, ensuring technical accuracy in product development through stability studies, and documentation.
Working with the team, time management, attention to detail, strong analytical skills, strong communication, following the timeline.
Key Requirements and Technology Experience:
Key skills; Consumer Products - Skin Health
BA Degree 2 to 4 years' experience
Our client is a leading Pharmaceutical Industry, and we are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar contract positions. If you are interested in this position, please apply online for immediate consideration.
Pyramid Consulting, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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$35-43 hourly 3d ago
Senior Scientist - Health Economic Resources
Tandym Group
Scientist job in Plainsboro, NJ
A recognized company in New Jersey is actively seeking a new Senior Scientist to join their growing Health Economics Resources initiatives. In this role, the Senior Scientist will be responsible for supporting the design, execution, and communication of observational studies using diverse RWD sources.
Responsibilities:
Support implementation of strategies to demonstrate the unmet need in disease with focus on outcomes meaningful to payers, clinical decision-makers, and regulators
Assist with research to generate evidence necessary to demonstrate product differentiation and value for commercial/market access needs support clinical development, regulatory and safety needs (real-world evidence and epidemiology studies)
Partner with CORE asset leads in development and execution of RWE studies delivered through hands-on analytics execution
Evaluate new and emerging data modalities (e.g., claims, EHR, social determinants of health, genomics, biomarkers, clinical notes) and conduct feasibility assessments to match study objectives with optimal RWD sources (claims, EHR, registries, patient-generated data)
Execute studies by managing table shells, analytic data file, analysis plan, programming, statistical methods, and quality control per regulatory and scientific standards
Conduct quality assurance and code validation, review programming code and data
Draft analysis reports and support the final publication/presentation of results
Perform other duties, as needed
Qualifications:
3+ years of experience in Real-World Evidence Generation and Epidemiology Analytics
Graduate (PhD or Masters) degree in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Public Health, or related field
Working knowledge of the structure and caveats of Healthcare Claims Databases, Electronic Medical Records and/or Hospital Billing Data, Cancer Registry Data (SEER), Linked Dataset, etc.
Knowledge in Epidemiologic and Statistical concepts, such as confounding, bias, cumulative incidence, incidence rate, regression models, survival analyses.
Knowledge of Research Design and an ability to apply appropriate Statistical Methods common in outcomes research & epidemiology (survival analysis/modeling, regression analysis, IPTW, MAIC, causal inference, etc)
Hands-on proficiency in Statistical Programming (SAS, R, Python) on Real-World Oncology Claims / EHR Data & AI/ML frameworks
Solid problem solving and time management skills
Great interpersonal skills
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
Strong attention to detail
Highly organized
Able to multitask efficiently and effectively
Desired Skills:
Oncology experience
$94k-133k yearly est. 1d ago
Product Development Scientist Formulation
Source One Technical Solutions 4.3
Scientist job in Skillman, NJ
Source One is a consulting services company and we're currently looking for the following individual to work as a consultant with our direct client, a global pharmaceutical manufacturing client in Summit, NJ .
No Third-Party, No Corp to Corp, No Sponsorship Now or Future
Title: Product Development Scientist - Formulation
Location: Skillman NJ
Hybrid Work Locations; Skillman, NJ 4 days/week then in Summit, NJ 1 day per week. Hours: 8:30am to 5:00pm (Monday through Friday). May fluctuate based on needs.
Contract Duration: 10 months, with likely extension
Pay Rate: $43.28 per hour (w2)
*PLEASE NOTE: Apply only if you have FORMULATION Experience this is required
Job Description:
Consumer Products - Skin Health
A Product Development Scientist role involves a wide range of activities, including developing and optimizing new product formulations and processes, conducting laboratory testing and evaluations.
Key responsibilities include batching several iterations, ensuring technical accuracy in product development through stability studies, and documentation. Working with the team, time management, attention to detail, strong analytical skills, strong communication, following the timeline.
FORMULATION Experience is required
BA Degree 2 to 4 years' experience
$43.3 hourly 3d ago
Sr. Scientist - Beverages
Kerry 4.7
Scientist job in Clark, NJ
Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.
About the role
We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative RD&A Scientist to join our Beverage team. This role is responsible for developing and optimizing beverage formulations across various formats including sparkling, still, juice, and functional beverages. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise, strong sensory capabilities, and a collaborative mindset to drive product innovation and meet customer expectations.
Key responsibilities
Develop and prepare beverage formulations, syrups, and concentrates at lab and pilot plant scale.
Test and refine formulations to meet specific taste profiles and regulatory standards.
Customize beverage ingredients independently or within cross-functional teams.
Calculate calories and understand the role of sweeteners and nutrients in formulations.
Facilitate sample shipments for internal and external stakeholders.
Support beverage and taste development under GMP and safety standards.
Manage multiple tasks and deadlines with speed and accuracy.
Master formulation techniques for RTD (Ready-to-Drink) and RTM (Ready-to-Make) formats.
Apply exceptional sensory skills to define and discriminate flavor profiles under tight timelines.
Demonstrate a deep understanding of beverage processing techniques and nutritional value calculations.
Communicate formulation concepts effectively in commercial settings with customers.
Apply mathematical skills to work with dilutions, percentages, and ppm calculations.
Exhibit self-motivation and resourcefulness in solving complex formulation challenges.
Qualifications and skills
Bachelor's Degree in Food Science, Biology, Chemistry, or a related Applied Science.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in beverage development and formulation.
Strong scientific and analytical aptitude.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with SAP is a plus.
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
The typical hiring range for this role is $75,602 to $123,432 annually and is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, location, etc. In addition to your pay, Kerry offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and retirement contribution (all benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements).
Kerry is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Kerry will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. Additional information can be found at: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (dol.gov).
Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a “starter kit,” investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.
$75.6k-123.4k yearly 3d ago
Scientist - Cell-Based Assays
Talent Software Services 3.6
Scientist job in Rahway, NJ
Are you an experienced Scientist - Cell-Based Assays with a desire to excel? If so, then Talent Software Services may have the job for you! Our client is seeking an experienced Scientist - Cell-Based Assays to work at their company in Rahway, NJ.
Position Summary: We're seeking a hands-on scientist to execute high-throughput cell-based assays in 384-well format. You will culture and plate cells, dispense compounds using the Echo, run diverse detection readouts, and analyze dose-response data to deliver high-quality EC50 results for discovery programs.
Primary Responsibilities/Accountabilities:
Maintain, expand, and plate mammalian cell lines for 384-well assays
Set up and execute assays with compound dispensing via Labcyte/Beckman Echo
Run and optimize detection formats (e.g., luminescence, cAMP, HTRF/TR-FRET, fluorescence)
Generate dose-response curves (4-parameter logistic fits) and report EC50/IC50 with QC
Troubleshoot assay performance, optimize Z' factors, and document SOPs/results
Collaborate with discovery teams to prioritize studies and timelines
Additional responsibilities may include setting up Western blot assays and learning how to run in-cell westerns
Qualifications:
BS/MS/PHD in Biology, Pharmacology, Biochemistry, or related field; BS with 5+ years, Masters with 3+ years and PHD with 1+ year of industry or equivalent lab experience.
Proficiency in mammalian cell culture and 384-well assay workflows
Experience with plate readers and assay platforms (e.g., cAMP, HTRF, luminescent assays)
Strong data analysis skills: 4PL curve fitting, EC50/IC50 determination, and curve QC (e.g., R^2, top/bottom constraints)
Detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable in a fast-paced, high-throughput environment
Preferred:
Experience with automation/LIQ handlers, LIMS/ELN, and statistical QC (Z', CV, S/B)
Familiarity with GraphPad Prism, ActivityBase, or equivalent analysis tools
Hands-on experience with Echo acoustic dispensing.
$64k-104k yearly est. 1d ago
Postdoctoral Fellow, Pharmacy Practice & Administration
Rutgers University 4.1
Scientist job in Piscataway, NJ
A prestigious educational institution in Piscataway, NJ, seeks a Postdoctoral Associate for Pharmacy Practice and Administration. This role involves attending interdisciplinary rounds, designing patient treatment goals, and presenting educational topics. Candidates must hold a PharmD from an ACPE-accredited university and be eligible for New Jersey licensure. Benefits include competitive medical coverage, retirement plans, and educational support.
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$52k-65k yearly est. 2d ago
Formulation Scientist
Siri Infosolutions, Inc.
Scientist job in Raritan, NJ
Leads formulation design efforts from concept through to prototyping phases, Design Reviews and Validation
Collaborate with external suppliers and internal partners to develop products
Drive product characterization to ensure rigorous technical understanding and relationships to pre-clinical outcomes
Lead raw material suppliers through raw material iterations, correlating to product design window
Drive execution of Learning Plans
Participate in multi-functional discussions and design reviews, including product creation at multiple scales (modeling, lab, pilot and manufacturing)
Participate in clinical procedures and activities, translating learning into viable prototypes
Generic Managerial Skills, If any
Strong communication skills.
Candidates must be highly proficient in reading, writing, and speaking English language.
Ability to multitask, including ability to understand customer requirements, retrieve relevant information, and provide responses satisfactorily and with immediacy is required.
Employee must be able to effectively prioritize and manage multiple activities and responsibilities.
Ability to understand and follow complex written procedures is required.
Ability to function in a team environment and deliver on team objectives is required.
Ability to make decisions and solve problems while exhibiting situational judgement.
$77k-113k yearly est. 2d ago
Formulation Scientist
Net2Source (N2S
Scientist job in Skillman, NJ
Net2Source Inc. is an award-winning total workforce solutions company recognized by Staffing Industry Analysts for our accelerated growth of 300% in the last 3 years with over 5500+ employees globally, with over 30+ locations in the US and global operations in 32 countries. We believe in providing staffing solutions to address the current talent gap - Right Talent - Right Time - Right Place - Right Price and acting as a Career Coach to our consultants.
Company: One of Our Clients
Job Description:
Job Title: Formulation Scientist
Location: Skillman, NJ 08558
Duration: 09+ Months (Extendable)
Pay Rate: $40.00 - 43.28 hourly. on W2 without benefits.
Description:
A Product Development Scientist role involves a wide range of activities, including developing and optimizing new product formulations and processes, conducting laboratory testing and evaluations. Key responsibilities include batching several iterations, ensuring technical accuracy in product development through stability studies, and documentation. Working with the team, time management, attention to detail, strong analytical skills, strong communication, following the timeline.
FORMULATION Experience is required
Consumer Products - Skin Health
BA Degree 2 to 4 years' experience
Awards and Accolades:
America's Most Honored Businesses (Top 10%)
Awarded by USPAAC for the Fastest Growing Business in the US
12th Fastest Growing Staffing Company in USA by Staffing industry Analysts in the US (2020, 2019, 2020)
Fastest 50 by NJ Biz (2020, 2019, 2020)
INC 5000 Fastest growing for 8 consecutive years in a row (only 1.26% companies make it to this list)
Top 100 by Dallas Business Journal (2020 and 2019)
Proven Supplier of the Year by Workforce Logiq (2020 and 2019)
2019 Spirit of Alliance Award by Agile1
2018 Best of the Best Platinum Award by Agile1
2018 TechServe Alliance Excellence Awards Winner
2017 Best of the Best Gold Award by Agile1(Act1 Group)
$40-43.3 hourly 2d ago
Formulation Scientist
Ztek Consulting 4.3
Scientist job in Raritan, NJ
Role: Formulation Scientist, on-site in Raritan, NJ- Full-time
Experience Required: 8 - 20 + Years
Must Have Technical/Functional Skills
• Product formulation and launch experience.
• Biomaterials and material development.
• Medical device and combination product design and development; PMA familiarity.
• Problem-solving using Analytical tools.
• Design of Experiments (DOE) and applied statistics.
• Protocol development, reporting, and documentation.
• In-vitro/ex-vivo characterization of prototypes.
• Biochemical test method development and validation.
• Strong communication and collaboration across teams.
• Ability to work in ambiguous environments and deliver outcomes.
• Experience with self-directed teams and multitasking.
• Effective prioritization and decision-making.
• Travel up to 20% may be required (domestic and international)
$65k-94k yearly est. 4d ago
Chemist
Prokatchers LLC
Scientist job in Clark, NJ
Under close supervision, completes tasks as directed. Adheres to set objectives and standards.
Ordering raw materials, making batches, and keeping track of experiments in a lab notebook.
Performs and tracks stability on all formulas made. Needs to be detail-oriented.
Open communication to bring to the attention of the chemists/manager of any stability issues.
Interface with support groups for testing requests via IT system.
BS, Chemistry or related field required * 0-3 Years of Experience.
$61k-89k yearly est. 4d ago
Join a research study evaluating potential new investigational treatments for Depression
Haltha
Scientist job in Jersey City, NJ
Up To $1,000 Paid Depression Study! Those who Currently Experience At Least TWO Symptoms of Depression And the Current Depressive Episode Started More Than 4 Weeks Ago May Qualify For The Study!
$108k-165k yearly est. 8d ago
Product Development Scientist
Lancesoft 4.5
Scientist job in Skillman, NJ
Job title: Product Development Scientist Contract Duration: 01/12/2026 to 10/30/2026 Hours: 8: 30am to 5: 00pm (Monday through Friday). 86 Morris Avenue Summit, NJ 07901 (1 day per week).
May fluctuate based on needs.
Candidates must have 2 to 4 years formulation experience
Description:
A Product Development Scientist role involves a wide range of activities, including developing and optimizing new product formulations and processes, conducting laboratory testing and evaluations.
Key responsibilities include batching several iterations, ensuring technical accuracy in product development through stability studies, and documentation. Working with the team, time management, attention to detail, strong analytical skills, strong communication, following the timeline.
FORMULATION Experience is required
Consumer Products - Skin Health
BA Degree 2 to 4 years experience
$79k-107k yearly est. 5d ago
Clinical Research Scientist
Kaztronix 3.8
Scientist job in Iselin, NJ
Clinical Research Scientist Early Development We are seeking a motivated Clinical Research Scientist to join our Clinical Development team and support the execution of innovative clinical studies. This individual will work closely with senior scientists, physicians, and cross-functional partners to contribute scientific expertise, data insights, and clinical input across multiple programs.
Key Responsibilities
Assist in the design and development of study protocols and protocol amendments.
Contribute to the preparation of clinical and regulatory documents, including sections of INDs, study reports, investigator brochures, and updates for health authorities.
Provide scientific input into study tools such as case report forms, statistical analysis plans, and data output specifications.
Participate in the review and interpretation of clinical safety and efficacy data;support data monitoring activities throughout study conduct.
Collaborate with internal study teams and external partners (CROs, vendors, investigators) to ensure high-quality study execution.
Present study progress and scientific updates to project leadership and cross-functional committees.
Support preparation of data for abstracts, posters, presentations, and manuscripts.
Stay informed on evolving therapeutic landscapes, competitive intelligence, and standards of care relevant to assigned programs.
Qualifications
Advanced degree in a life science discipline preferred (Pharm.D., Ph.D., or equivalent).
1 3 years of experience in clinical research, with at least 1 year in drug development or industry setting.
Background in oncology or hematology is a plus.
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with ability to interpret and communicate complex data.
Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and manage multiple priorities.
Willingness to travel occasionally (up to ~20%).
Kaztronix is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. In addition, all human resource actions in such areas as compensation, employee benefits, transfers, layoffs, training and development are to be administered objectively, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.
By applying to the position, you acknowledge that your information will be used by Kaztronix in processing your application.
$69k-108k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Development Chemist (at Gelest Inc.)
Mitsubishi Chemical Group 3.9
Scientist job in Morrisville, PA
Gelest, Inc., part of the Mitsubishi Chemical Group, is hiring a Development Chemist to join our team in Morrisville, PA. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to our mission of delivering innovative specialty chemical solutions to customers worldwide.
The Development Chemist will play a key role in designing, developing, and optimizing chemical processes for specialty chemical products. This hands-on role involves synthetic organic chemistry, process development from lab to pilot scale, and data acquisition and analysis to ensure safe, reliable, and cost-effective manufacturing. The Development Chemist will collaborate closely with Product Development, Engineering, Production, and Quality teams to translate laboratory discoveries into scalable processes that meet business and regulatory requirements.
**PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:**
+ Design and perform laboratory experiments involving synthetic organic reactions, route evaluation, optimization, and troubleshooting.
+ Generate and analyze process data to identify improvement opportunities.
+ Scale laboratory processes to pilot and full production, ensuring robust transfer of technology and clear documentation.
+ Utilize analytical techniques (GC, NMR, FTIR, MS) to characterize materials, monitor reactions, and assess process performance.
+ Document experiments, observations, and recommended improvements in lab notebooks and technical reports.
+ Support process hazard assessments, safety reviews, and compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.
+ Maintain awareness of industry developments, new technologies, and specialty chemical manufacturing best practices.
+ Perform other duties as assigned.
**KNOWLEDGE/ EXPERIENCE/SKILLS:**
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
+ Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
+ 1-3+ years of experience in specialty chemical synthesis, chemical process development, or scale-up preferred.
+ Hands-on experience with laboratory techniques and equipment preferred.
+ Background in synthetic organic chemistry, including multi-step synthesis and reaction mechanism understanding is preferred.
+ Experience with process development, including reaction kinetics, heat, and mass transfer, mixing, and scale-up considerations is preferred.
+ Hands-on experience with analytical instrumentation (GC, NMR, FTIR, MS) is preferred.
+ Excellent written and verbal communication, including technical reporting.
+ Commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant work environment.
+ Must be able to wear required PPE (safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hard hat; respirators as needed).
+ Must be able to climb ladders and stairs to collect samples and observe processes.
+ Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and operate a forklift.
+ **Must be able to work 2nd shift:** Four (4) 10-hour shifts, Monday-Thursday, 12:30 PM - 11:00 PM
**Supplemental Company Information:**
Gelest, located in Morrisville, PA-conveniently accessible from Interstate 95, Route 1, and the PA/NJ Turnpikes-offers a rewarding career with competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including:
+ Generous paid time off
+ Medical, Dental, Vision, and optional supplemental plans for employees and their families
+ 401(k) with a competitive company match
+ Company-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability
+ Eligibility for an annual performance bonus
+ Company-provided uniforms, work boots, and PPE
The salary range for this position is $27.00 (entry level) - $35.00 per hour. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered. This salary will be subject to a geographic adjustment (according to a specific city and state), if an authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting.
$27-35 hourly 22d ago
Research Chemist
Shamrock Technologies 4.3
Scientist job in Newark, NJ
About Us:
Shamrock Technologies is a family-owned business which prides itself on its enterprising spirit. This atmosphere inspires associates to pursue their ambitions without the boundaries of classic organizational structure.
Headquartered in Newark, New Jersey, Shamrock Technologies is one of the world's largest processors of micronized polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), as well as a leading worldwide manufacturer and supplier of a broad line of specialty products. Our materials are found in Inks and Coatings, Lubricants, Grease, Thermoplastics, and more. Using advanced technology and sophisticated production equipment, combined with our state-of-the-art Application and R&D laboratory facilities, Shamrock creates products to help customers meet their challenging formulation needs.
Shamrock differentiates itself by hiring associates with an approach to thinking that actively seeks change rather than waiting to adapt to it. Our business embraces originality, curiosity, critical questioning, service, and continuous improvement, while creating a work culture that values cooperation.
Summary:
We are seeking a hands-on, innovative Research Chemist to support product development and applications research within the Wax Additives business.
This role focuses on designing and conducting laboratory experiments, characterizing materials, and generating data that help bring new wax powders, dispersions, emulsions, and surface-modified products to market. The Research Chemist will work closely with the Technical Director and cross-functional teams to translate customer needs into technical solutions.
Primary Responsibilities
Plan, execute, and document lab experiments to develop new wax additives and improve existing products.
Formulate and test emulsions, dispersions, blends, and surface-modified waxes for coatings, inks, and plastic applications.
Operate and maintain laboratory equipment such as mills, mixers, particle size analyzers, DSC, FTIR, and rheometers.
Collect, interpret, and summarize experimental data to guide decision-making.
Prepare technical reports and communicate findings to the technical teams.
Screen new raw materials and evaluate competitive technologies.
Support scale-up trials by providing lab-to-pilot correlations and data.
Assist in preparing technical presentations and samples for customer trials.
Follow established safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized lab environment.
Ensure accurate documentation and compliance with internal and external standards.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Materials Science, or Chemical Engineering.
0-5 years of experience in a chemical, polymer, or coatings laboratory (industrial or academic research).
Hands-on experience with emulsions, dispersions, or polymer/wax formulations is highly preferred.
Experience with polyamide chemistry or related polymer modification techniques is a plus.
Professional Skills
Strong experimental design and data analysis skills.
Proficiency with common lab instrumentation (particle size, DSC, FTIR, rheology).
Creative problem-solver with curiosity and initiative.
Effective communicator with ability to work cross-functionally.
Comfortable with multitasking in a fast-paced environment.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements:
Laboratory-based position with occasional pilot plant and production floor exposure.
Required to wear PPE and complete safety training.
Able to stand/sit for extended periods of time, may include bending/stooping.
Prepared for prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Compensation package
We offer a competitive salary complemented by an annual performance-based bonus. Our comprehensive benefits package includes generous paid time off hours, a 401(k) plan with employer matching, comprehensive healthcare coverage, employer-sponsored life insurance, and additional benefits designed to support your well-being and financial security.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Shamrock Technologies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Request for Assistance
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting Human Resources via email at ***************************.
Reasonable Accommodation
Applicants with disabilities may contact Shamrock Technologies via telephone, e-mail, and other means to request and arrange accommodation. If you need assistance to accommodate the disability, you may request accommodation at any time. Please contact the Shamrock Technologies Human Resources department at ***************************.
$65k-90k yearly est. 2d ago
Biochemist - High-Throughput Screening
Talent Software Services 3.6
Scientist job in Rahway, NJ
Are you an experienced Biochemist - High-Throughput Screening with a desire to excel? If so, then Talent Software Services may have the job for you! Our client is seeking an experienced Biochemist - High-Throughput Screening to work at their company in Rahway, NJ.
Primary Responsibilities/Accountabilities: The Chemical Biotechnologies Group at the client is seeking an experienced researcher to support our high-throughput capabilities.
The mission of the group is to invent, develop, and implement biomolecules and biocatalytic processes to advance the client's pipeline and our impact on the scientific community.
This position in our biochemistry team is responsible for lysing E. coli cell pellets to liberate enzyme in solution or generate enzyme from in vitro transcription translation (iv TT) mix, setting up reactions using this solution as a catalyst solution, quenching reactions and prep them for HPLC analysis, running the HPLC, and analyzing the data generated in support of our protein directed evolution workflow.
The candidate will perform high throughput workflows with 96 or 384 well formats using various automation instruments.
The candidate will have hands-on, extensive experience with instrumentation essential for monitoring substrates and products profiles for reactions, especially Agilent UPLC systems.
In this position, the candidate will have the opportunity to work with a diverse group of team members to effectively coordinate efforts and operate multiple projects.
The candidate ensures activities of assignments are executed such that project deliverables and timelines are met.
The candidate is responsible for good housekeeping and performing work in a safe manner in the work area by applicable safety equipment and personnel protective equipment (PPE).
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Molecular Biology, Synthetic Biology, Bioengineering, Biochemistry or related field with +5 years' of experience, or MS with +2 years of experience, or PhD.
Experienced in high-throughput screening and automated liquid handling (Biomek or Tecan liquid handling systems) and various analytical methods (HPLC, LC-MS, spectrophotometry, gel electrophoresis, FPLC).
Proficient in preparing chemical and biochemical reactions
Experience with protein handling and biochemical, biophysical, and/or phenotypic protein characterization techniques (e.g., activity assays, SDS-PAGE, UV-Vis spectrophotometry).
Understanding of experimental design and data analysis principles
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent teamwork and multitasking
Good documentation of experimental reports
Software Skills: MS office (Word/Excel)
Preferred:
Experience with one or more of the following: next-generation sequencing, directed evolution, protein expression or microfluidics
Experience in protein characterization and purification
Experience in protein expression platforms (yeast, bacillus, mammalian) is a plus
Experience with data analysis using Python, R, Excel, or similar tools
Industry experience is preferred.
$69k-106k yearly est. 4d ago
Formulation Scientist
Net2Source (N2S
Scientist job in Skillman, NJ
Net2Source Inc. is an award-winning total workforce solutions company recognized by Staffing Industry Analysts for our accelerated growth of 300% in the last 3 years with over 5500+ employees globally, with over 30+ locations in the US and global operations in 32 countries. We believe in providing staffing solutions to address the current talent gap - Right Talent - Right Time - Right Place - Right Price and acting as a Career Coach to our consultants.
Company: One of Our Clients
Job Description:
Job Title: Scientist 2, Research & Development
Location: Skillman, NJ 08558
Duration: 09+ Months (Extendable)
Pay Rate: $38.00-$43.28/hr on W2 without benefits.
Will work primarily at:
Skillman, NJ
4 days/week
Hours: 8:30am to 5:00pm (Monday through Friday).
86 Morris Avenue Summit, NJ 1 day per week.
May fluctuate based on needs.
Description:
A Product Development Scientist role involves a wide range of activities, including developing and optimizing new product formulations and processes, conducting laboratory testing and evaluations. Key responsibilities include batching several iterations, ensuring technical accuracy in product development through stability studies, and documentation. Working with the team, time management, attention to detail, strong analytical skills, strong communication, following the timeline.
FORMULATION Experience is required
Consumer Products - Skin Health
BA Degree 2 to 4 years' experience
Regards,
Prateek Pampattiwar
Recruitment Specialist
Net2Source Inc.
Global HQ Address -270 Davidson Ave, Suite 704, Somerset, NJ 08873, USA
Office: ************** x 324 | Cell: **************| Fax: **************| Email: **********************************
$38-43.3 hourly 3d ago
Join a research study evaluating potential new investigational treatments for Depression
Haltha
Scientist job in Hopewell, NJ
Up To $1,000 Paid Depression Study! Those who Currently Experience At Least TWO Symptoms of Depression And the Current Depressive Episode Started More Than 4 Weeks Ago May Qualify For The Study!
How much does a scientist earn in Bridgewater, NJ?
The average scientist in Bridgewater, NJ earns between $65,000 and $133,000 annually. This compares to the national average scientist range of $67,000 to $140,000.
Average scientist salary in Bridgewater, NJ
$93,000
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