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Karlsburger Foods Inc.
Senior principal scientist job in Monticello, MN
The Senior Food Scientist will lead technical projects that support Karlsburger Foods' strategic business goals, including new product development, product optimization, cost savings, quality improvement, and troubleshooting. This role will focus on a range of product forms including dry powders, broths concentrate, stocks concentrate, sauces, and gravies. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with deep experience in savory product development and commercialization, especially in powdered and concentrated formats.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
Lead new product development projects with emphasis on dry powders, soup/broth bases, and seasoning blends.
Optimize existing powdered, liquid and paste products for quality, shelf-life, and cost.
Execute plant trials, product validations, and troubleshooting in both dry and wet processing environments.
Maintain accurate and detailed technical documentation, including formulations, batching instructions, and product specifications.
Participate in sensory panels and lead evaluations for taste, appearance, and texture.
Serve as a technical resource for powder blending, ingredient functionality, and processing parameters to operations and sales.
Partner with supply chain, operations, and procurement to support scale-up and identify alternative ingredients.
Apply food science principles to support sensory performance and commercializability.
Ensure formulations meet food safety, regulatory, and labeling requirements.
Manage multiple projects concurrently, delivering on time and within scope.
Other Duties and Responsibilities:
Contribute to ideation and concept development for new powdered and liquid product formats.
Collaborate with culinary, QA, and sales teams to align technical execution with customer needs.
Mentor junior scientists and support continuous improvement in lab and pilot operations.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in food science or a related field (Master's preferred).
9-10 years of food product development experience, with at least 3+ years focused on powdered food systems and or food bases.
Proven track record leading projects from benchtop through commercialization.
Strong formulation and process development skills, especially with food bases and/or powders.
Hands-on experience in pilot and manufacturing environments.
Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills.
Self-starter who takes initiative, works well cross-functionally, and thrives in a fast-paced setting.
Tools and Technology:
Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint).
Specification and PLM systems.
Lab and pilot-scale powder blending equipment.
Moisture analyzers, sieves, and sensory evaluation tools.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with savory product building blocks including bases, bouillons, seasonings, and dry mixes.
Knowledge of powder flow, agglomeration, and moisture control in dry blends.
Familiarity with aseptic, retort, and spray drying processes.
Experience collaborating with chefs or other culinary professionals.
Experience with GMP, HACCP, SQF, and FDA labeling standards.
Experience with products requiring Organic, Kosher, NON GMO, GAP certifications.
Physical Requirements:
Stand and work at lab bench or pilot area for extended periods.
Use hands to operate blending and lab equipment.
Lift and carry containers of powder ingredients (up to 25 lbs.).
Occasional travel to support trials or customer meetings (up to 20%).
$47k-76k yearly est. 2d ago
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AMO Hardware Scientist - 448
Quantinuum
Senior principal scientist job in Brooklyn Park, MN
We are seeking an AMO Hardware Scientist in our Brooklyn Park, MN, location. Our team is leading the development, integration, and operation of quantum computing systems at Quantinuum. We are looking for experimental scientists with hands-on experience building and operating devices to manipulate qubits, quantum spin systems, or cold and trapped atomic systems. The perfect candidate will have intimate knowledge of one or more advanced laboratory techniques for controlling quantum systems, which could include precision laser spectroscopy, low noise DC and RF electronics, cryogenic UHV systems, or computer control systems. They will also have excellent communication and collaboration skills as they are working with teams of engineers and other scientists to develop and test new concepts. Our scientists are thought leaders in the field, publishing papers and presenting research to peers.
All applicants for placement in safety-sensitive positions will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug test.
Key Responsibilities:
* You will apply previous experience in experimental laboratory research to design, develop, verify, and deploy quantum computers using trapped ions as qubits.
* You will work alongside teams of scientists and engineers to bring new concepts to life.
* You will be responsible for working in a research lab environment to collect data on system performance and characterizing device characteristics.
* You will generate and implement innovative solutions to improve current and future systems.
* You will present scientific results at conferences or in publications.
YOU MUST HAVE:
* PhD completed prior to starting
* Minimum 4+ years' experience (PhD inclusive) involving one or more of the following areas: quantum information, qubits, cold atom or trapped ion physics, vacuum systems, or cryogenics
* Due to Contractual requirements, must be a U.S. Person. defined as, U.S. citizen permanent resident or green card holder, workers granted asylum or refugee status
* Due to national security requirements imposed by the U.S. Government, candidates for this position must not be a People's Republic of China national or Russian national unless the candidate is also a U.S. citizen.
WE VALUE:
* PhD Electrical Engineering, applied physics, applied mathematics, computer science, or a related field
* A history of excellent experimental practices designing or improving existing advanced systems
* Experience programming experimental control systems for data collection, signal processing, and data analysis
* Experience performing simulation and modeling to inform experiments
* Experience with design or operation of a device for quantum information processing
* Experience with laser cooling and trapping of ions or neutral atoms
* Excellent written and oral communication skills, with published results within their field of research.
* Excellent attention to detail, organization, and a results-oriented mindset
* Experience in post-doctoral research positions or other mentorship positions
* Demonstrated organizational and leadership skills
$124,000 - $170,000 a year
Compensation & Benefits:
Non-Incentive Eligible
The pay range for this role is $124,000 - $170,000 annually. Actual compensation within this range may vary based on the candidate's skills, educational background, professional experience, and unique qualifications for the role.
Quantinuum is the world leader in quantum computing. The company's quantum systems deliver the highest performance across all industry benchmarks. Quantinuum's over 650 employees, including 400+ scientists and engineers, across the US, UK, Germany, and Japan, are driving the quantum computing revolution.
By uniting best-in-class software with high-fidelity hardware, our integrated full-stack approach is accelerating the path to practical quantum computing and scaling its impact across multiple industries.
As we celebrate the International Year of Quantum, there has never been a more exciting time to be part of this rapidly evolving field. By joining Quantinuum, you'll be at the forefront of this transformative revolution, shaping the future of quantum computing, pushing the limits of technology, and making the impossible possible.
What is in it for you?
A competitive salary and innovative, game-changing work
Flexible work schedule
Employer subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) match for student loan repayment benefit
Equity, 401k retirement savings plan + 12 Paid holidays and generous vacation + sick time
Paid parental leave
Employee discounts
Quantinuum is an equal opportunity employer. You will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status. Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
$124k-170k yearly 10d ago
Senior Applied AI Scientist
Cisco 4.8
Senior principal scientist job in Minneapolis, MN
**Meet the Team** Splunk, a Cisco company, is building a safer, more resilient digital world with an end‑to‑end, full‑stack platform designed for hybrid, multi‑cloud environments. Join the Foundational Modeling team at Splunk, where we advance the state of AI for high‑volume, real‑time, multi‑modal machine‑generated data - including logs, time series, traces, and events. We combine deep AI research expertise with the scale and operational excellence of Splunk and Cisco's global engineering capabilities. Our work spans networking, security, observability, and customer experience - designing and deploying foundation models that enhance reliability, strengthen security, prevent downtime, and deliver predictive insights across Splunk Observability, Security, and Platform at enterprise scale. You'll be part of a culture that values technical excellence, impact‑driven innovation, and cross‑functional collaboration - all within a flexible, growth‑oriented environment.
**Your Impact**
+ Lead the research, design, and deployment of large‑scale foundation models for machine‑generated data - primarily time series, augmented with logs traces, and events.
+ Optimize distributed training and inference pipelines to maximize accuracy, performance, and efficiency at scale.
+ Work closely with engineering, product, and data science to ensure solutions meet defined technical requirements and deliver tangible business impact.
+ Mentor team members and contribute directly to model architecture reviews, experimental design, and production rollout processes.
+ Stay current with AI/ML developments and integrate relevant advancements into ongoing projects and technical plans.
**Minimum Qualifications:**
+ PhD in Computer Science, or related quantitative field, plus 1+ years of industry research experience.
+ Proven track record in at least one of the following areas: large language modeling for both structure and unstructured data, deep learning‑based time series modeling, advanced anomaly detection, and multi-modality modeling.
+ Solid proficiency in Python and deep learning frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow)
+ Experience translating research ideas into production systems.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ Deep Learning for Time Series & Forecasting - Proven expertise designing and deploying architectures such as temporal transformers, temporal convolutional networks, and spatial‑temporal models.
+ Advanced Anomaly Detection - Experience creating robust, scalable approaches (statistical, deep learning, or hybrid) for high‑volume, real‑time time series data.
+ Multi‑Modal AI Modeling - Strong track record fusing logs, time series, traces, tabular data, and graphs for foundation models tackling complex operational insights.
+ Probabilistic Forecasting & Uncertainty Quantification - Skills in Bayesian deep learning and probabilistic models to capture and communicate predictive uncertainty.
+ Large‑Scale Training & Optimization - Experience optimizing model architectures, distributed training pipelines, and inference efficiency to minimize cost and latency while preserving accuracy.
+ MLOps & Continuous Learning - Fluency in automated retraining, drift detection, incremental updates, and production monitoring of ML models.
+ Strong Research Track Record - Publications in top AI/ML conferences or journals (e.g., NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, AAAI, CVPR, ACL, KDD) demonstrating contributions to state‑of‑the‑art methods and real‑world applications.
**Why Cisco?**
At Cisco, we're revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era - and beyond. We've been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint.
Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you'll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere.
We are Cisco, and our power starts with you.
**Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada:**
The starting salary range posted for this position is $174,500.00 to $226,500.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits.
Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process.
U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco's plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time.
U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco's policies:
+ 10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
+ 1 paid day off for employee's birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco
+ Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees
+ Exempt employees participate in Cisco's flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations)
+ 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next
+ Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members
+ Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco's policies.
Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows:
+ .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota;
+ 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%;
+ 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and
+ Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation.
For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid.
The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below:
New York City Metro Area:
$199,700.00 - $292,800.00
Non-Metro New York state & Washington state:
$174,500.00 - $260,500.00
* For quota-based sales roles on Cisco's sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined.
** Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.
Cisco is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.
Cisco will consider for employment, on a case by case basis, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
$102k-129k yearly est. 54d ago
Sr. R&D Food Scientist IV - Dairy
Jonnypops
Senior principal scientist job in Plymouth, MN
Who We Are At JonnyPops, our team is empowered to make an impact at work every day from producing high-quality, innovative frozen novelties to spreading kindness one pop at a time. We look for bright and ambitious individuals who seek out challenges, thrive in fast-paced and high-growth environments, align with our core values, and get fulfilment from seeing their work transform the world around them.
Based in Elk River, MN, JonnyPops develops, manufactures, distributes, and markets frozen novelties. Retailers from coast to coast including Target, Costco, Publix, Kroger, Cub, along with thousands of regional and local grocers make JonnyPops part of their assortment.
Growing from a dorm room start-up in 2012, JonnyPops mission is to make "A Better Pop for a Better World!" JonnyPops leads the frozen novelties space in innovation and uses simple ingredients with no artificial dyes. Every pop stick includes a kind deed, spreading kindness every day.
Joining JonnyPops is an exciting opportunity to be part of high-growth brand and have a direct impact on the company's success. Join our team and help us make “A Better Pop, for a Better World!”
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Research & Development Scientist with extensive dairy product experience to join our team. This role is responsible for leading the development of new frozen novelty products with a focus on dairy systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical foundation in dairy chemistry, formulation science, and frozen product processing.
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Research & Development Scientist with extensive dairy product experience to join our team. This role is responsible for leading the development of new frozen novelty products with a focus on dairy systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical foundation in dairy chemistry, formulation science, and frozen product processing. This role works closely with the Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain teams and assists in ensure all R&D activities are represented in Food Safety Programs that are defined, executed and meet regulatory guidelines.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Lead formulation and product development for dairy frozen novelties, translating consumer and business objectives into robust, scalable product formulations that meet cost, quality, and sensory targets.
Design, optimize, and validate complex dairy formulations, including management of fat, protein, sugar, stabilizer, and emulsifier systems to achieve desired texture, stability, and sensory performance.
Drive benchtop innovation and prototype iteration, utilizing advanced knowledge of dairy chemistry, frozen structure dynamics, and ingredient functionality
Ensure seamless technology transfer from lab to plant, leading pilot and full-scale production trials to validate formulations, optimize processes, and resolve formulation-to-processing challenges.
Serve as the on-site R&D technical lead during commercialization, troubleshooting process deviations, ingredient variability, and texture or overrun issues to ensure consistent product quality at scale.
Apply deep understanding of sensory science and flavor development to guide product design, conduct structured sensory evaluations, and interpret results to inform data-driven product refinements.
Provide comprehensive technical documentation including formulation sheets, processing parameters, and scale-up guidelines to ensure manufacturing adherence to R&D intent.
Build and maintain strong technical partnerships with ingredient suppliers, evaluating new dairy components, flavor systems, and process aids for innovation and differentiation.
Monitor production performance to confirm process control, product consistency, and compliance with R&D-developed specifications, collaborating with Quality to address deviations.
Stay at the forefront of dairy science and frozen product technology, monitoring advancements in ingredient functionality, processing techniques, and clean-label formulation strategies, and translating these insights into actionable innovation opportunities.
Plan and execute laboratory experiments, applying scientific problem-solving to enhance product quality and profitability
Conduct post-trial analyses and apply scientific principles to improve formulations and processes
Perform risk assessments, troubleshoot technical issues, and implement solutions to improve quality, efficiency, and/or product performance
Manage multiple projects at once with minimal supervisor guidance using clear communication, prioritization, and multitasking skills
Monitor domestic and global trends related to flavors and ingredients for frozen treats
Food Safety Responsibilities
Integrate food safety principles into every stage of product development - from concept to commercialization.
Work closely with QA, Regulatory, and Operations teams to ensure food safety compliance.
Ensure all R&D data and experimental results are properly recorded and traceable.
Identify and implement innovative food safety technologies
Adhere to GMPs as is required of all JP personnel
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Food Science, Dairy Science, Food Engineering, or a related field
5+ years of R&D experience in the dairy or frozen novelty industry (mandatory).
Proven track record in ice cream or frozen dessert formulation, processing, and commercialization.
Strong understanding of dairy chemistry, emulsions, fat crystallization, overrun control, and texture optimization.
Experience with pilot-scale and full-scale processing equipment (freezers, homogenizers, pasteurizers, etc.).
Familiarity with ingredient functionality, stabilizers, emulsifiers, and sweetener systems.
Proficient in using Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
Able to perform basic mathematical calculations and analyses.
Ability to interpret lab results.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Physical Demands
Physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, sit, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; talk and hear, and reach with hands or arms. The employee is frequently required to climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 30 lbs. Works comfortably in a variable temperature environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in regular office conditions, a laboratory environment, production, inside a cooler or in a warehouse. This employee will be expected to work out of our Plymouth R&D center and also our Elk River production facility.
Additional Requirements
Naturally curious, with an appreciation for ambiguity and the ability to embrace the “test and learn” mentality in pursuit of continuous improvement.
Alignment to our mission to spread kindness - JonnyPops is a kindness-based company
Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
Expected Pay Range: $120000-140000
JonnyPops offers a competitive benefits package which includes the following:
Medical/Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
HSA
FSA
DCFSA
Life & AD&D Insurance
Short & Long Term Disability
FTO/PTO
EAP Programs
Paid Holidays
Employee Referral Program
Sick & Safe Leave
401k
Company Sponsored Meal Plan
* Hired candidates may be eligible to receive additional compensation in the form of bonuses and/or commissions.
$120k-140k yearly Auto-Apply 42d ago
Advanced R&D Quantum & Optical Scientist
Honeywell 4.5
Senior principal scientist job in Plymouth, MN
**_The future is what you make it._** When you join Honeywell, you become a member of our global team of thinkers, innovators, dreamers and doers who make the things that make the future. That means changing the way we fly, fueling jets in an eco-friendly way, keeping buildings smart and safe and even making it possible to breathe on Mars. Working at Honeywell isn't just about developing cool things. That's why all of our employees enjoy access to dynamic career opportunities across different fields and industries.
**_Are you ready to help us make the future?_**
**Honeywell's Advanced and Applied Technology** organization is seeking an exceptional Atomic, Molecular, and Optical (AMO) experimentalist to join our Advanced Sensing Technology group located in Plymouth, Minnesota. We are a team of scientists and engineers translating today's research into tomorrow's sensors for air and space applications.
We are currently developing and deploying such cutting-edge technology as: ultra-stable inertial sensors based on atom interferometry, precision timing references based on laser cooled atoms, compact magnetometers based on NV diamond, and ultra-wideband electromagnetic sensors based on Rydberg atoms, among a wide variety of other projects and programs which evolves and grows to meet the evolving needs of our customers and sponsors.
+ Work as part of our team of scientists and engineers to develop new atomic sensor technology concepts, and then demonstrate them in practical devices.
+ Engage with customers and partners to define their needs and requirements, then apply your skills to find creative solutions through rigorous analysis, engineering, and experimentation.
+ Effectively communicate your ideas and results to research sponsors, scientific peers, and business leadership, through effective presentations, publications, and the writing of proposals.
+ Use your expertise to spur the growth of our technology portfolio in new directions, shaping the future of sensing technology.
As an Advanced R&D Quantum & Optical Scientist here at Honeywell, you will be at the forefront of innovation, driving the advancement of cutting-edge technologies and solutions, ensuring that Honeywell remains a leader in technological advancements. In this role, you will impact the future of Honeywell Sensing technologies by contributing to the ideation, conceptualization, research, and development of innovative new solutions.
**YOU MUST HAVE**
+ Ph.D. in physics, applied physics
+ Research experience in one or more of the following areas:
+ Experimental Atomic, Molecular, and Optical (AMO) Physics
+ Atomic Sensors
+ Atomic Clocks
+ Precision Measurement
+ Atom Interferometry
+ Track record of solving difficult, complex problems through innovation, analysis, engineering, and experimentation.
+ Excellent written and oral communication skills reflected in a record of published results and public presentations in your field of research.
**WE VALUE**
+ Hardware experience with some of the following is of value:
+ Laser systems including diode lasers and ultra-stable optical cavities.
+ Microwave frequency (>6 GHZ) test and measurement equipment.
+ UHV (
+ Fiber optic components
+ Analog and digital circuitry
+ Integrated photonics
+ Software experience with any of the following is of value:
+ COMSOL or other multiphysics simulation software
+ LabView or other experimental control software
**BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR HONEYWELL**
In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays. For more information visit: Benefits at Honeywell (********************************
**U.S. PERSON REQUIREMENTS**
Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. Person, which is defined as, a U.S. citizen, a U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status or have the ability to obtain an export authorization.
_The annual base salary range for this position is $125,000 - $144,000. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Honeywell considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations._
_The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Job Posting Date: Oct 10, 2025._
Honeywell helps organizations solve the world's most complex challenges in automation, the future of aviation and energy transition. As a trusted partner, we provide actionable solutions and innovation through our Aerospace Technologies, Building Automation, Energy and Sustainability Solutions, and Industrial Automation business segments - powered by our Honeywell Forge software - that help make the world smarter, safer and more sustainable.
Honeywell is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.
$125k-144k yearly 60d+ ago
Associate Scientist
Actalent
Senior principal scientist job in Saint Paul, MN
Job Title: Associate ScientistJob Description The associate scientist will support a large-scale project focused on investigating the impacts of sterilization on polymeric materials. Responsibilities * Perform material characterization and evaluation using techniques such as DSC, TGA, and FTIR to support medical device project teams with diverse Materials Science requirements.
* Collaborate with scientists and cross-functional teams to develop and define comprehensive test plans.
* Thrive in a dynamic team environment while demonstrating strong interpersonal and communication skills.
* Interpret test data and prepare detailed technical reports to communicate findings effectively.
* Work in a fast-paced environment.
Essential Skills
* Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Polymer, or Material Science, with a preference for candidates with a Master's degree.
* 1+ years of industry experience performing DSC, ideally with polymers but open to other materials as well.
* Previous experience performing multiple projects at one time.
* 6+ months of experience documenting lab work either electronically or on paper, with a preference for experience in a GMP environment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
* Experience with TGA, FTIR, Raman, or Thermal Analysis.
* Experience with Trios or Omnic Software.
* Experience with LabVantage ELN.
* Experience with polymer characterization and understanding of structure/property relationships.
Work Environment
The associate scientist will spend approximately 65% of their time conducting tests and 35% writing reports based on testing findings. The role is project-based but holds potential for permanent growth. It offers a fast-paced and collaborative environment where team members are encouraged to share insights and work together towards common goals.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Paul, MN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Saint Paul,MN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jan 20, 2026.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
$30-35 hourly 12d ago
Associate Scientist
Claros Technologies Inc.
Senior principal scientist job in Minneapolis, MN
Job Description
:
Claros Technologies is a venture backed, deep-tech company solving the worldwide challenge of destroying PFAS in the environment. PFAS remediation is rapidly becoming a multi-billion-dollar, global market and is at the center of regulatory action in the US, Europe and Asia that requires the removal of this carcinogen from drinking water, industrial processes and waste sites. Claros has developed a patented, scalable destruction technology proven to fully destroy 99.99% of PFAS in customers' samples.
We are a diverse team of scientists, business-builders, and impact leaders committed to solving problems without creating new ones. The company has just closed a $20M financing round with leading environment venture capital firms, which provides the credibility and resources required to convert current pilot users into full scale commercial customers as well as to sell easy-to-identify prospects across the globe.
If you are a mission driven, highly motivated, positively aggressive scienist, join us as we solve one of the greatest environmental challenges of our time.
Position Overview:
The Associate Scientist will work closely with the technological development team focused on industrial PFAS wastewater treatment on the lab scale. The duty of this position includes the evaluation of our destruction system performance on customer-specific wastewater and the fundamental exploration of reaction chemistry. The Associate Scientist will also assist in processing data, preparing customer reports, and patent e. The selected candidate will receive thorough training in experimental procedures and data presentation techniques.
Essential Job Functions:
Become the expert on the operation of Claros PFAS destruction technology
Evaluate and execute adjustments as necessary to Claros solutions to ensure the technology meets customer specifications
Complete experiments in aid of customer proposals, implementations, and continued operation of Claros PFAS destruction technology
Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure the successful implementation and operation of Claros solutions
Perform experiments independently with occasional guidance from senior team members
Keep a clean and safe workplace both inside and outside of the laboratory
Competencies & Skills:
Adequate knowledge of water/wastewater treatment processes
Strong background in water chemistry
An eagerness to learn new skills and acquire new knowledge in the field of water treatment
Strong writing skills
Excellent teamwork skills, with a collaborative spirit and the ability to work effectively in a diverse team environment
Management of multiple projects timelines/tasks
Preferred Experience:
Bachelor's or master's degree in environmental engineering/chemical engineering/chemistry/atomic physics or a related field
1-2 years experience working with wastewater treatments, preferably with PFAS (inclusive of academic experience)
Attention to detail
Job Specifications
Compensation: $62,000 - $72,000
Location: In person at the Claros Headquarters in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Travel: none
Claros Technologies offers attractive salary and benefits including health, vision, and dental insurance, PTO as well as 401k plans and options.
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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
$62k-72k yearly 10d ago
Associate Scientist I
Eurofins USA Genomic Services
Senior principal scientist job in River Falls, WI
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 works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.
Eurofins is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. Eurofins 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. The Group also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.
In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 55,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 50 countries. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.
Job Description
The SST Associate Scientist I shall assist other SST Laboratory personnel in general lab duties. The SST Associate Scientist I shall be responsible for ensuring quality and accurate data in a timely fashion.
Responsibilities and Duties
General:
Communicate effectively internally and externally.
Work cooperatively.
Propose and communicate process improvements for technical area.
Participate in general laboratory maintenance.
Ensure quality and accurate data in a timely fashion in all processes in a given area.
Follow work instructions and direct sample flow for efficiency.
Perform sample analysis and document results.
Participate in lab and equipment maintenance.
Communicate inventory needs to appropriate staff.
Communicate sample/test issues to appropriate responsible manager.
Identify and report any opportunities to improve efficiency, customer satisfaction, and quality.
Perform their assigned tasks according to company procedures and work instructions in the most cost-effective way.
May be required to sit for 8 hours; May be required to stand for 8 hours.
Specific:
Ensure ALL goals are met for the day and encourage others to meet their goals as well.
Will perform evaluation tests according to work instructions and follow AOSA, Canada, or ISTA rules depending on testing requested.
Performs tasks as defined by lab manager.
Be able to drive the process and motivate individuals to get the work done.
Ensure the consistent and repeatability of results in a timely fashion.
Propose and communicate process improvements for planting and/or evaluation.
Be able to evaluate TZ Tests (both Post Germ and straight TZ Tests).
Maintain appropriate inventory and organizing supplies.
Based on years of experience, be able to guide or assist newer staff with questions.
Direct newer staff in the right direction if the answer of the question is unknown.
Ensure accurate and efficient execution of work instructions.
Minimize the number of mistakes made throughout the workday/week.
Reliable work schedule.
During the months of October through March, may be requested to work (but not required) at least 45 hours per week to assist the lab manager in maintaining the SST lab.
Qualifications
Education/Experience:
HS degree recommended with an aptitude for science.
Certificates/Licenses:
Certification by the Society of Commercial Seed Technologists is recommended.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None required.
Skills:
Attention to detail, ability to maintain focus, mental addition and subtraction, computer operation including email and LIMS. Be able to work under pressure to meet deadlines for test completion, be self- motivated, understand priorities, willingness to learn new things, gets along with team members, takes the initiative, and be flexible.
Other Factors:
None required.
Additional Information
Schedule:
Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm
What we offer:
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 Genomic Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
$57k-85k yearly est. 10d ago
Associate Scientist I
Eurofins Horti
Senior principal scientist job in River Falls, WI
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 works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.
Eurofins is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. Eurofins 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. The Group also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.
In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 55,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 50 countries. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.
Job Description
The GTS Department is dedicated to supporting ELISA/HB planting, harvesting, extraction, and testing; DNA QA grinding, plating, and testing; MBGT planting, plating and testing; Electrophoresis planting, plating, extraction and testing.
The GTS Department includes genetic purity testing using Isozyme Electrophoresis, trait purity testing using ELISA/Herbicide Bioassay testing, and adventitious presence and zygosity testing using in DNA QA using PCR.
The DNA Associate Scientist is responsible for helping in all activities, as directed, for the GTS/MBGT work streams, with primary focus in DNA extraction, testing, and data analysis.
Responsibilities and Duties
General:
Communicate effectively internally and externally
Work cooperatively
Participate in general laboratory maintenance
Effectively communicate sample/internal issues to Manager and/or Group Lead as appropriate
Effectively communicate personnel issues to Manager and/ or Group Lead
Specific:
Assist with the creation of plate maps for DNA QA
Assist in DNA QA extraction, testing, data analysis, and reporting
Become proficient in all areas of GTS planting/sample prep/evaluating/harvesting/extraction/testing
Help, support and maintain EBDI Safety program
Help, support and maintain EBDI ISO quality system
Ensure accurate and efficient execution of written protocols
Technical training on equipment/processes in different labs as needed
Other duties as needed
Qualifications
Education/Experience:
High school and science aptitude
Certificates/Licenses:
NA
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None required
Skills:
Attention to detail
Flexible
Good communication skills
Other Factors:
Eager to learn
Additional Information
Schedule:
Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm
What we offer:
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 Genomic Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
$57k-85k yearly est. 3h ago
Research Scientist
Brigham and Women's Hospital 4.6
Senior principal scientist job in Cambridge, MN
Site: Mass General Brigham Incorporated Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
This role is hybrid with 4 days onsite and 1 day remote.
The salary range for this position is $80,000 to $110,000 annually. At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience, if applicable, education, certifications, and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package.
In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums, and bonuses as applicable, and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
Job Summary
The Gene and Cell Therapy Institute (GCTI) is a newly created system-wide Institute under Mass General Brigham. The Institute will foster a world-class gene and cell therapy program that will leverage ongoing, groundbreaking scientific research efforts across the MGB system.
The mission of GCTI is to bring together the community of MGB investigators which can utilize gene and cell therapy platforms to achieve their scientific and clinical goals and improve the health of patients. The Institute will differentiate itself by harnessing the exceptional strengths of clinician scientists, the large and unique patient population, and major discoveries throughout the hospital system to propel MGB as the leader in Gene & Cell therapies.
The Abudayyeh-Gootenberg Gene Editing lab at the Mass General Brigham Gene and Cell Therapy Institute is seeking a talented AI Scientist and Engineer to join the Mass General Brigham Gene and Cell Therapy Institute. This role will work across multiple groups within the institute, including the Abudayyeh-Gootenberg lab, gene editing core, and RNA core. The successful candidate will contribute to developing AI solutions for gene and cell therapy, support general computational efforts, and help shape strategic directions for the institute.
This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of cutting-edge technology development and groundbreaking biomedical research. You will be part of a dynamic team focused on advancing gene therapy, cell therapy, stem cell biology, regenerative medicine, and biomanufacturing, through the application of advanced machine learning approaches. Your work will directly contribute to our understanding of large-scale data across different fields and the development of novel technologies and therapeutics.
As an AI Scientist and Engineer in our institute, you will play a crucial role in developing models to understand and model large amounts of biological data, including single-cell, genomics, and transcriptomic data. This work will ultimately yield predictive and generative models that can program biology and enable new technologies and therapeutics.
Your position will also be highly collaborative, involving close interaction with experimental scientists, computational biologists, and other researchers across the institute and labs. We actively encourage creativity and leadership from our computational experts, and you will have the opportunity to lead multiple projects within the institute. This role offers the exciting prospect of being at the forefront of AI applications in gene and cell therapy, with the potential to make significant contributions to the field.
What We Offer:
* Opportunity to work at the forefront of AI applications in gene and cell therapy
* Collaboration with world-class researchers and cutting-edge technologies
* Access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources
* Potential to contribute to groundbreaking discoveries in regenerative medicine
* Supportive and innovative work environment that encourages creativity and leadership
Qualifications
Qualifications:
* Ph.D. in Computer Science, Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, or a related field required
* Previous Research experience 5-7 years required
Skills/Abilities/Competencies:
* Strong programming skills and experience with machine learning frameworks
* Expertise in processing and analyzing single cell data
* Familiarity with deep learning models and their applications in biological data
* Experience with large-scale data management and computing clusters
* Knowledge of molecular biology, stem cell biology, gene therapy, and/or cell therapy is highly desirable
* Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
* Strong organizational and project management abilities
* Ability to manage small teams towards high-level goals and priorities
* Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic research environment
Essential Functions
* Trains/mentors study staff.
* Mentor a team of data analysts in statistical analysis, study design, and coding.
* Overseeing progress across multiple research and evaluation projects.
* Identifies, assimilates, and synthesizes data needed for computer models and manages databases relating to statistical and related software.
* Work closely with cross-functional teams (analytical chemistry, sensory, applications & flavor creation) to achieve desired results.
* Lead internal encapsulation science research program as well as external research collaborations.
* Design, execute and interpret research experiments
* Analyze and present data at internal and external meetings.
* Performs other duties as assigned
* Complies with all policies and standards
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Hybrid
Work Location
65 Landsdowne Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
EEO Statement:
0100 Mass General Brigham Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at **************.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
$80k-110k yearly Auto-Apply 4d ago
**Analytical Development Principal Scientist II (Minneapolis, MN) TALENT PIPELINE-Future Opportunities
Cambrex 4.4
Senior principal scientist job in Minneapolis, MN
Company Information You Matter to Cambrex. Cambrex is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) that provides drug substance development and manufacturing across the entire drug lifecycle, as well as comprehensive analytical and IND enabling services.
With over 40 years of experience and a team of 2,000 experts servicing global clients from North America and Europe, Cambrex offers a range of specialized drug substance technologies and capabilities, including continuous flow, controlled substances, liquid-phase peptide synthesis, solid-state science, material characterization, and highly potent APIs.
Your Work Matters.
At Cambrex, we strive to build a culture where all colleagues have the opportunity to: engage in work that matters to our customers and the patients they serve learn new skills and enjoy new experiences in an engaging and safe environment strengthen connections with coworkers and the community We're committed to attracting and nurturing a passionate team of valued professionals in our fast-paced and growing company.
We offer a competitive benefits package that includes healthcare, life insurance, planning for retirement, and more! Your Future Matters.
Known for our customer-focused scientific and manufacturing excellence, as well as our strong commitment to quality and safety, we offer a range of career and growth opportunities across our global network of locations.
Together with our customers, we aim to improve the quality of life for patients around the world.
Start a career where You Matter by applying today! Job Overview The PrincipalScientist II will provide technical support for multiple project teams.
This individual will evaluate and interpret analytical results, develop, validate and transfer analytical methods for APIs, API intermediates and raw materials.
Strict compliance with cGMP guidelines is required to perform most job tasks.
Responsibilities Safely and effectively develop, establish, and validate analytical testing methodologies used to control raw materials, production intermediates, and final products Actively participate in teams assembled to investigate and solve analytical technical issues within Analytical Development, Chemical Development, Process Support Group and Quality Control.
Perform analytical chemistry assays based on new and existing methodologies Operate analytical instrumentation such as HPLC, GC, GC/MS, FTIR, Titrator, Particle Size Analyzer Write technical reports to document analytical methods Maintain laboratory notebooks documenting work Maintain compliance with GMP SOPs and DEA regulations Transfer documented analytical methods to the QC and Process Support Group departments Set up new or existing analytical methods for compound identification, purity and potency testing.
Coordinate off-site testing as necessary Conduct testing of analytical samples for the Chemical Development Department as needed.
Qualify reference materials.
May also perform other duties as required.
Qualifications/Skills Analytical Chemistry Knowledge: Strong understanding of advances theories in Analytical Chemistry.
Cross Discipline Knowledge: Higher level understanding of other cross-functional technical departments, including organic chemistry and engineering.
GMP/Regulatory Knowledge: Strong understanding of the GMP landscape and fundamental understanding of the industrial regulatory landscape; Good understanding of site SOPS, regulatory CMC concerns and can answer client questions and help them develop their clinical package.
Instrumentation: Advanced knowledge of HPLC, GC, MS, and ability to train and troubleshoot problems with equipment (and help others).
Communication: Excellent oral and written communication, often leading technical calls with clients.
Problem Solving: Demonstrated ability to perform root cause analysis and solve problems.
Time Management: Very good organizational skills and time management.
Able to work on several key items at once including two or more medium complexity projects at once.
Leadership: Regularly seeks to share ideas and learning across the group/site; pushes new initiatives from the ground up.
Technical Documentation and Review: Strong ability to generate key technical documents with minimal RFT issues and to review documents for others.
Basic ability to write new SOP.
External Influence: Strong demonstrated ability to independently steer client or technical teams; ability to redirect and point out scope change; good ability to work with site leadership team and steer local initiatives.
Industry Credibility and Rapport: Demonstrated reputation as a leader within the Cambrex Analytical Community.
Good publication record, where possible, and strong contributions to the Cambrex portfolio.
Operational Excellence: Demonstrate ability to participate and share leadership on local OE initiatives.
Change Orientation: Demonstrated contribution of input and ideas for larger Cambrex system level changes.
Education, Experience & Licensing Requirements Ph.
D.
in Chemistry or related field with minimum 8 years of experience or M.
S.
in Chemistry or related field with minimum 12 years of experience or B.
S.
degree in Chemistry or related field with 16 years of experience in lab environment, pharmaceutical experience preferred.
Excellent verbal and written communication/interpersonal skills, organizational skills, and the ability to work in a diverse team environment are essential.
Cambrex is committed to providing a safe and productive work environment.
All offers of employment are contingent on the successful completion of a comprehensive pre-employment screen.
The pre-employment screen may consist of several components including but not limited to a drug test, criminal record check, identity verification, reference checks, education and employment verification, and may vary based on federal, state, and local laws.
Refusal to submit to testing will result in disqualification of further employment consideration.
All requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
Cambrex Corporation is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), ancestry, national origin, place of birth, age, marital status, disability/handicap, genetic information, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state, and/or local law.
Ph.
D.
in Chemistry or related field with minimum 8 years of experience or M.
S.
in Chemistry or related field with minimum 12 years of experience or B.
S.
degree in Chemistry or related field with 16 years of experience in lab environment, pharmaceutical experience preferred.
Excellent verbal and written communication/interpersonal skills, organizational skills, and the ability to work in a diverse team environment are essential.
Safely and effectively develop, establish, and validate analytical testing methodologies used to control raw materials, production intermediates, and final products Actively participate in teams assembled to investigate and solve analytical technical issues within Analytical Development, Chemical Development, Process Support Group and Quality Control.
Perform analytical chemistry assays based on new and existing methodologies Operate analytical instrumentation such as HPLC, GC, GC/MS, FTIR, Titrator, Particle Size Analyzer Write technical reports to document analytical methods Maintain laboratory notebooks documenting work Maintain compliance with GMP SOPs and DEA regulations Transfer documented analytical methods to the QC and Process Support Group departments Set up new or existing analytical methods for compound identification, purity and potency testing.
Coordinate off-site testing as necessary Conduct testing of analytical samples for the Chemical Development Department as needed.
Qualify reference materials.
May also perform other duties as required.
$90k-127k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Scientist 1
Environmental Science 3.7
Senior principal scientist job in Minneapolis, MN
Shift:
Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Are you ready to work making the world a safer, healthier place? Join our mission to continuously move science forward; to innovate and advance all aspects of our business to improve the health and safety of our communities and lives.
Scientist 1
Compensation: $22.00 per hour
Make an impact. Build a career.
At Pace , everything we do is built upon an unwavering commitment to making the world a safer, healthier place. We continually work to develop innovative practices that drive sustainability and empower our partners with accurate, quality data at every critical moment and milestone.
That's why we need you -- your curiosity, your talents, and your drive -- to help us advance this important work, and your career.
Find your place at Pace
Join us as a Scientist I, where you'll put your love of science to work performing and overseeing projects within the wet chemistry department of our environmental testing laboratory.
What you'll do
Facilitate and support the analysis, administration and oversight of air, water and soil samples using standard chemistry/ biochemistry policies, programs, and practices
Clean, maintain and calibrate instruments
Maintain detailed and organized documentation on all laboratory work
What you'll bring
Bachelor's degree in Chemistry/ Biochemistry or a closely related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
Ability to perform work in a lab or office setting, remain standing for long periods while conducting tests, work around strong smells, and wear personal protective equipment while handling samples (e.g., lab coat, safety glasses and gloves; all PPE provided by Pace ).
What we promise
Comprehensive benefit program, including medical, vision and dental insurance, 401(k) matching and tuition reimbursement
Opportunities to build a rewarding career
An inclusive culture that stands for integrity, innovation and growth
Find Your Place at Pace - We need you - your curiosity, your talents, and your drive - to help us advance this important work.
Benefits
When you join Pace , you commit to work that makes a positive impact on our communities and our world. We commit to supporting you with benefits and perks that make a positive impact on your life. Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program which includes competitive salaries, medical, dental vision, 401K retirement savings plan (100% vested immediately in the employer match), life, disability and voluntary benefits, paid time off for holiday, sick and vacation days, HSA, wellness program, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance program, parental leave, optional legal coverage and ID theft.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Pace provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, creed, color, religion, genetics, protected veteran status, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, 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.
$22 hourly Auto-Apply 34d ago
Senior Food Scientist
Sunopta 4.6
Senior principal scientist job in Eden Prairie, MN
This position supports SunOpta's commercial growth by developing new products and optimizing existing offerings to meet evolving customer requirements. The incumbent will work cross-functionally with Business Management, FSQ, Sales, Operations, and Supply Chain to drive innovation, cost efficiency, and key business initiatives. Responsibilities include ensuring timely delivery of product development and improvement projects, while providing expert R\&D guidance to cross-functional teams.
Essential Functions of the Job:
* Communicate, collaborate and provide technical support to Business Management, Sales, FSQ, and Manufacturing.
* Develop products from concept to production to meet customer specifications and needs.
* Responsibilities include product formulation, ingredient sourcing & validation (in cooperation with Procurement), bench top work, and scale up trials across the SunOpta portfolio (plant-based and value-added beverages, barista products, plant- and animal-based broths, BFY fruit snacks).
* Ability to manage and complete multiple product development efforts within specified timelines.
* Develop products within cost parameters as required.
* Execute sensory and shelf-life evaluation as needed on new ingredients and finished products.
* Establish finished product specifications (formula, ingredients, nutrition, allergen labeling) on new products and update as needed.
* Provide product information and technical support to customers.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
* None
Minimum Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in food science (preferred), Chemistry, Biology, or related field.
* 5 years of industry experience in product development with relevant experience in non-dairy, dairy, functional beverages, aseptic beverages, or fruit snacks highly desirable.
* Knowledge of regulatory, organic, non-GMO and kosher requirements.
* Computer proficiency in Windows based programs including MS Word, Outlook and MS Excel.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Master's degree in food science (preferred), Chemistry, Biology, or related field.
* Manufacturing/production startup experience preferred.
* Knowledge of Genesis Nutritional programs a plus.
Knowledge and Skills:
* Candidate must possess a strong working knowledge of Food preparation.
* Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing practices is beneficial.
* Outstanding verbal, written, multi-tasking and presentation skills.
* Ability to create momentum and drive excellence.
Additional Considerations:
* Travel Expectation: Up to 25%.
* This position will be at the SunOpta Corporate Office in Eden Prairie, MN.
* Relocation or international remote working arrangements (outside of the US) will not be considered.
Work Environment/Physical Demands:
Approximately 75% of the work is performed in an office environment. 25% of work may involve being in the agricultural or manufacturing environment.
Featured benefits
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid Family leave
Paid maternity leave
401(k) with Match
Voluntary Life, Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital indemnity
Paid Holidays
Tuition assistance
Short-term and Long-term Disability insurance
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.
$43k-63k yearly est. 34d ago
Senior Applied AI Scientist
Cisco Systems, Inc. 4.8
Senior principal scientist job in Saint Paul, MN
Meet the Team Splunk, a Cisco company, is building a safer, more resilient digital world with an end‑to‑end, full‑stack platform designed for hybrid, multi‑cloud environments. Join the Foundational Modeling team at Splunk, where we advance the state of AI for high‑volume, real‑time, multi‑modal machine‑generated data - including logs, time series, traces, and events. We combine deep AI research expertise with the scale and operational excellence of Splunk and Cisco's global engineering capabilities. Our work spans networking, security, observability, and customer experience - designing and deploying foundation models that enhance reliability, strengthen security, prevent downtime, and deliver predictive insights across Splunk Observability, Security, and Platform at enterprise scale. You'll be part of a culture that values technical excellence, impact‑driven innovation, and cross‑functional collaboration - all within a flexible, growth‑oriented environment.
Your Impact
* Lead the research, design, and deployment of large‑scale foundation models for machine‑generated data - primarily time series, augmented with logs traces, and events.
* Optimize distributed training and inference pipelines to maximize accuracy, performance, and efficiency at scale.
* Work closely with engineering, product, and data science to ensure solutions meet defined technical requirements and deliver tangible business impact.
* Mentor team members and contribute directly to model architecture reviews, experimental design, and production rollout processes.
* Stay current with AI/ML developments and integrate relevant advancements into ongoing projects and technical plans.
Minimum Qualifications:
* PhD in Computer Science, or related quantitative field, plus 1+ years of industry research experience.
* Proven track record in at least one of the following areas: large language modeling for both structure and unstructured data, deep learning‑based time series modeling, advanced anomaly detection, and multi-modality modeling.
* Solid proficiency in Python and deep learning frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow)
* Experience translating research ideas into production systems.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Deep Learning for Time Series & Forecasting - Proven expertise designing and deploying architectures such as temporal transformers, temporal convolutional networks, and spatial‑temporal models.
* Advanced Anomaly Detection - Experience creating robust, scalable approaches (statistical, deep learning, or hybrid) for high‑volume, real‑time time series data.
* Multi‑Modal AI Modeling - Strong track record fusing logs, time series, traces, tabular data, and graphs for foundation models tackling complex operational insights.
* Probabilistic Forecasting & Uncertainty Quantification - Skills in Bayesian deep learning and probabilistic models to capture and communicate predictive uncertainty.
* Large‑Scale Training & Optimization - Experience optimizing model architectures, distributed training pipelines, and inference efficiency to minimize cost and latency while preserving accuracy.
* MLOps & Continuous Learning - Fluency in automated retraining, drift detection, incremental updates, and production monitoring of ML models.
* Strong Research Track Record - Publications in top AI/ML conferences or journals (e.g., NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, AAAI, CVPR, ACL, KDD) demonstrating contributions to state‑of‑the‑art methods and real‑world applications.
Why Cisco?
At Cisco, we're revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era - and beyond. We've been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint.
Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you'll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere.
We are Cisco, and our power starts with you.
Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada:
The starting salary range posted for this position is $174,500.00 to $226,500.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits.
Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process.
U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco's plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time.
U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco's policies:
* 10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
* 1 paid day off for employee's birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco
* Non-exempt employees receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees
* Exempt employees participate in Cisco's flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations)
* 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next
* Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members
* Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco's policies.
Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows:
* .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota;
* 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%;
* 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and
* Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation.
For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid.
The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below:
New York City Metro Area:
$199,700.00 - $292,800.00
Non-Metro New York state & Washington state:
$174,500.00 - $260,500.00
* For quota-based sales roles on Cisco's sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined.
Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.
$102k-129k yearly est. 55d ago
Associate Scientist
Actalent
Senior principal scientist job in Saint Paul, MN
Job Title: Associate ScientistJob Description The associate scientist will support a large-scale project focused on investigating the impacts of sterilization on polymeric materials. Responsibilities + Perform material characterization and evaluation using techniques such as DSC, TGA, and FTIR to support medical device project teams with diverse Materials Science requirements.
+ Collaborate with scientists and cross-functional teams to develop and define comprehensive test plans.
+ Thrive in a dynamic team environment while demonstrating strong interpersonal and communication skills.
+ Interpret test data and prepare detailed technical reports to communicate findings effectively.
+ Work in a fast-paced environment.
Essential Skills
+ Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Polymer, or Material Science, with a preference for candidates with a Master's degree.
+ 1+ years of industry experience performing DSC, ideally with polymers but open to other materials as well.
+ Previous experience performing multiple projects at one time.
+ 6+ months of experience documenting lab work either electronically or on paper, with a preference for experience in a GMP environment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
+ Experience with TGA, FTIR, Raman, or Thermal Analysis.
+ Experience with Trios or Omnic Software.
+ Experience with LabVantage ELN.
+ Experience with polymer characterization and understanding of structure/property relationships.
Work Environment
The associate scientist will spend approximately 65% of their time conducting tests and 35% writing reports based on testing findings. The role is project-based but holds potential for permanent growth. It offers a fast-paced and collaborative environment where team members are encouraged to share insights and work together towards common goals.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Paul, MN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Saint Paul,MN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jan 20, 2026.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.
$30-35 hourly 13d ago
Associate Scientist I
Eurofins Horti
Senior principal scientist job in River Falls, WI
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 works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.
Eurofins is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. Eurofins 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. The Group also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.
In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 55,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 50 countries. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.
Job Description
Eurofins BioDiagnostics, Inc. is a leading provider of seed testing services including seed and plant genetic and health services to the seed industry with customers worldwide. Eurofins BioDiagnostics uses state-of-the-art DNA, protein, phenotyping and analytical chemistry-based technologies to help customers reduce time to market and produce high quality seed.
Eurofins BioDiagnostics, Inc. (EBDI) is seeking an energetic and creative Molecular Biologist/Geneticist to contribute to the high throughput genotyping services at EBDI especially in relation to the plant and animal breeding market. The scientist will conduct operational tasks and data analysis related to the high throughput PCR genotyping services offered by EBDI. Familiarity and experience with PCR genotyping platforms, workflows, data scoring and DNA extraction would be required for this position. The goal is to make sure the day-to-day genotyping services are performed appropriately, accurately, and in a timely fashion.
The responsibility of the Molecular breeding and Genomics Technology (MBGT) Laboratory Scientist is to support the MBGT lab manager and other supervisors in the lab in conducting all phases of DNA-based analysis of plant and animal samples. Specific responsibilities may include some or all of the following: preparation of paperwork, preparation samples, extraction of DNA, implementation of qualitative and quantitative PCR-based assays, analysis of PCR-products by agarose gel electrophoresis and fluorescence-based detection, digital imaging of gels, preparation of libraries, and genotyping of SNPs utilizing Array Tape Platform. Responsibilities may also include analyzing and formatting the data generated by these platforms.
Qualifications
Required - A Bachelor of Science in a field related to Agriculture, Biology or Genetics is required. Relevant work experience may replace some education.
Experience with DNA extraction, PCR Genotyping platforms, workflows, data scoring and reporting will be required
Experience with SNP based genotyping using Array Tape Platform would be preferred.
Experience with high throughput DNA extraction methods and automated liquid handlers is highly recommended
Experience with end point and real time PCR methods and data analysis highly recommended
Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
Additional Information
Schedule:
Regular Shift: 8:00am-4:30pm
Early Shift: 6:00am-2:30pm
What we offer:
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 Genomic Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
$57k-85k yearly est. 3h ago
Associate Scientist I
Eurofins USA Genomic Services
Senior principal scientist job in River Falls, WI
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 works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.
Eurofins is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. Eurofins 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. The Group also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.
In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 55,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 50 countries. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.
Job Description
The GTS Department is dedicated to supporting ELISA/HB planting, harvesting, extraction, and testing; DNA QA grinding, plating, and testing; MBGT planting, plating and testing; Electrophoresis planting, plating, extraction and testing.
The GTS Department includes genetic purity testing using Isozyme Electrophoresis, trait purity testing using ELISA/Herbicide Bioassay testing, and adventitious presence and zygosity testing using in DNA QA using PCR.
The DNA Associate Scientist is responsible for helping in all activities, as directed, for the GTS/MBGT work streams, with primary focus in DNA extraction, testing, and data analysis.
Responsibilities and Duties
General:
Communicate effectively internally and externally
Work cooperatively
Participate in general laboratory maintenance
Effectively communicate sample/internal issues to Manager and/or Group Lead as appropriate
Effectively communicate personnel issues to Manager and/ or Group Lead
Specific:
Assist with the creation of plate maps for DNA QA
Assist in DNA QA extraction, testing, data analysis, and reporting
Become proficient in all areas of GTS planting/sample prep/evaluating/harvesting/extraction/testing
Help, support and maintain EBDI Safety program
Help, support and maintain EBDI ISO quality system
Ensure accurate and efficient execution of written protocols
Technical training on equipment/processes in different labs as needed
Other duties as needed
Qualifications
Education/Experience:
High school and science aptitude
Certificates/Licenses:
NA
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None required
Skills:
Attention to detail
Flexible
Good communication skills
Other Factors:
Eager to learn
Additional Information
Schedule:
Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm
What we offer:
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 Genomic Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
$57k-85k yearly est. 10d ago
**Analytical Development Senior Scientist I (Minneapolis, MN) TALENT PIPELINE-Future Opportunities
Cambrex 4.4
Senior principal scientist job in Minneapolis, MN
Company Information You Matter to Cambrex. Cambrex is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) that provides drug substance development and manufacturing across the entire drug lifecycle, as well as comprehensive analytical and IND enabling services.
With over 40 years of experience and a team of 2,000 experts servicing global clients from North America and Europe, Cambrex offers a range of specialized drug substance technologies and capabilities, including continuous flow, controlled substances, liquid-phase peptide synthesis, solid-state science, material characterization, and highly potent APIs.
Your Work Matters.
At Cambrex, we strive to build a culture where all colleagues have the opportunity to: engage in work that matters to our customers and the patients they serve learn new skills and enjoy new experiences in an engaging and safe environment strengthen connections with coworkers and the community We're committed to attracting and nurturing a passionate team of valued professionals in our fast-paced and growing company.
We offer a competitive benefits package that includes healthcare, life insurance, planning for retirement, and more! Your Future Matters.
Known for our customer-focused scientific and manufacturing excellence, as well as our strong commitment to quality and safety, we offer a range of career and growth opportunities across our global network of locations.
Together with our customers, we aim to improve the quality of life for patients around the world.
Start a career where You Matter by applying today! Job Overview The SeniorScientist I will provide technical support for multiple project teams.
This individual will evaluate and interpret analytical results, develop, validate and transfer analytical methods for APIs, API intermediates and raw materials.
Strict compliance with cGMP guidelines is required to perform most job tasks.
Responsibilities · Safely and effectively develop, establish, and validate analytical testing methodologies used to control raw materials, production intermediates, and final products · Actively participate in teams assembled to investigate and solve analytical technical issues within Analytical Development, Chemical Development, Process Support Group and Quality Control.
· Perform analytical chemistry assays based on new and existing methodologies · Operate analytical instrumentation such as HPLC, GC, GC/MS, FTIR, Titrator, Particle Size Analyzer · Write technical reports to document analytical methods · Maintain laboratory notebooks documenting work · Maintain compliance with GMP SOPs and DEA regulations · Transfer documented analytical methods to the QC and Process Support Group departments · Set up new or existing analytical methods for compound identification, purity and potency testing.
· Coordinate off-site testing as necessary · Conduct testing of analytical samples for the Chemical Development Department as needed.
· Qualify reference materials.
· May also perform other duties as required.
Qualifications/Skills Analytical Chemistry Knowledge: Good understanding of the Principles of Analytical Chemistry, good laboratory experience.
Cross Discipline Knowledge: Basic understanding of the principles of cross-functional departments, including organic chemistry.
GMP/Regulatory Knowledge: Demonstrated understanding of GMP as it relates to current work; with less manager input, can help advise clients on key regulatory strategies.
Instrumentation: Good fundamental understanding and the ability to use/investigate issues with HPLC, GC.
Communication: Good written and oral communication skills, ability to handle client requests with manager review.
Problem Solving: Able to solve problems in the workplace and helps to lead investigations with manager support.
Time Management: Reasonable ability to handle one or more tasks or projects, often with supervision.
Leadership: Shares ideas with peers.
Technical Documentation and Review: Ability to write technical documents with assistance.
External Influence: Occasionally participates in internal project team meetings, as needed; demonstrated ability to work within a team matrix.
Industry Credibility and Rapport: Known as a solid scientific contributor within the department/group.
Operational Excellence: Able to support key OE initiatives.
Change Orientation: Locally supports changes associated with larger Cambrex initiatives.
Education, Experience & Licensing Requirements Ph.
D.
in Chemistry or related field or M.
S.
in Chemistry or related field with minimum 4 years of experience or B.
S.
degree in Chemistry or related field with 8 years of experience in lab environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication/interpersonal skills, organizational skills, and the ability to work in a diverse team environment are essential.
Cambrex is committed to providing a safe and productive work environment.
All offers of employment are contingent on the successful completion of a comprehensive pre-employment screen.
The pre-employment screen may consist of several components including but not limited to a drug test, criminal record check, identity verification, reference checks, education and employment verification, and may vary based on federal, state, and local laws.
Refusal to submit to testing will result in disqualification of further employment consideration.
All requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
Cambrex Corporation is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), ancestry, national origin, place of birth, age, marital status, disability/handicap, genetic information, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state, and/or local law.
Ph.
D.
in Chemistry or related field or M.
S.
in Chemistry or related field with minimum 4 years of experience or B.
S.
degree in Chemistry or related field with 8 years of experience in lab environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication/interpersonal skills, organizational skills, and the ability to work in a diverse team environment are essential.
· Safely and effectively develop, establish, and validate analytical testing methodologies used to control raw materials, production intermediates, and final products · Actively participate in teams assembled to investigate and solve analytical technical issues within Analytical Development, Chemical Development, Process Support Group and Quality Control.
· Perform analytical chemistry assays based on new and existing methodologies · Operate analytical instrumentation such as HPLC, GC, GC/MS, FTIR, Titrator, Particle Size Analyzer · Write technical reports to document analytical methods · Maintain laboratory notebooks documenting work · Maintain compliance with GMP SOPs and DEA regulations · Transfer documented analytical methods to the QC and Process Support Group departments · Set up new or existing analytical methods for compound identification, purity and potency testing.
· Coordinate off-site testing as necessary · Conduct testing of analytical samples for the Chemical Development Department as needed.
· Qualify reference materials.
· May also perform other duties as required.
$85k-114k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Senior Food Scientist
Sunopta 4.6
Senior principal scientist job in Eden Prairie, MN
This position supports SunOpta's commercial growth by developing new products and optimizing existing offerings to meet evolving customer requirements. The incumbent will work cross-functionally with Business Management, FSQ, Sales, Operations, and Supply Chain to drive innovation, cost efficiency, and key business initiatives. Responsibilities include ensuring timely delivery of product development and improvement projects, while providing expert R\&D guidance to cross-functional teams.
Essential Functions of the Job:
• Communicate, collaborate and provide technical support to Business Management, Sales, FSQ, and Manufacturing.
• Develop products from concept to production to meet customer specifications and needs.
• Responsibilities include product formulation, ingredient sourcing & validation (in cooperation with Procurement), bench top work, and scale up trials across the SunOpta portfolio (plant-based and value-added beverages, barista products, plant- and animal-based broths, BFY fruit snacks).
• Ability to manage and complete multiple product development efforts within specified timelines.
• Develop products within cost parameters as required.
• Execute sensory and shelf-life evaluation as needed on new ingredients and finished products.
• Establish finished product specifications (formula, ingredients, nutrition, allergen labeling) on new products and update as needed.
• Provide product information and technical support to customers.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
• None
Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in food science (preferred), Chemistry, Biology, or related field.
• 5 years of industry experience in product development with relevant experience in non-dairy, dairy, functional beverages, aseptic beverages, or fruit snacks highly desirable.
• Knowledge of regulatory, organic, non-GMO and kosher requirements.
• Computer proficiency in Windows based programs including MS Word, Outlook and MS Excel.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Master's degree in food science (preferred), Chemistry, Biology, or related field.
• Manufacturing/production startup experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Genesis Nutritional programs a plus.
Knowledge and Skills:
• Candidate must possess a strong working knowledge of Food preparation.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing practices is beneficial.
• Outstanding verbal, written, multi-tasking and presentation skills.
• Ability to create momentum and drive excellence.
Additional Considerations:
• Travel Expectation: Up to 25%.
• This position will be at the SunOpta Corporate Office in Eden Prairie, MN.
• Relocation or international remote working arrangements (outside of the US) will not be considered.
Work Environment/Physical Demands:
Approximately 75% of the work is performed in an office environment. 25% of work may involve being in the agricultural or manufacturing environment.
Featured benefits
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid Family leave
Paid maternity leave
401(k) with Match
Voluntary Life, Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital indemnity
Paid Holidays
Tuition assistance
Short-term and Long-term Disability insurance
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.
$43k-63k yearly est. 8d ago
Associate Scientist I
Eurofins USA Genomic Services
Senior principal scientist job in River Falls, WI
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 works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.
Eurofins is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. Eurofins 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. The Group also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.
In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 55,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 50 countries. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.
Job Description
Eurofins BioDiagnostics, Inc. is a leading provider of seed testing services including seed and plant genetic and health services to the seed industry with customers worldwide. Eurofins BioDiagnostics uses state-of-the-art DNA, protein, phenotyping and analytical chemistry-based technologies to help customers reduce time to market and produce high quality seed.
Eurofins BioDiagnostics, Inc. (EBDI) is seeking an energetic and creative Molecular Biologist/Geneticist to contribute to the high throughput genotyping services at EBDI especially in relation to the plant and animal breeding market. The scientist will conduct operational tasks and data analysis related to the high throughput PCR genotyping services offered by EBDI. Familiarity and experience with PCR genotyping platforms, workflows, data scoring and DNA extraction would be required for this position. The goal is to make sure the day-to-day genotyping services are performed appropriately, accurately, and in a timely fashion.
The responsibility of the Molecular breeding and Genomics Technology (MBGT) Laboratory Scientist is to support the MBGT lab manager and other supervisors in the lab in conducting all phases of DNA-based analysis of plant and animal samples. Specific responsibilities may include some or all of the following: preparation of paperwork, preparation samples, extraction of DNA, implementation of qualitative and quantitative PCR-based assays, analysis of PCR-products by agarose gel electrophoresis and fluorescence-based detection, digital imaging of gels, preparation of libraries, and genotyping of SNPs utilizing Array Tape Platform. Responsibilities may also include analyzing and formatting the data generated by these platforms.
Qualifications
Required - A Bachelor of Science in a field related to Agriculture, Biology or Genetics is required. Relevant work experience may replace some education.
Experience with DNA extraction, PCR Genotyping platforms, workflows, data scoring and reporting will be required
Experience with SNP based genotyping using Array Tape Platform would be preferred.
Experience with high throughput DNA extraction methods and automated liquid handlers is highly recommended
Experience with end point and real time PCR methods and data analysis highly recommended
Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
Additional Information
Schedule:
Regular Shift: 8:00am-4:30pm
Early Shift: 6:00am-2:30pm
What we offer:
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 Genomic Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
How much does a senior principal scientist earn in Blaine, MN?
The average senior principal scientist in Blaine, MN earns between $67,000 and $133,000 annually. This compares to the national average senior principal scientist range of $83,000 to $169,000.
Average senior principal scientist salary in Blaine, MN