Analytical Method Development Scientist
Senior scientist job in Rock Hill, SC
Familiarity with laboratory instrumentation, including FTIR, HPLC, ICP, GC, UV-Vis, LC-MS, GC-MS, ICP-MS, and HPTLC.
Experience in analytical method validation and development
Are you looking to make a career change to a rapidly growing company? This exciting opportunity offers a competitive salary plus an excellent benefits package including medical insurance, dental insurance and paid PTO. Does this position match your future career goals? Then this opportunity could be the right fit for you
Compensation
Full benefits package
Competitive salary
Education and Experience Requirements:
Master's degree in Chemistry ,Biochemistry, Biotechnology or related field.
Must have prior experience working in the Pharmaceutical industry, using analytical techniques including HPLC and GC as well as experience with Method Development and Validation of these techniques.
Troubleshoots equipment
Expertise in developing analytical methods for chromatographic, spectroscopic, titrimetric, and wet chemistry analyses.
Strong understanding of routine laboratory operations.
Strong knowledge of analytical method development strategies and specification setting for raw materials and finished products.
Familiarity with laboratory instrumentation, including FTIR, HPLC, ICP, GC, UV-Vis, LC-MS, GC-MS, ICP-MS, and HPTLC.
Experience with Method development and Method validation
Coordinates equipment qualification and calibration.
Maintains a clean and safe working environment.
Must have knowledge of cGMPs, Quality Concepts, and Microsoft Office.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in MS Office.
Strong attention to detail.
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Analytical Scientist
Senior scientist job in Rock Hill, SC
Judge Direct Placement is searching for an Analytical Chemist for a client in South Carolina. The Analytical Scientist independently develops, validates, and optimizes analytical methods, leads method development projects, and mentors team members. This role ensures timely completion of projects, technical reports, and compliance with regulatory standards.
Responsibilities:
Analytical Testing: Perform Quality Release, Special Request, and Stability testing using SOPs, compendial, or developmental methods. Review contract lab results for compliance.
Instrumentation & Software: Troubleshoot HPLC, GC, ICP-MS/OES, LC-MS/MS; proficient in Empower, Tiamo, MassHunter, MassLynx.
Mentorship & Teamwork: Train and mentor junior chemists; lead optimization of analytical methods; adapt to changing priorities.
Safety Compliance: Maintain a safe work environment; manage hazardous waste per RCRA/SCDHEC; ensure instrument calibration.
General Duties: Plan and coordinate analytical activities; collaborate with cross-functional teams; maintain ISO 17025 competency; stay current with scientific trends.
Requirements:
Bachelor's in Chemistry with 7 years of relevant experience OR Master's/Ph.D. in Chemistry with 5 years
5-7 years of analytical method development in cGMP environment.
Expertise in complex nutraceutical matrices and botanical compound characterization.
Strong troubleshooting skills for HPLC and GC.
Proficiency in Empower software (mandatory).
Knowledge of FDA, ICH guidelines, ISO 17025 accreditation.
Research Scientist
Senior scientist job in Columbia, SC
Meta Platforms, Inc. (Meta), formerly known as Facebook Inc., builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps and services like Messenger, Instagram, and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. To apply, click "Apply to Job" online on this web page.
**Required Skills:**
Research Scientist Responsibilities:
1. Perform research and develop solutions to computer software and computer hardware problems.
2. Research, design, and develop new optimization algorithms and techniques to improve the efficiency and performance of Meta's platforms.
3. Design and implement large-scale distributed software systems to serve large numbers of complex requests simultaneously and without failure.
4. Utilize technical research background, train new ranking models, and run experiments.
5. Create tools for migrating large bodies of user data across systems for new products, scalability efforts, and development of new core infrastructure.
6. Use machine learning, statistics, or other data techniques to build algorithms.
7. Suggest, collect, and synthesize system requirements from stakeholders and create effective feature roadmaps.
8. Analyze and resolve computer challenges from a system engineering standpoint.
9. Work on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors.
10. Demonstrate good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
11. Telecommuting is permitted from anywhere in the U.S.
**Minimum Qualifications:**
Minimum Qualifications:
12. Requires Doctorate Degree (or foreign equivalent) Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Analytics, Statistics, Mathematics, Physics, Applied Sciences, or a related field
13. Requires completion of a graduate-level course, research project, or internship involving the following:
14. 1. Solving analytical problems using quantitative approaches
15. 2. Communicating complex research in a clear, precise, and actionable manner
16. 3. Research in topics closely related to machine learning, NLP, recommendation systems, pattern recognition, signal processing, data mining, artificial intelligence, information retrieval, or computer vision
17. 4. Performing research that enables learning the semantics of data (images, video, text, audio, or other modalities) and advances the technology of intelligent machines
18. 5. Adapting standard machine learning methods to best enterprise modern parallel environments: distributed clusters, multicore SMP, or GPU
19. 6. Developing highly scalable classifiers and tools leveraging machine learning, statistics, regression, rules-based models, or mathematical models
20. 7. Java, C++, Perl, PHP, or Python
**Public Compensation:**
$213,512/year to $240,240/year + bonus + equity + benefits
**Industry:** Internet
**Equal Opportunity:**
Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@fb.com.
Senior Applied AI Scientist
Senior scientist job in Columbia, SC
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. Simply put - we power the future.
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.
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.
Research Scientist I
Senior scientist job in North Charleston, SC
As the Research Scientist I, you will be involved with the development of new technologies and product offerings for Specialty Agriculture and Ornamental Horticulture market channels. You will be a key contributor on complex R&D projects. In addition, you will conduct independent research, lead small project teams, and frequently collaborate with Manufacturing and Quality.
This position reports to the North American R&D Senior Manager but can receive guidance from other Senior Scientists within the R&D department.
I'm interested! What will I get to do in this position?
* Serve as a subject matter expert for product formulations, standard operational procedures, and raw materials for a variety of controlled-release fertilizers and water-soluble fertilizers. With knowledge acquisition, responsibilities can expand to agricultural surfactants and plant protection products.
* Create protocols and execute research trials to evaluate and qualify new raw materials or assess various alternative product formulation blends. Will use knowledge of materials to ensure compatibility and stability of final product blends.
* Conduct experiments on lab and pilot-scale production equipment. Identify creative ways to simulate production on a lab or pilot-scale.
* Identify and source new equipment to be used for research purposes.
* Partner with operations to identify opportunities for cost savings and quality improvements.
* Assist operations with troubleshooting processing and formulation issues.
* Develop or improve analytical methods for evaluating products and materials.
* Assist in the generation of intellectual property.
* Maintain awareness of emerging scientific and regulatory trends.
* Train entry level R&D staff. Supervise and mentor Co-Op and Intern students working in the department.
What skills and experience do I need to be successful in this role?
* Project management skills: organizing and executing work efficiently against a timeline and budget.
* Experimental design skills: create a set of procedures to systematically test relationships.
* Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse set of departmental functions, build a consensus and overcome obstacles.
* Excellent communication skills; able to present data and information in clear and concise manner to both technical and non-technical audiences.
* Experience performing patent and technical literature searches.
* Minimum educational requirement is a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Material Science, or related field.
* 2 years laboratory experience preferred.
* Creativity to resolve complex problems and for new product ideation.
* Occasional domestic and international travel will be required. Frequency of travel is driven by project and/or business needs.
* Physical requirements of the job are those common to working in a laboratory, pilot production facility and in field / greenhouse research plots. Must be able to wear necessary personal protective equipment as required.
What will set me apart?
* Prior experience with fertilizer coating (polymer) chemistry.
* 4 years of laboratory experience.
* Detailed knowledge of analytical instruments and methods commonly used in polymer science applications.
* Familiarity with common chemical processing equipment and instrumentation such as pumps, valves, actuators, static mixers, agitators, flow meters, pressure gauges, and classifiers.
* Prior experience with capital equipment purchasing.
* Demonstrated ability to make informed decisions of a complex nature.
* Master's degree or Ph.D in Chemistry, Material Science, or other relevant scientific field.
Compensation at ICL: If you are hired at ICL, your final base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience. We also offer a generous benefits package (more information on benefits listed below).
Salary Range: $72,000 - $99,000
Annual Bonus Target: 5%, subject to plan provisions.
We've Got You Covered
ICL is committed to offering you a comprehensive set of benefits to empower you and your family physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially. The benefits we offer to our diverse and inclusive workforce include:
* Competitive base pay and performance bonus
* Medical, dental, vision, and life benefits that start quickly - the first of the month after hire. Wellness Incentive Program to lower your health insurance cost
* Inclusive benefits for growing families, covering fertility, adoption, and parental leave
* Generous Leave and FMLA policies
* Tax-advantaged health savings and spending accounts (when applicable)
* Prescription program that provides most generic maintenance medications at no cost (including Insulin products)
* 401k eligibility from day one of employment with a generous company matching contribution. 100% vested after one year of service
* Crisis assistance available to support employees during unforeseen circumstances
* Employee Assistance Program that includes comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members
* Student Loan Assistance
* Business travel reward points are eligible for personal use
* Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group's (ERG) participation
* Free membership to a program that offers various discounts for travel, entertainment, groceries, and much more
To learn more, visit: ***************************************
ICL will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 (including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
Who is ICL?
ICL Group is a leading global specialty minerals company, which creates impactful solutions for humanity's sustainability challenges in the food, agriculture and industrial markets. ICL leverages its unique bromine, potash and phosphate resources, its global professional workforce, and its sustainability focused R&D and technological innovation capabilities, to drive the company's growth across its end markets. Our agricultural products feed the world's growing population, our food additives enable greater access to higher quality food, our potash and phosphate products are essential components for the pharma industry and our bromine-based materials and phosphates contribute to a more energy efficient and environmentally friendly planet. ICL benefits from its advantageous size, geographical spread, and operational flexibility. With a culture based upon leadership, innovation, and sustainability, ICL is well positioned to be an Employer of Choice within the communities in which we operate. ICL shares are dual listed on the New York Stock Exchange and the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (NYSE and TASE: ICL). The company employs more than 12,500 people worldwide, and its 2023 revenues totaled approximately $7.5 billion. To learn more about ICL, visit the company's global website ******************
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Staff Applied Scientist (Causal Inference)
Senior scientist job in Columbia, SC
Ready to be pushed beyond what you think you're capable of? At Coinbase, our mission is to increase economic freedom in the world. It's a massive, ambitious opportunity that demands the best of us, every day, as we build the emerging onchain platform - and with it, the future global financial system.
To achieve our mission, we're seeking a very specific candidate. We want someone who is passionate about our mission and who believes in the power of crypto and blockchain technology to update the financial system. We want someone who is eager to leave their mark on the world, who relishes the pressure and privilege of working with high caliber colleagues, and who actively seeks feedback to keep leveling up. We want someone who will run towards, not away from, solving the company's hardest problems.
Our ******************************** is intense and isn't for everyone. But if you want to build the future alongside others who excel in their disciplines and expect the same from you, there's no better place to be.
While many roles at Coinbase are remote-first, we are not remote-only. In-person participation is required throughout the year. Team and company-wide offsites are held multiple times annually to foster collaboration, connection, and alignment. Attendance is expected and fully supported.
As an Applied Scientist sitting within our Data Science organization, you will be responsible for building cutting edge models to navigate critical tradeoffs to drive business value.
*What You'll Be Doing (ie. Job Duties)*
* Develop and* deploy robust causal inference models* to quantify the holistic business impact of new product launches (e.g. PSM, Double ML)
* Act as a leader to establish *standards for measurement* for new product and feature launches
* Provide *technical mentorship* for other members of the data science organization
* Act as a *thought partner* for senior leadership to help guide our product development process
*What We Look For In You:*
* PhD or Master's degree in a quantitative field such as Economics, Statistics with 8+ years of distinguished industry experience
* Strong proficiency in SQL, Python, R, or other programming languages used for data analysis and statistical modeling
* Deep theoretical and applied expertise in a wide range of quasi-experimental methods
* A track record of influencing business and product strategy through data-driven, causal insights, and a proven ability to translate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
* Demonstration of our core cultural values: clear communication, positive energy, continuous learning, and efficient execution.
*Nice to Haves:*
* Experience in the fintech or crypto industries.
* Specific experience working pricing models, marketing attribution, or customer LTV modeling.
* Familiarity with the unique opportunities and challenges of crypto businesses and blockchain data.
Disclaimer: Applying for a specific role does not guarantee consideration for that exact position. Leveling and team matching are assessed throughout the interview process.
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*Pay Transparency Notice:* Depending on your work location, the target annual salary for this position can range as detailed below. Full time offers from Coinbase also include bonus eligibility + equity eligibility**+ benefits (including medical, dental, vision and 401(k)).
Pay Range:
$207,485-$275,000 USD
Please be advised that each candidate may submit a maximum of four applications within any 30-day period. We encourage you to carefully evaluate how your skills and interests align with Coinbase's roles before applying.
Commitment to Equal Opportunity
Coinbase is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation or any other basis protected by applicable law. Coinbase will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. For US applicants, you may view the *********************************************** in certain locations, as required by law.
Coinbase is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at accommodations***********************************
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Depending on your location, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) may regulate the way we manage the data of job applicants. Our full notice outlining how data will be processed as part of the application procedure for applicable locations is available ********************************************************** By submitting your application, you are agreeing to our use and processing of your data as required.
*AI Disclosure*
For select roles, Coinbase is piloting an AI tool based on machine learning technologies to conduct initial screening interviews to qualified applicants. The tool simulates realistic interview scenarios and engages in dynamic conversation. A human recruiter will review your interview responses, provided in the form of a voice recording and/or transcript, to assess them against the qualifications and characteristics outlined in the job description.
For select roles, Coinbase is also piloting an AI interview intelligence platform to transcribe and summarize interview notes, allowing our interviewers to fully focus on you as the candidate.
*The above pilots are for testing purposes and Coinbase will not use AI to make decisions impacting employment*. To request a reasonable accommodation due to disability, please contact accommodations[at]coinbase.com
Analytical Scientist
Senior scientist job in Lancaster, SC
The Analytical Scientist III plays a key role in developing, validating, and optimizing analytical methods independently. This position leads method development initiatives, ensures timely completion of projects, and provides technical oversight through report reviews and regular updates. The ideal candidate demonstrates urgency, initiative, and consistency in managing tasks and major projects.
Core Responsibilities
Analytical Testing
Support Quality Release testing, special requests, and stability studies for raw materials and finished products using SOPs, in-house methods, compendial standards, or methods under development.
Evaluate testing methodologies across various sample matrices and review results from contract labs to confirm compliance with agreed methods and parameters.
Instrumentation & Software
Troubleshoot analytical instruments including HPLC, GC, ICP-MS/OES, and LC-MS/MS.
Apply strong knowledge of experimental design, chemical principles, and instrumentation theory.
Proficient in laboratory software such as Empower, Tiamo, MassHunter, and MassLynx for chromatographic and spectroscopic analysis.
Mentorship & Collaboration
Actively mentor and train junior chemists in laboratory techniques and data interpretation.
Provide technical leadership in optimizing analytical methods for both marketed and developmental products.
Assist in onboarding and training new personnel following SOPs and established programs.
Safety Compliance
Maintain a safety-first approach, adhering to all safety protocols and regulatory requirements.
Manage hazardous waste in compliance with RCRA and SCDHEC regulations.
Ensure proper calibration and maintenance of laboratory instruments.
General Duties
Plan and coordinate analytical activities to ensure successful project execution.
Serve as a liaison for resolving product quality and technical issues.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Operations, Innovations, Marketing, etc.) to address quality and compliance concerns.
Develop and validate robust analytical methods for raw materials, finished products, and stability studies.
Execute method transfer protocols and maintain ISO 17025 competency.
Stay current with scientific advancements and act as a subject matter expert for the Quality department.
Skills
* FDA
* HPLC
* Analytical chemistry
* Wet chemistry
* Method validation
* Pharmaceutical method development
* UV/VIS
* FTIR
* Chromatography
* ICP
* GCMS
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
Ability to develop chromatographic, spectroscopic, titrimetric, and wet chemistry methods.
Skilled in troubleshooting laboratory instruments and interpreting complex data.
Advanced knowledge of instrumentation such as FTIR, HPLC, ICP, GC, UV-Vis, LC-MS/MS, GC-MS, ICP-MS/OES, and HPTLC.
Familiarity with botanical compound characterization and analytical column selection.
Strong understanding of sample preparation techniques and statistical analysis (DOE, trend analysis).
Thorough knowledge of FDA, ICH guidelines, and GMP/GLP compliance.
Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Chemistry with 7+ years of experience in method development and validation within a GMP environment; or Master's/Ph.D. with 5+ years of relevant experience.
Hands-on bench experience is required.
Experience Level
Expert Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Lancaster, SC.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $110000.00/yr.
Comprehensive Health Coverage: Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and their families.
Educational Assistance: Opportunities for training and professional development to support career growth.
Supportive Work Culture: A family-oriented environment that values faith, servant leadership, and collaboration.
Community Engagement: Volunteer opportunities and mission trips organized by the company to give back locally and internationally.
Employee Recognition & Perks: Birthday cards with gift cards, family days at the zoo, Thanksgiving dinners, and other thoughtful gestures.
Work-Life Balance: A culture that prioritizes employee well-being and fosters a positive, supportive atmosphere.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Lancaster,SC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Dec 12, 2025.
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.
BIOLOGICAL SCIENTIST (ENVIRONMENTAL)
Senior scientist job in Charleston, SC
Force Renewal Programs are designed to attract students & recent graduates with management/leadership potential to careers as Federal employees with the Air Force Civilian Service. This is accomplished by recruiting & selecting high-caliber candidates & training them to become competent, effective, & productive employees in a variety of career fields; providing training & developmental opportunities, & preparing them to successfully complete required training & developmental assignments.
Summary
Force Renewal Programs are designed to attract students & recent graduates with management/leadership potential to careers as Federal employees with the Air Force Civilian Service. This is accomplished by recruiting & selecting high-caliber candidates & training them to become competent, effective, & productive employees in a variety of career fields; providing training & developmental opportunities, & preparing them to successfully complete required training & developmental assignments.
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Open & closing dates
09/29/2025 to 09/28/2026
Salary $49,960 to - $99,314 per year Pay scale & grade GS 7 - 9
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Remote job No Telework eligible No Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Internships Work schedule Full-time Service Competitive
Promotion potential
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* 0401 General Natural Resources Management And Biological Sciences
Supervisory status No Security clearance Top Secret Drug test Yes Position sensitivity and risk Special-Sensitive (SS)/High Risk
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* Suitability/Fitness
Financial disclosure No Bargaining unit status No
Announcement number K-26-DHA-12807107-MDL Control number 846774300
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U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Students
Current students enrolled in an accredited high school, college or graduate institution.
Recent graduates
Individuals who have graduated from an accredited educational institute or certificate program within the last 2 years or 6 years for Veterans.
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This public notice is to gather applications that may or may not result in a referral or selection.
Duties
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* This is a formal AF intern position in the Recent Palace Acquire Program (PAQ) and, as such, it is centrally funded by HQ AFPC/DPZS.
GS-07
* Uses prescribed methods to perform specific, and limited work assignments that are normally minor phases of a broader assignment of a higher-grade professional.
* Assists in coordinating projects with engineers, biological scientists, physical scientists, and community planners.
* Complies with health, safety, and environmental rules and procedures and performs work in a manner that enhances the safety of the work environment.
GS-09
* Participates in providing environmental biological science support in assigned environmental projects through application of professional knowledge and skill in the biological sciences with emphasis on environmental practices, processes, and techniques.
* Responsible for executing assigned routine projects, in-house and by contract, to comply with all applicable Federal, state, and local environmental laws and policies.
* Assists in the development of curricula and training for assigned program areas.
* Complies with health, safety, and environmental rules and procedures and performs work that enhances the safety of the work environment.
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Conditions of employment
* This public notice is to gather applications that may or may not result in a referral or selection
* Please read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration
* U.S. Citizenship is required
* Males must be registered for Selective Service, see ***********
* Total salary varies depending on location of position
* PCS expenses if authorized will be paid IAW JTR and Air Force Regulations
* Recruitment incentives may be authorized
* This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
* Some position may be subject to drug testing
* Employee must maintain current certifications
* Disclosure of Political Appointments
* You will be required to serve a one year probationary period
* Some position under this announcement may require either a secret, top secret, or special sensitive clearance
Qualifications
* The CSA PAQ program requires a degree with overall GPA standing of 2.95 /3.0 or higher. All qualifications must be met prior to August 2026. This must be from an accredited college or university:
BASIC REQUIREMENTS for GS-7 and GS-9:
Degree: biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position.
You may qualify if you meet one of the following:
1. GS-7: You must have completed or will complete a 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's from an accredited institution AND must have documented Superior Academic Achievement (SAA) at the undergraduate level in the following:
a) Grade Point Average 2.95 or higher out of a possible 4.0 as recorded on your official transcript or as computed based on 4 years of education or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of curriculum; OR 3.45 or higher out of a possible 4.0 based on the average of the required courses completed in your major field or the required courses in your major field completed during the final 2 years of your curriculum.
2. GS-9: You must have completed 2 years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a master's degree or equivalent graduate degree:
a) Grade Point Average - 2.95 or higher out of a possible 4.0 as recorded on your official transcript or as computed based on 4 years of education or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of curriculum; OR 3.45 or higher out of a possible 4.0 based on the average of the required courses completed in your major field or the required courses in your major field completed during the final 2 years of your curriculum. If more than 10 percent of total undergraduate credit hours are non-graded, i.e. pass/fail, CLEP, CCAF, DANTES, military credit, etc. you cannot qualify based on GPA.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
1. Professional knowledge of the biological sciences (environmental) concepts and principles and standard practices, methods, and techniques to perform, following specific instructions, routine projects or minor phases of a larger and more complex project.
2. Knowledge to study environmental problems requiring investigation of unsanitary or questionable conditions in assigned projects (See Environmental Program Checklist).
3. Basic knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and other guidance to make recommendations concerning assigned restoration, compliance, conservation, pollution prevention, and/or integration principles and practices.
4. Ability to search technical reports, manufacturers' catalogs, and other guidelines to obtain information.
5. Ability to work cooperatively as a team member in the design of environmental systems.
6. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy.
PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education
This position has an education requirement. You MUST provide transcripts to support your educational claims. Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. **************************************************
Please submit copies of all Transcripts to include Transferred hours - Official copies are not required at time of application. If selected, you will be required to provide official copies of all Transcripts. *NOTE*Degree Audits are not accepted.
If you qualify based on undergraduate education and you have not graduated prior to applying to this position. You may be offered a position contingent upon your final grade point average or class ranking.
IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: You MUST provide transcripts to support your educational claims. Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
Additional information
For DHA Positions: These positions are being filled under Direct-Hire Authority for the Department of Defense for Post-Secondary Students and Recent Graduates. The Secretary of the Air Force has delegated authority by the Office of the Secretary of Defense to directly appoint qualified post-secondary students and recent graduates directly into competitive service positions; these positions may be professional or administrative occupations and are located Air Force-Wide.
Positions may be filled as permanent or term with a full-time or part-time work schedule.
Pay will vary by geographic location.
* The term "Current post-secondary student" means a person who is currently enrolled in, and in good academic standing at a full-time program at an institution of higher education; and is making satisfactory progress toward receipt of a baccalaureate or graduate degree; and has completed at least one year of the program.
* The term "recent graduate" means a person who was awarded a degree by an institution of higher education not more than two years before the date of the appointment of such person, except in the case of a person who has completed a period of obligated service in a uniform service of more than four years.
Selective Service: Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. For additional information, click here.
Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here.
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You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
For DHA Positions:
These positions are being filled under Direct-Hire Authority for the DoD for Post-Secondary Students and Recent Graduates. The Secretary of the Air Force has delegated authority by the Office of the Secretary of Defense to directly appoint qualified students and recent graduates directly into competitive service positions; positions may be professional or administrative occupations and located Air Force-Wide. Positions may be filled as permanent/term with a full-time/part-time work schedule. Pay will vary by geographic location.
* The term "Current post-secondary student" means a person who is currently enrolled and in good academic standing at a full-time program at an institution of higher education; and is progressing toward a baccalaureate or graduate degree; and has completed at least 1 year of the program.
* The term "recent graduate" means a person awarded a degree by an institution of higher education not more than 2 years before the date of the appointment of such person, except in the case of a person who has completed a period of obligated service in a uniform service of more than 4 years.
Your latest resume will be used to determine your qualifications.
Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.
Your responses to the questionnaire may be compared to the documents you submit. The documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job.
Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.
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Senior Application Scientist
Senior scientist job in Mount Pleasant, SC
Under minimal supervision, the Senior Application Scientist serves as a technical expert in the formulation, application, and optimization of natural colors across diverse food and beverage systems. This role provides high-level technical guidance, drives complex development projects, and partners with commercial and global innovation teams to deliver customer-focused solu-tions. The Senior Application Scientist is a key contributor to strategic growth initiatives, custom-er success, and cross-functional technical excellence within Oterra.
Principal Duties And Responsibilities:
• Leads complex, multi-phase application projects, ensuring timely execution, technical accu-racy, and alignment with customer and business objectives.
• Serves as a senior technical advisor to U.S. and global customers, providing expert-level guidance on the use, stability, processing, and performance of Oterra's natural color portfolio.
• Delivers on-site customer support at both laboratory and production-plant levels, including troubleshooting, scale-up support, and commercialization assistance.
• Partners strategically with Account Managers to retain and grow key business, identify tech-nical opportunities, influence customer decision-making, and support long-term commercial relationships.
• Champions safety practices, modeling and reinforcing safe laboratory behavior and compli-ance with all corporate and regulatory guidelines.
• Develops advanced technical presentations, demonstrations, and training materials for in-ternal teams, customers, and industry events.
• Conducts sophisticated analytical testing-including colorimetric evaluations, formulation trials, and stability assessments-to support data-driven decisions and customer recom-mendations.
• Provides high-quality technical documentation, including project plans, experimental results, and formal technical reports for internal stakeholders and customer use.
• Maintains and enhances relevant technical databases, ensuring data integrity, traceability, and efficient knowledge-sharing.
• Authors, updates, and enforces technical SOPs, best practices, and standardized testing pro-tocols.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams-R&D, Product Management, Marketing, Opera-tions, Quality, and Regulatory-to support new product development, application guidelines, and optimized customer solutions.
• Supports sample preparation activities as required, particularly for high-priority customer or innovation projects.
• Mentors junior scientists and technicians, providing guidance on experimental design, tech-nical problem-solving, and best practices in application science.
• Participates in strategic initiatives that shape Oterra's future product roadmap, application capabilities, and customer experience.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
1. MS or PhD in Food Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline; or a BS degree with significant relevant experience.
2. Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in food and beverage formulation, product develop-ment, application science, or a related technical field.
3. Deep understanding of food and beverage processing across multiple application categories (e.g., beverages, dairy, snacks, confectionery, prepared foods).
4. Exceptional color discrimination and visual acuity; strong ability to evaluate color in a wide range of application systems. (Color vision testing required.)
5. Advanced technical communication skills, with the ability to present complex concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
6. Strong analytical skills with the ability to design experiments, interpret data, draw conclu-sions, and communicate actionable insights.
7. Proven ability to lead projects independently while collaborating effectively in cross-functional and global environments.
8. Customer-centric mindset with the ability to build strong relationships and influence tech-nical decisions.
9. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
10. Proficiency with laboratory equipment, formulation tools, colorimetry, and digital documen-tation systems.
Working Conditions:
Working environment is generally favorable and in an office setting Lighting, temperature and noise levels are adequate. Generally sedentary work but may require standing and walking for up to 25% of work time. On-call work may be required. PPE is required when working in the laboratory. This includes a lab coat, and if necessary, safety glasses, dust mask or gloves. When working in the production plant, a hair/beard net, safety glasses and safety shoes are required and GLP/GMP guidelines must be followed. This role is onsite 5 days a week in Mount Pleasant, WI.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk, hear, use hands to finger, handle or touch objects, keyboard and occasionally lift up to 25 lbs. Occasional-ly required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
UNIV - Staff Scientist I - Department of Neurosciences
Senior scientist job in Charleston, SC
The Staff Scientist I conducts advanced in vivo and ex vivo neuroscience research focused on alcohol-related changes in neural and astrocyte function. This role performs stereotaxic surgeries, patch-clamp electrophysiology, optogenetic/chemogenetic behavioral studies, and fiber photometry in mouse models. The position is also responsible for analyzing complex datasets using specialized software and preparing publication-quality figures, manuscripts, abstracts, and presentations. In addition, the Staff Scientist I leads and supports laboratory personnel and contributes to scientific planning and data interpretation for ongoing research projects.
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Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Research Grant
Cost Center
CC000984 COM NEURO RES Operations CC
Pay Rate Type
Salary
Pay Grade
University-00
Pay Range
0.00 - 0.00 - 0.000
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Work Shift
Job Duties:
25% - Perform ex vivo electrophysiology recordings using brain slices prepared from control and alcohol exposed mice. Experiments use patch-clamp electrophysiology and optogenetics to measure alcohol-induced changes in intrinsic excitability, excitatory and inhibitory synaptic transmission and plasticity and responsiveness of astrocytes to various modulators.
25% - Lead laboratory staff in behavioral studies of alcohol drinking in mice expressing chemogenetic and optogenetic constructs. These involve both homecage models of drinking and those using operant self-administration and are combined with fiber photometry recording of the activity of neurons and astrocytes.
20% - Perform stereotaxic surgeries on mice in preparation for in vivo behavioral and fiber photometry experiments and ex vivo slice electrophysiology experiments. The surgeries include fiber cannula implantation and injection of fluorescent retrobeads and/or viral constructs. This requires both fine-motor skills, knowledge of the anatomy of the mouse nervous system and prior expertise in stereotaxic brain surgery.
15% - Analyze the behavioral, electrophysiological and photometry data using specialized software (e.g. Med-Associates, Axograph, Synapse, Matlab) and perform statistical analysis using commercially available programs (e.g. Graphpad Prism, SPSS). Prepare summaries of experimental data for discussion at lab meetings with PI and staff.
15% - Prepare initial versions of manuscripts, abstracts and progress reports that include publication-quality figures, detailed experimental methods and drafts of the introduction, results and discussion sections. Prepare posters for presentation at national and international meetings.
Additional Job Description
Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work in all cold temperature extremes, i.e. spot coolers. (Frequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 30 lbs., unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 30 lbs., from floor level to height of 72 inches, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 30 lbs., from height of 72 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 50 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift and carry objects up to 30 lbs. a distance of five (5) floors and to outlying buildings. (Frequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use, initially and annually. Ability to work alone in isolated areas, such as darkrooms. (Frequent)
Additional New Requirements: Ability to obtain and maintain a valid drivers license. Computer literacy. Ability to work rotating shifts as required. Ability to work overtime as required. Ability to learn and use new processes, tools and equipment as required.
If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!
The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.
Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: ***************************************
Scientist II
Senior scientist job in North Augusta, SC
The Scientist II should be a highly motivated individual with a minimum of 2+ years of experience in industrial R&D, polymer chemistry, or new product development. The Scientist II will have to be able to work independently to effectively support and advance research programs as directed by the Principal Investigator or Fellow. The Scientist II will be responsible for conducting practical experiments in chemical synthesis, polymer chemistry, and materials science to elucidate the functions and properties delivered by Halocarbon products and developmental product concepts. The Scientist II should have a proven track-record of being able to identify the scope and limitations of synthetic and production processes to safely and effectively develop products from gram-scale to multi-kilogram scale. The role will require the Scientist II to perform literature, patent, and competitive product analyses as needed to carry out his/her job safely, effectively, and reproducibly. This individual will be a valued member of the R&D team, and will be expected to provide status-updates, research reports, and general guidance based upon the learnings he/she develops from practical experimentation
Duties & Responsibilities
Research and Development
Work with Principal Investigator to plan and prioritize experiments
Conduct practical experiments (bench chemistry) to support and advance research plans
Collect data and create reports/updates with recommendations to advance research plans in a timely manner
Maintain laboratory notebooks and other records as required
Provide suggestions, feedback, recommendations to modify/re-direct research plans based upon data
Laboratory Safety and Upkeep
Participate in PHAs
Maintain housekeeping to the established standard which provides a safe and efficient work environment
Maintain analytical equipment to reliable performance and visibly pleasing standards
Analytical Ability/Problem Solving/Technical skills
Experience with handling all lab equipment in a safe and responsible manner
Able to use statistical methods to analyze data desired
Organize/analyze generated data and prepare recommendations based on project requirements •
Trouble shooting and mechanical skills
Computer knowledge required including proficiency with Microsoft Office, ChemDraw, SciFinder, PatSnap, etc.
Level of Supervision Needed
Accountable for completing assigned projects safely in a timely manner
Responsible for maintaining all necessary documentation in an orderly and legible manner
Requirements
Education and/or Experience
Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in Chemistry (organic, polymer, materials science)
2+ years of laboratory experience in an industrial setting
Ability to use and interpret data from analytical equipment is a must (HPLC, GC, MS, NMR, IR, etc.)
Prior experience in product development is preferred
Experience and exposure to product commercialization a plus
Preferred experience in various polymer synthetic methodologies
Experienced in the development of novel polymers and polymerization processes, with a strong ability to effectively communicate results to cross-functional teams
Safety & Essential Functions
Adhere to plant/laboratory safety requirements
Must be able to handle hazardous chemicals
Must be able to use all available or assigned personal protective equipment and tools
Must be able to climb and descend stairs and ladders
Must have good written/verbal communication skills and good documentation practices
Able to multi-task safely
*Halocarbon is an equal opportunity employer.
Associate Scientist: Stability and Batch Release
Senior scientist job in Columbia, SC
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 BPT-Columbia is looking for an Associate Scientist to join our Stability and Batch Release team located in Columbia, Missouri. The Associate Scientist position is an entry-level professional position involved in somewhat complex day-to-day activities in a laboratory setting under prescribed processes (protocols, standard operating procedures, methods, etc.). Responsibilities include completing work for research and development under CGMP and/or GLP guidelines for studies, documentation, etc. Assisting in conducting, monitoring and reporting studies to ensure data accuracy and report quality. Providing somewhat complex analytical work on projects and studies using a range of analytical techniques and instruments. Working with increasing independence on studies and assignments.
The ideal candidate would possess:
* Experience with GLP and/or GMP and hands-on experience with HPLC and/or GC desirable.
* Experience with LIMS system desirable.
* Familiarity and/or experience in a laboratory setting is required.
* Good organizational skills; ability to follow direction and good communication skills are required.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in relevant field such as chemistry, biochemistry, biology, chemical engineering, pharmaceutical sciences, or other directly related field or degree with comparable coursework in the above areas is required.
* Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.
Additional Information
Position is full-time, Monday-Friday, 8am - 4:30 pm., with overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Columbia, MO are encouraged to apply.
We offer excellent full-time benefits including:
* comprehensive medical coverage,
* life and disability insurance,
* 401(k) with company match,
* paid holidays and vacation,
* dental and vision options.
To learn more about Eurofins, please explore our website ****************** .
Eurofins USA BioPharma Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Technical Services Scientist
Senior scientist job in Greenville, SC
To provide expertise in the process development; scale-up and product transfer functions related to manufacturing operations at PAI Duties and Responsibilities: * This position is considered full time (40 hours a week on average, sometimes more) position. Follows all policies, procedures, SOPs, cGMPs, Work Instructions, and supervisor instructions. This duty is performed daily, about 100% of the time.
* To provide overall support in the safe and compliant manufacture of commercial pharmaceutical products. This duty is performed daily, about 100% of the time.
* Define and assist in the development of manufacturing processes of pharmaceutical products. This includes process scale-up, product transfer, new product development and existing product and process improvement. This duty is performed weekly, about 50% of the time.
* Troubleshoot process and procedural issues during the manufacturing operations. This duty is performed weekly, about 50% of the time.
* Generate, edit and issue master batch documentation (MBRs) for process, equipment and cleaning activities. This duty is performed weekly, about 30% of the time.
* Investigate deviations and variances in both manufacturing and packaging. Generate deviation reports and identify long term corrective and preventative actions. Assure implementation of such solutions in a timely manner. This duty is performed weekly, about 30% of the time.
* Lead and assist in all technical process enhancements and ancillary activities such as but not limited to: Process and equipment validation, implementation of new equipment, changes to existing manufacturing process, etc. This duty is performed weekly, about 30% of the time.
* Lead and assist in demonstration/scale up/pilot batch manufacture, engineering studies, equipment upgrades, etc. This duty is performed weekly, about 30% of the time.
* Identify and suggest process, equipment and efficiency improvements in the operational area. This duty is performed weekly, about 20% of the time.
* Prepare and present training presentations for technical training of operations personnel. This duty is performed weekly, about 20% of the time.
* Review executed batch documentation as needed. This duty is performed weekly, about 10% of the time.
* Work in multi-functional teams (Validation, QA, QC, SCM) to enhance and facilitate overall operational success. This duty is performed weekly, about 50% of the time.
* Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Education and Experience:
Four year technical degree (I.E. bachelors) or equivalent experience required. In such fields such as engineering, science (Chemistry, Biology), etc, plus 7 years Pharmaceutical manufacturing experience and/or training. Or equivalent combination of education and experience. Oral liquid pharmaceutical experience preferred.
Communication Skills:
Ability to read, analyze, and understand common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents; Ability to respond to complex or difficult inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
Mathematical Skills:
Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations. Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.
Critical Thinking Skills:
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
About PAI Pharma
PAI offers a broad portfolio of more than 60 prescription and over-the-counter therapies to treat patients. Some of our core strengths include brain, immune, metabolic and digestive health. For the OTC market, we provide a wide variety of affordable medications to treat allergies and upper respiratory symptoms, minor aches and pains, constipation and more.
To meet the unique needs of retail chains and independent pharmacies, hospitals, long-term care facilities and government agencies, PAI offers standard bottle packaging and ready-to-dispense packaging. In fact, PAI was the first independent manufacturer to develop vertically-integrated unit dose (UD) packaging, and the first to offer complete lines of hard-to-find liquid products in both out-patient and UD packaging.
Additional Information:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. PAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, PAI will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
PAI uses E-Verify.
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Actinide Scientist, Intermediate
Senior scientist job in Aiken, SC
Savannah River National Laboratory's (SRNL) Global Security Directorate is seeking an Actinide Scientist with an established reputation in the field of actinide science/engineering and interest in advancing SRNL's mission areas in actinide science, nuclear material processing, and nuclear non-proliferation.
Minimum Qualifications:
BS + 4-6 yrs; MS + 3-5 yrs; PhD + 2-4 yrs
Degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, or equivalent relevant field is required
For ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, US Citizenship is Legally Required
Preferred Qualifications:
MS or PhD is preferred
Consideration will also be given to candidates that develop or support programs that oversee and develop scope for multi-laboratory programs.
The selected candidate will have the following responsibilities:
Work on projects for NNSA supported programs within the offices of NA-22, -23, and -24 and provide technical support for SRS nuclear processing facilities.
Apply chemical and engineering principles to solve problems/address challenges associated with: nuclear material/fuel dissolution; separations processes (e.g., solvent extraction, ion exchange, and pyro processing); actinide precipitation/finishing; and materials characterization.
R&D that may include development of new chemical processing flowsheets for the separation of actinide materials from fuels or targets; development of engineering data to support safe operation of nuclear material processing facilities; demonstration of chemical processes at an appropriate scale to address technical issues observed during existing operations.
Work with nuclear materials and perform or oversee work in radiological hoods, gloveboxes, and shielded cells.
The selected candidate is expected to support various programs and build and expand new programs complementary to their skill set.
Auto-ApplyAI Research Scientist, CoreML - Monetization AI
Senior scientist job in Columbia, SC
We are the Monetization Ranking AI Research organization, dedicated to delivering personalized ads that maximize both user utility and advertiser value. We focus on advancing AI and ML technologies for all aspects of Monetization, including ranking, retrieval, model architecture, and optimization. By consistently integrating cutting-edge AI/ML advancements, we help Meta's products achieve long-term goals and have contributed tens of billions in revenue. With our growing impact, we're seeking AI Research Scientists to join our team and drive SOTA research across the Monetization organization.
**Required Skills:**
AI Research Scientist, CoreML - Monetization AI Responsibilities:
1. Develop and implement large-scale model architectures, leveraging model scaling and transfer learning techniques
2. Prioritize training scalability and signal scaling to optimize model performance, efficiency, and reliability
3. Develop and apply NextGen sequence learning techniques to drive advancements in natural language processing and understanding
4. Design and implement generative modeling solutions for data augmentation
5. Research and develop graph-aware large language models
6. Develop and deploy AutoML pipelines
7. Apply Reinforcement Learning (RL) techniques, including long-term value optimization, RLHF, and RL4Reason
8. Use causal learning to identify and understand the cause and effect of relationships across data
9. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and optimize ML systems, leveraging expertise in hardware-software co-design, including quantization, compression, and resource-efficient AI, to drive performance improvements and efficiency gains
10. Develop and implement innovative solutions for data-related challenges, utilizing knowledge of semi/self-supervised learning, generative techniques, sampling, debiasing, domain adaptation, continual learning, data augmentation, cold-start, content understanding, and large language models
**Minimum Qualifications:**
Minimum Qualifications:
11. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience
12. Has obtained a PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or relevant technical field
13. Experience holding an industry, faculty, or government researcher position
14. Research experience in natural language processing, large language modeling, deep learning, reinforcement learning, recommendations, ranking, search, or related areas
15. Publications in machine learning, artificial intelligence, or related field
16. Programming experience in Python and hands-on experience with frameworks such as PyTorch
17. Must obtain work authorization in the country of employment at the time of hire and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment
**Preferred Qualifications:**
Preferred Qualifications:
18. Experience taking ideas from research to production.
19. First author publications at peer-reviewed AI conferences (e.g., NeurIPS, CVPR, ICML, ICLR, ICCV, and ACL).
20. Experience solving complex problems and comparing alternative solutions, tradeoffs, and different perspectives to determine a path forward.
**Public Compensation:**
$147,000/year to $208,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
**Industry:** Internet
**Equal Opportunity:**
Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@fb.com.
Senior Applied AI Scientist
Senior scientist job in Columbia, SC
**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. Simply put - we power the future.
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.
**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.
UNIV - Staff Scientist - College of Dental Medicine
Senior scientist job in Charleston, SC
The Senior Postdoctoral Staff Scientist will play a key leadership role in advancing ongoing research programs in musculoskeletal biology and tissue regeneration. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in bioinformatics, musculoskeletal histology, and molecular biology, combined with demonstrated ability to lead and mentor trainees in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment.
Entity
Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Research Grant
Cost Center
CC001139 CDM Pediatric Dentistry
Pay Rate Type
Salary
Pay Grade
University-00
Pay Range
0.00 - 0.00 - 0.000
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Work Shift
20%: Lead and conduct independent and collaborative research projects focused on musculoskeletal tissue development, regeneration, and disease modeling.
20%: Perform advanced bioinformatics analyses, including transcriptomic, single-cell, and spatial omics data interpretation to support mechanistic discoveries.
20%: Manage daily laboratory operations, including experimental design, data management, and compliance with institutional and safety protocols.
15%: Oversee and execute musculoskeletal histology, immunohistochemistry, and imaging studies to evaluate tissue architecture and cellular dynamics.
10%: Supervise and mentor PhD students, junior postdoctoral fellows, and research staff, fostering an inclusive, productive, and scientifically rigorous environment.
10%: Contribute to manuscript preparation, grant writing, and dissemination of findings at national and international meetings.
5%: Collaborate closely with clinical and engineering teams to integrate multi-scale biological and computational data.
Additional Job Description
Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work in all cold temperature extremes, i.e. spot coolers. (Frequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 30 lbs., unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 30 lbs., from floor level to height of 72 inches, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 30 lbs., from height of 72 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 50 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift and carry objects up to 30 lbs. a distance of five (5) floors and to outlying buildings. (Frequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use, initially and annually. Ability to work alone in isolated areas, such as darkrooms. (Frequent) Additional New Requirements: Ability to obtain and maintain a valid drivers license. Computer literacy. Ability to work rotating shifts as required. Ability to work overtime as required. Ability to learn and use new processes, tools and equipment as required.
If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!
The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.
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Scientist II: Stability and Batch Release
Senior scientist job in Columbia, SC
Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.
The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.
In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.
Job Description
Job Summary: Eurofins BPT-Columbia is looking for a Scientist II join our Stability Batch and Release team located in Columbia, Missouri. The Scientist II position is an intermediate-level professional position involved in somewhat complex day-to-day activities in a laboratory setting under prescribed processes (protocols, standard operating procedures, methods, etc.). Responsibilities include completing work for research and development under CGMP and/or GLP guidelines for studies, documentation, etc. Assisting in conducting, monitoring and reporting studies to ensure data accuracy and report quality. Providing somewhat complex analytical work on projects and studies using a range of analytical techniques and instruments. Working with increasing independence on studies and assignments.
The ideal candidate would possess:
* Experience with GLP and/or GMP and hands-on experience with HPLC and/or GC.
* Experience with LIMS system desirable.
* Familiarity and/or experience in a laboratory setting is required.
* A highly motivated staff member that is not afraid to make mistakes but must learn from them, be willing to work on a team, and be willing to work with others to teach and learn new skills.
* Good organizational skills; ability to follow direction and good communication skills are required.
Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in relevant field such as chemistry, biochemistry, biology, chemical engineering, pharmaceutical sciences, or other directly related field or degree with comparable coursework in the above areas and a minimum of two years of experience in a directly relevant or demonstrated comparable competency and skill attainment is required.
* A Master's degree in a relevant field may be substituted for the bachelor's degree and experience.
* Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.
Additional Information
Position is full time, Monday-Friday, 8am to 4:30pm, plus additonal hours, as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Columbia, MO are encouraged to apply.
Excellent full-time benefits including:
* Comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options.
* Life and disability insurance
* 401(k) with company match
* Paid vacation and holidays
Eurofins USA BioPharma Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Product Development Scientist
Senior scientist job in Mount Pleasant, SC
This position works under minimal supervision and is primarily responsible for the understanding and development of basic to complex colors for specific applications and scaling up in any production facility with the purpose of advancing the growth of Oterra and FIS by Oterra. The position will have direct relationship with the commercial team, functioning as the technical advisor to the internal salesforce at FIS by Oterra.
The successful applicant will have a strong background in food science, preferably food chemistry. The applicant should have experience with Project management, specifically within Product Development, and preferably experienced in interacting cross-functionally with Production, Quality and Sales acting as the technical expert. Experience with analytical chemistry, method development and validation is a plus.
Principal Duties And Responsibilities:
Handles simple to complex color formulation projects in a timely manner. Interacts with external customers, sales, applications scientists, and other departments internally as needed in defining specific parameters for projects.
Serves as project manager for simple to complex development projects from conception through launch by following a defined launch excellence process.
Develops simple to complex color formulation at a bench level in a timely manner aligned with customer needs.
Scales up from bench to any global production facility.
Conducts in-person consultation with customers from conception through commercialization in their facilities.
Serves as local technical expert for color formulations for the local sales team.
Supports production with upscaling and troubleshooting.
Maintains safe working environment by practicing and coaching in established safety procedures.
Learns and uses processing equipment in lab and pilot with minimal supervision.
Provides training for QC and production personnel in new formulations and analytical methods.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Food chemistry, Food Science, Pharmaceutical Science or related field with 5+ years of relevant experience.
Strong experience with Project and stakeholder management, preferably experience with managing development projects.
Deep knowledge of food ingredients and processing. Experience with color ingredients is an advantage.
Experience with customer interaction and driving customer projects.
General understanding of analytical techniques and food quality and safety.
Ability to read, collect data, analyze, and interpret technical information, as well as write and present reports and technical papers.
Ability to distinguish colors in a wide variety of applications and media. Must have excellent color vision. (Color Vision Testing Required.)
Working Conditions:
Working environment is generally favorable. Lighting, temperature and noise levels are adequate with occasional exposure to cold temperatures. Personal Protective Equipment is required when working in the laboratory. This includes a lab coat, and if necessary, safety glasses, dust mask or gloves. When working in the production plant, a hair/beard net, safety glasses and safety shoes are required and GLP/GMP guidelines must be followed.
The job is onsite in Mt. Pleasant, WI and Travel up to 25% of working time is required.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to lift and/or move materials or equipment up to 25 lbs. and occasionally required to lift up to 50 lbs. Use of hands to handle or touch objects, tools or controls is frequently required. Specific vision abilities required by this job include vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.
What We Offer:
Comprehensive Health Coverage - Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans to support you and your family on your first day of employment
401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match - Plan for your future with company-supported retirement savings
Paid Time Off - Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with PTO and 11 Paid Holidays
Paid Parental Leave -Maternity and Paternity Leave so you can focus on what matters most
Employee Engagement - Join our Engagement Team for fun events, volunteer opportunities, and ways to connect with colleagues across the company
Tritium Technology Scientist, Intermediate
Senior scientist job in Aiken, SC
The Hydrogen Isotope Science Group at Savannah River National Laboratory is seeking a Tritium Technology Scientist. We want a highly motivated individual to work towards pushing boundaries of hydrogen isotope separations, materials science, impurity removal strategies, hydrogen storage, and novel solution for isotopic separations. The ideal candidate(s) would have a strong background in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, physics, or materials science. materials science and polymer science, preferably coupled with post-doctoral experience.
PhD in Materials Science, Polymer Science, Chemical Engineering + 1-4 years of experience in an academic or national laboratory environment
Strong background in fundamental science
Strong track record of publications in high quality peer-reviewed journals.
Advanced communication skills involving complicated topics.
Works safely with particular attention to quality. Complies with all policies and standards.
For ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q security clearance, US Citizenship is Legally Required
Lead and contribute to research projects focused on the development of hydrogen isotope processing technologies and characterization of materials for tritium applications.
Write research proposals aligned to SRNL's core competencies
Design and conduct experiments, and analyze results,
Collaborate with cross-functional teams of scientists and engineers.
Contribute to intellectual property development through patent and copyright applications.
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