Associate Scientist

System One; Trumbull (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Dental, vision coverage

Job summary

System One is seeking an Associate Scientist to work onsite in Trumbull, CT. The role involves developing prototype products, designing experiments, and collaborating with packaging, process development, and manufacturing teams to advance product chemistry and performance.

The successful candidate will have a four-year chemistry degree or an associate with relevant industry experience, strong data interpretation skills, and proficiency in basic PC tools.

Qualifications

• Four year college chemistry degree or Associates Degree with relevant industrial experience.
• Advanced knowledge of detergents chemistry and ability to follow standard methods for product development.
• Basic PC skills including Word, Excel, and databases.
• Strong communication skills for cross-functional teamwork with consumers and 3rd parties.

Responsibilities

• Designs experiments and work plans to develop prototype products meeting performance targets.
• Reviews data, interprets results, and proposes next steps.
• Collaborates with packaging, process development, and manufacturing during development and commercialization.
• Maintains lab notebooks and records as part of the official documentation.
• Plans tasks related to laboratory experiments, third party testing, and consumer trials.
• Reports project status and progress to team and management.

Skills

Chemical knowledge

Lab data analysis

Communication in teams

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry

Associates degree in chemistry

Tools

Laboratory equipment operation

Job description

Job Title: Associate Scientist
Location: Trumbull, CT
Work Model: Onsite
Hours: M-F 8:30am-5:00pm
Compensation: $25.00/hr
Type: 5-month contract, Potential for extension or conversion to permanent

Responsibilities

• Develops experimental designs and work plans in the creation of prototype products to meet desired performance metrics.
• Reviews data, provides preliminary interpretation and draws conclusions from data. Proposes next steps and strategies of development efforts.
• Works closely with packaging, process development, and manufacturing during development, and commercialization of relevant products.
• Records detailed observation and data from experiments performed. Keeps lab notebook records current and in good order as a working legal document.
• Plans and schedules project tasks related to laboratory experiments, 3rd party testing and consumer trials.
• Reports project status to team members and management as required.
• Responsible for preliminary interpretation and presentation of data. Reports progress/issues on a timely basis.
• Contributes to the solution of assigned problems through development/modification of test procedures.
• Runs standard and non-standard chemical, physical, or application tests to obtain data to evaluate composition and performance of competitive offerings.
• Assists department staff in lab demonstrations for training programs and customer visits.
• Checks and maintains inventories of raw materials and supplies and maintains work spaces.
• Responsible for safe working conditions (handles dangerous equipment and hazardous chemicals). Is aware of hazards associated with work assigned, observes safe work practices, keeps equipment neat, clean and in safe operating condition, and maintains good housekeeping standards.
• Responsible for following all applicable Federal, State, and Local health, safety, and environmental regulations, as per corporate health, safety and environmental policies.

Requirements

• Four year college chemistry degree or Associates Degree with relevant industrial experience is required. Relevant formulating experience in consumer packaged goods will be taken into consideration.
• Advanced knowledge of detergents chemistry and ability to understand and carry out standard methods relevant to product development a plus. Experience required to efficiently perform a variety of research experiments and tests including setting up and operation of apparatus and equipment.
• Basic personal computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases are required.
• Strong communication skills are required, as the position involves working in multi-functional project teams, with consumers and 3rd parties.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.