Metrology Scientist

Hoya Vision Care; Ramsey (MN); On-site; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

401K plans

PTO and Paid Holidays

Job summary

Hoya Vision Care is hiring a Metrology Scientist for its Ramsey, MN location. This role involves developing analytical chemistry test methods to support R&D and manufacturing, operating advanced analytical instrumentation, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. Candidates should hold a relevant advanced degree or BS with significant experience in analytical testing. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits including health insurance, tuition reimbursement, and a 401K plan.

Qualifications

• MS or PhD in Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
• BS in a related scientific field with 5-7 years of relevant industry experience.
• Demonstrated hands‑on experience with gas chromatography (GC), including headspace analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine analytical chemistry test methods for R&D and manufacturing needs.
• Operate and troubleshoot analytical instrumentation including GC, GPC/SEC, and DSC.
• Analyze and communicate analytical data through technical reports.

Skills

Analytical Chemistry

Gas Chromatography (GC)

Materials Characterization

Statistical Analysis

Method Development

Education

MS or PhD in Analytical Chemistry or related field

BS in a related scientific field with 5-7 years of experience

Tools

Minitab

Python

Job description

We are currently hiring a Metrology Scientist in our Ramsey, MN location!

Salary Range: $90K+

What’s in it for you?

• Health/Dental/Vision/Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401K plans
• PTO and Paid Holidays
• And more!

What you’ll do:

• Perform, develop, and refine analytical chemistry test methods to support R&D, quality investigations, and manufacturing needs.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot analytical instrumentation including GC, Headspace, GPC/SEC, and DSC.
• Plan, execute, and document analytical method verification, equipment qualification, and validation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ) as applicable.
• Ensure analytical methods and measurements comply with internal standards and applicable quality systems or regulatory requirements.
• Analyze, interpret, and clearly communicate analytical data through technical reports, summaries, and presentations.
• Author, review, and maintain work instructions, SOPs, test methods, and related laboratory documentation.
• Support root cause investigations, nonconformances, and corrective actions through robust analytical testing and data interpretation.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, and Engineering teams.
• Support method transfers, method improvements, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain laboratory organization, safety compliance, calibration practices, and good documentation practices.

Qualifications:

• MS or PhD in Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field; or
• BS in a related scientific field with 5-7 years of relevant industry experience in analytical or chemical testing environments
• Demonstrated hands‑on experience with gas chromatography (GC), including headspace analysis.
• Experience with polymer or materials characterization techniques such as GPC/SEC and DSC.
• Experience with analytical method development, verification, validation, or qualification is strongly preferred.
• Experience working within a quality system environment (ISO, GMP, or similar) preferred.
• Knowledge of polymer, coating, or materials testing in an R&D environment.
• Familiarity with statistical analysis tools used in analytical chemistry.
• Understanding of traceability, measurement uncertainty, and metrology principles.
• Ability to travel up to 10%

Computer Skills:

• Experience with Minitab or similar statistical software.
• Python or equivalent technical computing experience preferred
• Experience with Design of Experiments (DOE), method optimization or robustness testing.