Principal

Alcon; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Alcon is seeking a Principal II, Analytical Chemistry Specialist to lead complex analytical projects within the Research & Development function. You will drive innovative science, provide guidance across global teams, and mentor junior contributors to advance patient outcomes in eye care.

Collaborate across functions, develop new analytical methods, and ensure compliance with SOPs and quality standards while delivering strategic solutions for customers and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +13 yrs.; M.S.+2 yrs.; PhD+0 yrs.)
• Fluent reading, writing, understanding and speaking English
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience

Responsibilities

• Support customer business with innovative science and solutions.
• Plan, conduct, and provide technical direction for major projects with complex challenges.
• Provide technical guidance to global and functional specialists.
• Conduct qualitative and quantitative analyses of organic or inorganic compounds and biologics.
• Develop or improve analytical techniques, methodologies, and procedures.
• Serve as SME for complex challenges and high-impact projects.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to achieve broader business objectives.
• Mentor mid-level or junior contributors.
• Adhere to GxP regulations, SOPs, and maintain documentation.

Skills

5 Years of Relevant Experience

English Proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent (see description)

Job description

This is an onsite position based out of our Fort Worth, TX Main Campus

At Alcon, we're passionate about enhancing sight and helping people see brilliantly. With more than 25,000 associates, we innovate fearlessly, champion progress, and act swiftly to impact global eye health. We foster an inclusive culture, recognizing your contributions and offering opportunities to grow your career like never before. Are you ready to join us?

This role is part of Alcon's Research & Development function, a team that innovates boldly and delivers new products and services to help revolutionize the eye care industry, advance optimal patient outcomes and help people see brilliantly. The Principal II, Analytical Chemistry Specialist (Science/Tech/Engineering Path), is primarily responsible for supporting customer business through innovative science and solutions. You will lead complex projects, provide technical guidance, and drive problem-solving and innovation using advanced knowledge in Analytical Chemistry.

In this role, a typical day will include:

• Support customer business with efficient, effective, and innovative science and solutions
• Plan, conduct, and provide technical direction for major projects with complex technical challenges
• Offer technical advice and counsel to global and functional specialists responsible for business activities
• Conduct qualitative and quantitative analyses of organic or inorganic compounds and biologics, determining chemical and physical properties during chemical syntheses, fermentation, or other chemical processes
• Develop or improve analytical techniques, methodology, and procedures, and investigate the application of instruments in analysis
• Serve as a subject matter expert and go-to person for complex challenges, handling high-impact projects requiring strategic thinking and problem-solving
• Collaborate cross-functionally to achieve broader business objectives
• Lead initiatives, propose innovative solutions, and mentor mid-level or junior contributors
• Focus on deepening technical knowledge and professional development. All associates must adhere to GxP regulations by strictly following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), maintaining accurate and complete documentation, ensuring rigorous quality control, and completing all required training. Associates are responsible for meeting their individual job requirements and contributing to the overall compliance of the organization. Compliance with regulatory requirements and a commitment to continuous improvement are essential to our operations.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO ALCON:

• Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +13 yrs. Assoc.+9 yrs.; M.S.+2 yrs.; PhD+0 yrs.)
• The ability to fluently read, write, understand, and communicate in English
• 5 Years of Relevant Experience

HOW YOU CAN THRIVE:

• Collaborate with teammates to share standard processes and findings as work evolves
• See your career like never before with focused growth and development opportunities
• Join Alcon's mission to provide outstanding, innovative products and solutions to improve sight, improve lives, and grow your career!
• Alcon provides a robust benefits package including health, life, retirement, flexible time off and much more.

Alcon Careers

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