Research Scientist I

Research Scientist I** Clinical Duluth, GA, US Pay Rate Low: 28.00 | Pay Rate High: 36.00 + Added - 02/06/2025 Apply for Job **_Exciting 6 Month development opportunity to work for a global leader dedicated to helping people see brilliantly. The largest device company in the world - with complementary businesses in Surgical and Vision Care - is hiring a Research Scientist I to join their team!_** **Pay:** $28-$36/hr. **Schedule:** M-F Normal business **6 Month contract opportunity with possibility of extension or conversion** **Research Scientist I** **Responsibilities** + Perform daily functions in batch preparation of polymer formulations, characterization and process in a research laboratory environment. + Demonstrates understanding in both, materials technology and lens production process, to insure compatibility between material and process. + Identifies and optimizes novel materials for their use in lens, saline, and lens care product formulations. + Demonstrates understanding of structure and property relationship in polymers, specifically the relationship between molecular architecture and morphology and bulk properties. + Identifies and executes appropriate testing methodologies to evaluate potential new contact lenses, lens surfaces, package saline and lens care products + Documents experimental results details on all planned and completed experiments + Uses relevant statistical techniques and methods to plan and execute experiments and to analyze experimental data. + Actively monitors patent and scientific literature for significant technical developments. **Education/Experience** + Bachelors degree or higher in a scientific discipline with adequate experience + (MS with 0-2 yrs; BS with 0-4 yrs); Degree in Polymer Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Materials Science is preferred. + Previous work experience on chemistry/material science industries such as adhesives, coatings, UV curatives and/or regulated medical devices are desired. ** **_This job description is a complete list of all desired skills but not all are required. We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply. We look forward to a conversation to learn more about you!**_** _\#LI-DNP_ _INDBH_We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.