Scientist I

job summary:
Are you ready to kickstart your career at the intersection of medical aesthetics and high-end engineering? This role offers a unique entry point into a world-class Product Development Science and Technology organization, where you will directly contribute to the innovation of cutting-edge dermal filler products. You will work within a dynamic, cross-functional team that bridges the gap between initial R&D concepts and large-scale commercial manufacturing, ensuring that life-enhancing aesthetic treatments reach the global market with the highest standards of quality.

Located at a premier, state-of-the-art research and development campus in North Chicago, this position places you in a high-energy lab environment equipped with the latest mixing and analytical technology. This is an exceptional chance for a scientifically curious individual to gain hands-on experience in process development, scale-up, and lifecycle management. You will play a vital role in transforming complex formulations into tangible products, all while receiving mentorship from seasoned industry experts in a collaborative, global setting.

location: North Chicago, Illinois
job type: Contract
salary: $40.00 - 44.05 per hour
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Bachelors


responsibilities:

• Execute Process Development: Optimize and perform hands-on process development for new and innovative dermal filler formulations.
• Scale-Up Operations: Support the transition of products from small-scale R&D environments to full commercial manufacturing scales.
• Lab Equipment Management: Set up, troubleshoot, and modify lab equipment-specifically mixing impellers and reactors-to ensure experiment reliability.
• Analytical Testing: Perform rigorous analytical testing and rheological characterization to generate high-quality scientific data.
• Technical Troubleshooting: Conduct technical investigations for post-launch commercial issues and support technical transfers between manufacturing sites.
• Data Analysis: Utilize statistical tools and modeling principles to analyze experimental results and formulate data-driven conclusions.
• Collaborative Communication: Translate complex scientific findings into clear, actionable summaries for both technical peers and non-scientific stakeholders.

qualifications:

Required Skills:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Material Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related scientific field.
• Lab Experience: Demonstrated hands-on laboratory experience (equivalent to 1-2 years of undergraduate research or dedicated lab coursework).
• Equipment Proficiency: Fundamental ability to troubleshoot, design, or optimize mechanical/lab equipment.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to simplify technical concepts.
• Software/Analysis: Exposure to data analysis software and a basic understanding of process chemistry or modeling/simulation principles.

Preferred Skills:

• Materials Science: Specific experience working with hydrogels, polymers, or cross-linking chemistry.
• Rheology: Practical experience with rheological techniques for characterizing gels and fluids.
• Advanced Troubleshooting: Experience diagnosing bench-top process issues or suggesting mechanical modifications to mixing equipment.
• Statistical Tools: Familiarity with statistical analysis software (e.g., JMP, Minitab) or modeling tools.

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skills: Chemistry


Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [email protected].


Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).


This posting is open for thirty (30) days.