Associate Scientist II

Associate Scientist II (S&T Scientist I)

Location:

Minnesota:
St. Paul:
Woodridge: 177 East County Rd B, MN – 100% onsite.

Shift: Days/

Hours:

Mon – Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm.

Duration: 12 months.

Top Three Must-Have

Skills:

• Thermal analysis experience (DSC/TGA)
• Problem solving skills
• Good communication skills (verbal & written) – prefers candidate with 1–3 years of prior experience

Position Summary:

The scientist has a focus in polymer materials characterization with experience working with various techniques such as DSC, TGA, FTIR, and SEM. Additionally, the scientist will work in a fast‑paced laboratory environment, possessing strong attention to detail and excellent problem‑solving skills.

Essential Functions:

• Perform material characterization and assessment using a variety of techniques including DSC, TGA, FTIR to support medical device project teams with various Materials Science needs.
• Partner with other scientists and project teams to define test plans.
• Work in a dynamic team environment and have strong interpersonal skills.
• Conduct hands‑on laboratory analysis and testing.
• Document experiments in a highly regulated environment in an electronic notebook system.
• Have knowledge of technical concepts and principles underlying Materials Science techniques.
• Analyze test results and draft technical reports.

Accountability/Supervision:

• Possess ability to apply chemistry/materials education and experience in fast‑moving laboratory.
• Willingness to be hands‑on in a science laboratory.
• Will receive work direction and prioritization from supervisor and/or other S&T scientists.
• Possess strong attention to detail and excellent problem‑solving skills.
• Strong technical writing skills.

Working Conditions:

• Working in lab environment with proper safety equipment.
• Working with common laboratory chemicals and biological tissue.
• Working while sitting and/or standing.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to work in fast‑moving environment where priorities frequently change.
• Experience with common materials characterization techniques.
  
  Ability to perform multiple assignments concurrently and meet required deadlines.
• Bachelor's degree in materials science, chemistry or closely related degree with 1–3 years demonstrated experience.
• Ability to operate analytical instrumentation through relevant industry experience.
• Experience documenting laboratory work in electronic/paper notebook system according to GMP guidelines.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with polymer characterization and understanding of structure/property relationships.
• Working knowledge of Trios, Omnic software system and Labvantage ELN documentation system.

Keywords: THERMAL, DSC, TGA, POLYMER, MATERIALS, Lab, SCIENTIST.