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Actalent Scientist I in North Chicago, Illinois
Job Title: Scientist I
Job Description
Purpose: Investigate, identify, develop, and optimize new methods and techniques to generate reliable and reproducible data in a timely manner. Read and adapt scientific literature to accomplish assignments and demonstrate broad and versatile technical expertise within discipline.
Responsibilities:
Independently design and conduct critical experiments that further project goals.
Implement and may innovate new experimental protocols/techniques.
Understand the goal and maintain a high proficiency in his/her projects as well as the overall program.
Interpret results and draw conclusions from own multistage experiments, note significant deviations, then suggest, design, and pursue relevant experiments.
Understand relevant scientific literature and apply theoretical framework to solving problems within scientific discipline in a timely manner.
Perform routine and complex tasks competently and independently, and generate reliable and consistent results.
Impact projects mostly through lab and/or pilot plant-based activities.
Responsible for compliance with all applicable Corporate and Divisional policies and procedures.
Understand and adhere to corporate standards regarding code of conduct, safety, appropriate handling of materials, controlled drugs and radioactive compounds, GxP compliance, and animal care where applicable.
Qualifications:
- BS or MS in any science or engineering. Preferably pharmaceutical or chemical engineering.
Experience Level: 0-3 Years
Hard Skills
Powder handling/processing experience
Laboratory experience working in a lab
Scientific research experience
Previous formulations experience- nice to have
Job Type
This is a contract position with a duration of 104 Weekly.
Work Environment
Lab and/or pilot plant-based activities
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
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