Principal Scientist
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Job Location:
Fort Worth, TX - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
At Alcon we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly champion progress and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here youll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers.
We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse talented people to join Alcon. As a Principal Scientist supporting Alcons Research and Development function you will be primarily responsible for supporting the business with innovative solutions in Analytical Chemistry. You will apply advanced scientific principles to solve problems provide technical advice and guide lower-level professionals. Specifics include:
- Manage individual technical projects applying specialized knowledge to achieve objectives and drive innovation in analytical chemistry
- Develop analytical methods validation processes and quality control procedures
- Make operational decisions for projects utilizing project management skills technical expertise and problem-solving abilities
- Work independently managing your workload and making decisions within your area of expertise
- Engage in problem-solving and process improvement to contribute to the overall goals of your team
- Mentor junior colleagues by sharing knowledge and providing guidance on best practices while continuing to expand your own expertise
WHAT YOULL BRING TO ALCON:
- Bachelors Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school 13 yrs; Assoc.9 yrs; M.S.2 yrs; PhD0 yrs)
- The ability to fluently read write understand and communicate in English
- 5 Years of Relevant Experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- Develops advanced analytical methods to characterize and understand structure-property relationship of polymeric materials such as elastomers hydrogels and liquid polymers.
- Demonstrates scientific leadership by applying scientific/technical expertise to identify and resolve complex chemistry issues
- Assists management of project activities support/coach team members participate in sub-teams and contribute to all function strategies and goals.
- Answers ad hoc questions related to chemical/biological characterization spectral interpretation or structural elucidation.
- Independently designs and executes complex non-standard laboratory studies to solve technical challenges.
- Thoroughly and clearly documents and/or reviews experiments in laboratory notebook; prepares high quality Technical Documents.
- Communicates and collaborates with colleagues cross functional teams and with supervisor/mentor.
- PhD in Chemistry (Analytical Biological Organic Physical) Engineering (Biomedical Chemical Mechanical) Science (Vision Optical Biomedical Polymer) Biophysics and other relevant science and engineering degrees.
HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON:
- Join Alcons mission to provide outstanding innovative products and solutions to improve sight improve lives and grow your career!
- Alcon provides robust benefits package including health life retirement flexible time off and much more!
- Travel Requirements: up to 10%
- Relocation assistance: Yes
- Sponsorship available: Yes
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ALCON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND PARTICIPATES IN E-VERIFY
Alcon takes pride in maintaining an inclusive environment that values different perspectives and our policies are non-discriminatory in recruitment hiring training promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race color religion gender national origin age sexual orientation marital or veteran status disability or any other legally protected status. Alcon is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process or in order to perform the essential functions of a position please send an email to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Required Experience:
Staff IC
Key Skills
- Machine Learning
- Python
- Data Science
- AI
- R
- Research Experience
- Sensors
- Drug Discovery
- Research & Development
- Natural Language Processing
- Data Analysis Skills
- Toxicology Experience
About Company
Our mission is to provide innovative vision products that enhance quality of life by helping people see better. From vision research to eye health, learn more at Alcon.com.
