Computational Chemist

We are seeking an associate scientist/scientist to join the SmartLab within Drug Product Design and Supply.

The successful candidate will develop and deploy automation and technology processes for pharmaceutical drug candidates in a laboratory setting.

Position Responsibilities:

• The successful candidate will help design prototype and develop laboratory automation solutions for drug product development applications as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Assist with design and testing of modular hardware to facilitate data-rich experimentation.
• Enable use of digital tools for machine learning and self-optimization to enhance automation goals.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to implement automated equipment and develop novel solutions for execution of laboratory experimentation.
• Innovate with academic and industrial collaborators to identify unmet needs and develop novel solutions.
• Partner with research scientists and engineers on suitable experimentation to deliver DPDS workflows for solid dosage form development.
• Implement a robotic control system for orchestration of multiple workstreams using modular laboratory equipment.
• Enable data management systems to retrieve process and store relevant lab data from both manual and automated experiments.
• Develop and implement data analytics tools for process optimization process modeling and visualization.
• Participation with departmental initiatives continuous improvement teams scientific presentations and external collaborations to influence scientific and business impact of the group.

Qualifications :

Basic Qualifications

• Master of Science Degree in Automation Engineering Robotics Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering Data Sciences or closely related discipline;
• OR a Bachelors degree in these disciplines with 2-4 years of relevant experience in a laboratory setting.
• Strong coding with C/C or Python
• Experience working with Application Programming Interface (API) and Open Platform Communications (OPC)
• Data processing experience including AI agents machine learning and Bayesian optimization
• Experience working with computer-aided vision systems for testing and analysis of product quality attributes
• Basic mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills

Preferred Requirements

• Experience with robotics automation data analytics and machine vision systems used in laboratory automation
• Experience in pharmaceutical research and development

Additional Information :

• Position is Monday- Friday 8:00 AM- 5:00PM. Overtime as needed.  Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Groton CT are encouraged to apply. 
• Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Indianapolis IN are encouraged to apply
• Excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage dental and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
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• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time