Scientist II (Analytical Science)
Job Location:
Ridgefield, CT - USA
Hourly Salary:
USD 40 - 42
Posted:
8 September 2026 (9 hours ago)
Application Deadline:
6 December 2026
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
ARITE is looking for qualified Scientist II (Analytical Science) in Ridgefield CT
WHAT THE CLIENT DOES
A global research-driven pharmaceutical company that focuses on developing innovative medicines in areas such as human pharmaceuticals animal health and biopharmaceutical contract manufacturing.
WHAT WE DO
Established in the Year 2000 VARITE is an award-winning minority business enterprise providing global consulting & staffing services to Fortune 1000 companies and government agencies. With 850 global consultants VARITE is committed to delivering excellence to its customers by leveraging its global experience and expertise in providing comprehensive scientific engineering technical and non-technical staff augmentation and talent acquisition services.
Job Title:Scientist II (Analytical Science)
Location: Ridgefield CT 06877 (Onsite)
Contract Duration: 12 months with possible extension
Pay Rate Range: $40.04 - $42.90/hr. on W2
Work Authorization: US Citizen or Green Card only
HERES WHAT YOULL DO
Duties:
BENEFITS:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health well-being and financial security of our employees and their families. Eligible employees may receive:
If this opportunity interests you please respond by clicking on EasyApply.
Know someone who would be perfect for this role Refer to us and if they are hired you could be eligible for our employee referral bonus! Help us grow our team with top talent from your network.
VARITE is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age or veteran status.
WHAT THE CLIENT DOES
A global research-driven pharmaceutical company that focuses on developing innovative medicines in areas such as human pharmaceuticals animal health and biopharmaceutical contract manufacturing.
WHAT WE DO
Established in the Year 2000 VARITE is an award-winning minority business enterprise providing global consulting & staffing services to Fortune 1000 companies and government agencies. With 850 global consultants VARITE is committed to delivering excellence to its customers by leveraging its global experience and expertise in providing comprehensive scientific engineering technical and non-technical staff augmentation and talent acquisition services.
Job Title:Scientist II (Analytical Science)
Location: Ridgefield CT 06877 (Onsite)
Contract Duration: 12 months with possible extension
Pay Rate Range: $40.04 - $42.90/hr. on W2
Work Authorization: US Citizen or Green Card only
HERES WHAT YOULL DO
Duties:
- Execute lab work at a high level for new therapeutic modalities (e.g. peptides oligonucleotides virus antibodies non-viral delivery systems etc.).
- Lead in implementing experimental studies to build product and process knowledge.
- Initiates and completes routine laboratory procedures in an independent and efficient manner; Troubleshoots equipment and experiments effectively and solves scientific problems independently; Operates lab equipment and is responsible for maintenance.
- Designs and executes non-routine experiments with minimal supervision.
- Contributes to lab organization reagent tracking and other tasks as determined appropriate
- Independently presents scientific findings in project team or Department meetings
- Actively participates in cross-functional teams/initiatives
- Independently writes protocols SOPs technical reports in accordance with company policies
- Independently applies basic scientific principles and technology. Performs literature searches and keeps abreast of relevant literature.
- Collects treats and reports data with a high level of integrity and ethics. Effectively communicates work orally and in writing. Write protocols procedures and technical documents. Provide input to others for scientific reports.
- Understand appropriate regulations and legal requirements as well as client policies and procedures as relevant to areas of expertise; Apply knowledge to ensure safe and compliant practices manage risk and maximize opportunities for projects to succeed.
- Experience with wet chemistry preparation methods.
- Buffers mobile phases multi-component formulation preparation.
- Experience with traditional chromatography methods such as all modes of HPLC Field Flow Fractionation (FFF/AF4) SEC etc.
- Ability to plan and conduct laboratory experiments evaluate interpret and report technical data.
- Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills
- Experience with NMR spectroscopy analysis is a plus
- Experience with sub-micron particle sizing methodologies such as DLS or Flow Cam is a plus
- Experience with fluorescent labelling microscopy and/or image analysis is a plus
- Experience with biophysical testing; DNA/RNA isolation electrophoresis PCR etc. is a plus
- Masters Degree with 4 years experience in a related field or Bachelors Degree with 5 years experience in a related field.
BENEFITS:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health well-being and financial security of our employees and their families. Eligible employees may receive:
- Health Insurance: Medical dental and vision coverage
- Retirement Plans: Participation in a company-sponsored retirement savings plan.
- Legal Service Plans: Offering access to attorneys for legal advice and representation.
If this opportunity interests you please respond by clicking on EasyApply.
Know someone who would be perfect for this role Refer to us and if they are hired you could be eligible for our employee referral bonus! Help us grow our team with top talent from your network.
VARITE is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age or veteran status.
Required Experience:
IC