What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal Associate position at Alcon?
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, you'll 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 Associate, supporting Research & Development function, a team that innovates boldly and delivers new products and services to help revolutionize the eye care industry, advance optimal patient outcomes and help people see brilliantly. Would be primarily responsible for leading scientific research, development, and testing of new products, processes, and raw materials. You will explore new theories, devise research methods, and coordinate pilot production runs to drive innovation and problem-solving. This role is in Fort Worth, Texas and a typical day would include:
- Manage individual technical projects in the Chemical Science department, applying specialized knowledge to achieve objectives and drive innovation.
- Develop chemical processes, conduct experiments, ensure compliance with regulatory standards, and make operational decisions for your projects, contributing to the overall success of the projects and advancement of chemical science research.
- Take on more autonomy and ownership of projects and tasks, managing your own workload and working independently.
- Engage in problem-solving and process improvement, contributing to the overall goals of your team.
- Mentor junior colleagues, sharing knowledge and providing guidance on best practices while expanding your own expertise.
What You'll Bring to Alcon:
- Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school 13 yrs; Assoc. 9 yrs; M.S. 2 yrs; PhD 0 yrs).
- The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English
- 5 Years of Relevant Experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- PhD in organic/polymer material sciences
How You Can Thrive at Alcon:
- Join Alcon's 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 - Yes
- Sponsorship - Yes
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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 alcon.recruitment@alcon.comand let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Alcon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. Alcon takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment and our policies are not to discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, 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 alcon.recruitment@alcon.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters: If you’d like to view a copy of the Alcon’s affirmative action plan or policy statement, please email alcon.er@alcon.com.
EEO Statement: Alcon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
