Scientist - Formulations, Materials and Process Development

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 and we are looking for a Scientist in Fort Worth, TX.

In this role, a typical day will include:

•    Supporting the business of our customers through efficient, effective and innovative science and solutions. 
•    Assisting in the design, development, testing and implementation of science processes to meet the needs of new and existing products. 
•    Applying basic principles of scientific analysis to provide solutions to rudimentary problems arising within the department.

•    Devising research methods, preparing technical specifications, and specifying laboratory test equipment and processes

•    Making recommendations concerning acquisition and use of new technological equipment and materials

•    May participate in intellectual property evaluations and development of patent applications

•    Coordinating pilot-plant or initial production runs on new products or processes

•    Data-driven application of scientific and engineering skills to provide quality data to support project teams in the achievement of milestones.

•    Results-oriented; timely completion and effective communication of experimental results and conclusions.

•    Exhibits a high level of learning agility, with sustained energy and passion for excellence in experimental execution and material characterization.

•    Effective collaboration with cross functional team members.

•    Compliance with all regulatory, quality, and safety requirements.

•    Adds value through effective and clear communication of information to internal or external contacts.

•    Internal interaction mainly requires exchange of factual information.

•    Requires broad awareness of the roles of immediate team members and/or function.

Experience

•    Master's degree 2 year or Bachelor's degree 5 year, in Chemistry or relevant discipline

•    Minimum 1 year of relevant experience in eye drops formulation (such as solution and emulsion) and ophthalmic biomaterials

•    Solid aseptic operation experience and cGxP experience required.

•    Understands applied practice, concepts and processes in a relatively narrowly defined discipline, field or functional area.

•    Operates within established guidelines, solving limited non-routine problems. (Majority of problems is known and solutions are defined.)

•    Experience in material characterization using appropriate analytical techniques, such as particle sizer and rheological testing is a referred.

•    Experienced in formulation and solution preparation at lab and pilot scale is preferred.

•    Good communication skills, proficient technical writing and presentation skills.

What You'll Bring to Alcon:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school 8 yrs; Assoc. 4 yrs)

• The ability to fluently read, write, understand, and communicate in English

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: 0-5%

• Relocation assistance: No

• Sponsorship available: No

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