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Scientist - Materials Science and Characterization
Contract: North Chicago, Illinois, US span>
Salary Range: 30.00 - 40.00 | Per Hour
Job Code: 370878
End Date: 2026-09-03
Days Left: 11 days, 2 hours left
To Discuss more about this job opportunity, please reach out to Deepak Arya (LinkedIn URL www.linkedin.com/in/deepak-arya-8a79aa22a/), email your updated resume at Email deepak.arya@collabera.com. Thank you!
Pay Range: $30 to $40 an hour.
Client Industry: Pharmaceutical
Duration: 12 Months Contract (Possibility of Extension based on business needs and performance.
Job Summary:
We are seeking a motivated Scientist to support materials science and characterization activities within a large enterprise environment. The role focuses on evaluating pharmaceutical materials using advanced analytical and characterization techniques to support product development and technical investigations. The selected candidate will perform laboratory testing, interpret scientific data, document experimental work, and collaborate with cross functional teams to solve technical challenges. This position is ideal for a detail oriented scientist with strong analytical skills, excellent documentation practices, and the ability to adapt quickly in a dynamic laboratory environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform characterization studies on pharmaceutical materials to support development programs and laboratory investigations.
- Conduct microscopy and spectroscopy based testing using established laboratory methods.
- Perform physical characterization testing using XRPD DSC TGA DVS particle size analysis and related analytical techniques.
- Interpret scientific data and communicate findings through technical presentations and discussions.
- Support root cause investigations and technical problem solving activities.
- Document experimental procedures and results accurately in an electronic laboratory notebook.
- Assist with method execution troubleshooting and data review.
- Maintain compliance with laboratory safety procedures and quality standards.
- Collaborate with cross functional teams to support development and characterization activities.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science with relevant experience or Master of Science in Chemistry Physics Materials Science Engineering or another Physical Science.
- Hands on experience with one or more characterization techniques including XRPD DSC TGA DVS particle size analysis optical microscopy SEM IR spectroscopy or Raman spectroscopy.
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
- Excellent documentation and communication skills.
- Ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing priorities.
- Experience performing laboratory testing and scientific data interpretation.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with Micro CT.
- Experience supporting pharmaceutical development programs.
- Experience with technical investigations and data trending.
- Experience with additional microscopy or spectroscopy techniques.
Benefits: The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid parking/public transportation, (paid time , paid sick and safe time , hours of paid vacation time, weeks of paid parental leave, paid holidays annually - AS Applicable)
Job Requirement
- XRPD
- DSC
- TGA
- DVS
- Particle Size Analysis
- Optical Microscopy
- SEM
- IR Spectroscopy
- Raman Spectroscopy
- Scientific Data Interpretation
- Documentation
Reach Out to a Recruiter
- Recruiter
- Phone
- Deepak Arya
- deepak.arya@collabera.com