Scientist

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 to hire an Associate Scientist in Analytical Chemistry to join our R&D Team in Fort Worth, Texas.  You will be in the forefront of this mission, supporting stability testing and analysis.

In this role a typical day will include:

• Following established procedures, protocols, or best practices to analyze stability and development samples.
• Performing assigned tasks under minimal supervision in support of approved projects and documents work properly.
• Executing well-designed study, conducts testing and analyzes data without deviation following established procedures under general supervision.
• Applying general technical skills to complete assigned work and solves routine problems of limited scope.
• Thoroughly and clearly documenting experiments in laboratory notebook and assisting in preparation of technical documents; may provide assistance in the design of next experiment.
• Communicating and collaborating with colleagues within functional sub-team, and with supervisor and/or senior staff.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO ALCON:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent year of directly related experience (or high school 8 yrs; Assoc. 4 yrs; M.S. 0 yrs; PHD 0 yrs.
• The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English.
• 0 Years of Relevant Experience
• Travel:  up to 5%
• Relocation: No
• Sponsorship: No

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry
• Experience with Analytical Chemistry and Separation Science
• Experience in Chromatography
• Experience with Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)

HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON: 

• Collaborate with teammates to share standard processes and findings as work evolves.
• See your career like never before with focused growth and development opportunities.
• 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.

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