Senior 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. As a Senior Scientist, you will lead research efforts focused on the development of next generation contact lenses and innovative materials for medical devices. This role requires a strong expertise in material science, especially in understanding the structure-property relationship of materials and demands an innovative mindset to drive research forward. This role will be in Johns Creek, GA, and a typical day will include:

• Drive research projects aimed at designing and developing advanced contact lens materials, process, and packaging saline for biomedical applications.
• Demonstrate strong understanding of the structure-property relationship of materials, as well as the ability to apply an innovative mindset to overcome challenges and drive product development.
• Identifies and implements appropriate testing methodologies to evaluate potential new contact lenses, lens surfaces, package saline and lens care products.
• Continuously monitor and evaluate industry advancements, trends, and technologies in material science, polymer chemistry, and relevant technologies to enhance and guide research initiatives. Files all new material concepts through invention disclosures and support patent filings as required to protect intellectual property, leveraging innovative research outcomes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams using relevant statistical techniques and methods to develop, execute, and analyze experimental protocols. Documents experimental results details and conclusions in appropriate formats (laboratory notebook, memo and/or report) and present research findings to stakeholders.
• Mentor junior scientists and technicians, sharing expertise and fostering a collaborative research environment.
• Handles, uses, stores and disposes all lab used chemicals as outlined in MSDS, SOP and other company prescribed, state and federal guidelines. Also, complies with all company established Health, Safety and Environment operational requirements, regulatory, and quality including good documentation practices.

What You'll Bring To Alcon:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school 10 yrs; Assoc. 6 yrs; M.S. 0 yrs)
• The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English
• 2 Years of Relevant Experience

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience with hydrogel polymeric materials, intraocular lens materials and ocular health products are desired
• Background in Material Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, Synthetic Organic Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering
• Experience with formulation, surfactant chemistry, adhesion chemistry and composite material R&D are desired
• Experience in ophthalmic, medical device and specialty chemicals industry is highly preferred.
• Able to work in a highly diverse environment within our share capability team
• Able to apply engineering principles to assigned projects is desired (DOE and SPC)

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: 10%
• Relocation assistance: No
• Sponsorship available: Yes

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