Prototyping and Testing Lab Scientist

About the Role

The Prototyping and Testing Laboratory Scientist will support formulation development, prototype preparation, analytical testing, and material characterization activities in a research laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare liquid, solid, and other formulations and prototypes according to established procedures and instructions.
• Prepare analytical samples and operate analytical instrumentation according to SOPs and experimental protocols.
• Conduct prototype testing using established methods.
• Document experimental activities and maintain accurate laboratory records.
• Support routine maintenance, calibration, and upkeep of laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Maintain laboratory organization, cleanliness, housekeeping standards, and compliance with laboratory safety procedures, policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Support assigned laboratory projects.
• Draft and revise laboratory procedures with minimal guidance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Food Science, Nutraceutical Science, Pharmaceutical Science, or a related scientific discipline.
• Ability to follow SOPs and perform routine laboratory assignments accurately.
• Strong computer proficiency and scientific documentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with LC/MS and/or GC/MS.
• Experience with analytical sample preparation, routine chemical analysis, and chromatographic data interpretation.
• Experience with technical report preparation.

Top Skills

• Hands-on laboratory execution and prototype/formulation preparation.
• Analytical testing, sample preparation, and material characterization (LC/MS and/or GC/MS experience preferred).
• Strong documentation, data quality, SOP compliance, attention to detail, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plans.
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP).
• 401K program with company match after 12 months of tenure.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) on the HDHP plan.
• SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions.
• Corporate discount savings program and other discounts.
• On-demand training program and access to certification prep, technical and leadership courses/books/seminars after 6+ months of tenure.
• Certification discounts and perks for associations including CompTIA and IIBA.
• Dedicated customer service team for benefits and resources.
• Access to a certified Career Coach.

Full details of benefits, programs, and support teams are available in the ‘Welcome Packet’ provided by an Everforth Apex team member.