Material Scientist

Position

Material Scientist

Type

Contract: June 2026-April 2027

Location

Richmond, VA

Interviews

Two Rounds of Interviews

Start Date

Would start in May/June

Must Haves:

• Skill in physicochemical method development, sample preparation, instrument operation, and data analysis
• Instrumental evaluation skills: rheometry, pycnometry, polarimetry, microscopy, particle size determination, XRD, TGA, DSC, DVS, FTIR, Raman, SEM-EDS, DLS, BET/SSA
• Individual should have strong understanding of materials science and aptitude for analysis and critical thinking.
• Education:
  • Minimum level: B.S. in Chemistry, Physics, Engineering, Nanoscience, or Material Science background
• 5+ years of laboratory work experience in a GLP/GMP environment evaluating a wide variety powder and liquid materials, or an advanced degree in relevant field can substitute for work experience years. (2+ for MS or 0+ for PhD)
• Preferred: PhD OR MS Degree with relevant experience
• Specialization in Material Science or Nanoscience

Responsibilities:

• Operate sophisticated materials characterization equipment and perform routine instrument maintenance, verifications, and calibrations.
• Support novel investigations that require extensive innovative problem solving, utilizing a knowledge of instrument capability and an understanding of material properties.
• Perform a variety of critical analyses, as well as interpret and report data related to the physicochemical properties of pharmaceutical, nutritional, and excipient materials.
• Author, edit, and approve technical documents on projects in a timely manner and present technical work clearly and concisely.
• Perform scientific peer-review for electronic notebook records and technical reports with critical attention to detail.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Good communication skills in a matrixed environment.
• Proficient in managing and communicating the expectations of customers and key stakeholders.