US|R&D Asst Scientist|Contractor - Axelon Services Corporation
Plano, TX 75024-4002
About the Job
Job Title : US|R&D Asst Scientist
Location : Plano , TX
Responsibilities:
" Coordinate with test requestors & mangers to effectively prioritize tasks.
" Prepare and maintain chemicals, solutions, and equipment as needed for the performance of analyses.
" Process submitted samples into forms ready for analysis (i.e., milling).
" Follow standard operating procedures to determine dietary fiber and beta-glucan contents as well as protein, ash, fat and moisture.
" Document all testing data in appropriate online system/programs and communicate results in an accurate and timely manner.
" Organize and purge samples on a regular basis.
" Follow Good Lab Practices (GLP) and established processes to secure laboratory safety, instrument performance as well as data quality.
" Assist managers in the smooth running of the lab (i.e. lab safety audit).
Required Skills and Qualifications:
" Bachelor s degree in chemistry, analytical chemistry, food science, material science, or related discipline with 2+ years experience in a laboratory environment.
" Master and higher degrees are preferred.
" HPLC or IC operation experience is preferred.
" Basic understanding of food nutrients such as fiber, beta-glucan, protein and oil.
" Ability to prioritize tasks and deliver accurate results to needed timelines.
" Strong communication skills (verbal and written) and familiarity with Microsoft 365 such as Microsoft Excel and Words.
" Ability and willingness to learn new techniques and adapt to new ways of working, especially data recording platforms (i.e. LabVantage).
" Experience with Good Lab Practices and excellent understanding of hazardous chemicals to secure laboratory safety.
" Strong organizational skills, with an ability to keep neat, orderly, and complete records.
Location : Plano , TX
- This position is located at our Plano Global R&D facility and is part of the Measurement Sciences (Analytical & QA Sciences) team.
- This scientist will perform biopolymers associated compounds analysis, including dietary fiber, beta-glucan, protein, and oil etc.
- testing for *** R&D and operation groups.
- The primary responsibility is to accurately determine dietary fiber and/or beta-glucan content of targeted analytes by established sample preparation processes, standardized methods, routine equipment operations, data collection and interpretations.
- Additional responsibilities include instrument trouble-shooting, recording and reporting data into a laboratory information management system.
Responsibilities:
" Coordinate with test requestors & mangers to effectively prioritize tasks.
" Prepare and maintain chemicals, solutions, and equipment as needed for the performance of analyses.
" Process submitted samples into forms ready for analysis (i.e., milling).
" Follow standard operating procedures to determine dietary fiber and beta-glucan contents as well as protein, ash, fat and moisture.
" Document all testing data in appropriate online system/programs and communicate results in an accurate and timely manner.
" Organize and purge samples on a regular basis.
" Follow Good Lab Practices (GLP) and established processes to secure laboratory safety, instrument performance as well as data quality.
" Assist managers in the smooth running of the lab (i.e. lab safety audit).
Required Skills and Qualifications:
" Bachelor s degree in chemistry, analytical chemistry, food science, material science, or related discipline with 2+ years experience in a laboratory environment.
" Master and higher degrees are preferred.
" HPLC or IC operation experience is preferred.
" Basic understanding of food nutrients such as fiber, beta-glucan, protein and oil.
" Ability to prioritize tasks and deliver accurate results to needed timelines.
" Strong communication skills (verbal and written) and familiarity with Microsoft 365 such as Microsoft Excel and Words.
" Ability and willingness to learn new techniques and adapt to new ways of working, especially data recording platforms (i.e. LabVantage).
" Experience with Good Lab Practices and excellent understanding of hazardous chemicals to secure laboratory safety.
" Strong organizational skills, with an ability to keep neat, orderly, and complete records.
Source : Axelon Services Corporation
