We are looking for a new team member...
Associate Scientist Optical Spectroscopy (f/m/d)
Temporary assignment, 100%
We are looking for a highly motivated Associate Scientist to strengthen the optical spectroscopy expertise in the Science, Research & Innovation department. The successful candidate will bring enthusiasm for working in a R&D environment and sound experience in developing, optimizing, performing, and evaluating applied optical spectroscopy experiments. Main field of application will be in chemical process development. Responsibilities include maintaining and troubleshooting the equipment in our optical spectroscopy lab, independent multivariate data analysis and presentation of the results to our key stakeholders. As part of a global team, the successful candidate will work in close collaboration with other scientists in interdisciplinary teams as an expert in the area and will have an impact on innovation projects, but also for marketing and production support.
Tasks and Responsibilities
* Independent planning and execution of laboratory experiments with optical spectroscopy (MIR, NIR, RAMAN) according to defined expectations and in a timely manner. Data management according to FAIR data standards
* Extension of work package into either chromatography or morphology analysis depending on prior expertise and project needs
* Taking care of maintenance and qualification of assigned lab equipment including laboratory safety and documentation
* Building and maintaining a data platform for the optical spectroscopy lab
* Reporting of results and protocols to internal customers
Profile
* BSc degree with at least 3 years of relevant work experience in R&D environment or MSc degree with master thesis in optical spectroscopy
* Hands-on experience in troubleshooting, development, and model validation of optical spectroscopy techniques (MIR, NIR, RAMAN). Knowledge in complementary fields such as microscopies (SEM, TEM) or other morphological techniques is a plus
* Sound experience in statistics, (multivariate) data analysis, visualization and management (e.g. matlab, Python, R, Origin, FAIR)
* Experience with computerized lab environment (LIMS, CDS, electronic lab notebook, scientific databases, etc.)
* Experience in additional analytical techniques, especially chromatography for quantitative analysis is a plus
* Open-minded personality and ability to collaborate in a cross-functional environment
* Strong team player with self-organizing skills and an independent way of working
* Proficient command of English; German is a plus
General information
* Start date: asap
* Planned duration: 12 months
* Workplace: Kaiseraugst
* Workload: 100%
If you are interested in this position, please send your resume in English to:
Nicole Blum
Senior Consultant Life Sciences
Work: +41 61 270 80 14
E-mail: nicole.blum@gigroup.com