NEW JOB OPENING
ASSOCIATE SCIENTIST
IN Trumbull, CT, USA!

Required Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent



Preferred Education

• Four-year college degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biology, or a related scientific field



Required Qualifications/Skills/Experience

• 1–3 years of laboratory experience

• Ability to understand and perform standard laboratory techniques

• Basic computer skills, including intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel

• Ability to work safely with hazardous chemicals and laboratory equipment

• Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations and safe laboratory practices.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills



Preferred Qualifications/Skills/Experience

• Formulation experience in consumer-packaged goods



Associate Scientist Overview

• The Associate Scientist works closely with scientists and senior scientists to support the development and evaluation of product formulations

• This role is responsible for planning and conducting laboratory assignments, measuring physical properties, validating product performance, and analyzing experimental results

• The individual interprets data, develops preliminary conclusions, and recommends next steps to support development objectives

• The Associate Scientist contributes to cross-functional project teams and supports the advancement of product development activities through laboratory testing and process improvements

• The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and adherence to laboratory safety and compliance standards

• The Associate Scientist is expected to maintain accurate laboratory documentation and support inventory and workspace management activities



Job Duties

• Execute experimental designs to optimize prototypes and achieve targeted performance metrics

• Record detailed observations and experimental data in laboratory notebooks and maintain accurate documentation

• Analyze results and present preliminary conclusions to management

• Assist in solving technical problems through the development or modification of testing procedures

• Perform standard and non-standard chemical, physical, and application testing to evaluate product composition and performance

• Maintain inventories of raw materials and laboratory supplies

• Ensure laboratory workspaces and equipment remain clean, organized, and in safe operating condition

• Follow safe work practices when handling hazardous chemicals and laboratory equipment

• Comply with all applicable federal, state, local, and corporate health, safety, and environmental regulations

• **Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered.**

• **Please note that all Position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client’s business needs and requirements.**