Senior Scientist

Orion GroupIrvine, CA, United States

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Scientist III

50 - $53 / hr medical benefits available at a cost

8 month initial contract

100% onsite in Irvine, CA

Standard first shift

Orion Project Services and a leading pharmaceutical company have partnered up to bring you an exciting contract opportunity out of one of their Irvine, CA locations!!! We are seeking candidates experienced with biomaterials and / or biologics related to medical device and drug delivery systems.

Don’t pass on this amazing opportunity to work on advancing the field of medical aesthetics and biologics through innovative biomaterials development!!!!!

Position Summary

The Contractor, Scientist III, Biomaterials –Working under general supervision, the role focuses on the creation of next-generation biomaterials and localized delivery systems for biologics. The responsibilities span the science and engineering of polymers including their design, synthesis, modification, fabrication, and characterization, as well as prototype formulation (injectable hydrogels, particles, implants) and process development.

Scientist III Key Duties / Responsibilities :

Role Scientific Execution Oversight : 95%

Lead and actively participate in planning experimental studies aimed at developing novel biomaterials and biologics.
Conduct experimental studies related to the synthesis, formulation, fabrication, and characterization of advanced biomaterials and prototypes.
Analyze and interpret experimental data to derive conclusions and propose actionable technical recommendations to propel project progress.
Collaborate with cross-functional R&D teams to achieve shared project goals through joint experimental studies.

Scientific Communication Oversight : 5%

Engage in and present at project team meetings to discuss project activities, review completed tasks, and assess technical progress.

Contribute to the writing of technical reports, memoranda, and documents for both internal and external dissemination.

Qualifications needed to be successful in this role :

M.S. or B.S. degree in Biomaterials Science, Biomedical engineering, Polymer Chemistry, Materials Engineering, Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, or related fields.

3+ (M.S.) or 6+ (B.S.) years of relevant experience, including industrial experience.

Preferred experience with biomaterials and / or biologics related to medical device and drug delivery systems.

Data presentation and collaboration

Proficient in presenting information and responding to inquiries from groups of managers and technical peers.

Skilled in presenting facts and recommendations both orally and in writing.

Possess technical competence and expertise in Biomaterials Science (e.g., polymer synthesis, cross-linked / modified polymers, hydrogels, biomaterial-tissue interfaces, polymer fabrication processes, drug delivery systems)

Possess technical competence and expertise in biologics

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