Associate Scientist

Associate Scientist
Location: Darien, CT
Pay Rate: $30.00/hour to $35.00/hour
Duration: One Year+
Hours: Mon to Fri 9am to 5pm

Qualifications:
• College degree in science related field or equivalent laboratory experience.
• Computer applications:
o Proficient MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint and File Explorer
o Ability to learn and develop comfort with various instrumentation software.
• Careful adherence to established procedures and proposed experimental design.
• Detail oriented and manual dexterity when working with instruments and samples.
• Demonstrating integrity in performing tasks to produce repeatable data.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities:
• Collects samples and prepares hair swatches to perform methods adhering to a set procedure.
• Performs technical procedures to measure product performance on hair with variety of lab equipment.
• Analyzes data, performs statistical calculations, and draws conclusions to substantiate claims.
• Documents work and writes reports on product evaluation in conformance with company policies and standards.
• Keeps laboratory consumables organized and stocked, assembling and dismantling instruments where necessary.
• Aids in the research and development of new methods and exploratory claims substantiation.
• Analyzes consumer insights and survey data to draw conclusions on new claims language and trends.
• Maintains and stores internal documentation to company database.


Benefits (employee contribution):

• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Rate of pay within the stated range will depend on the qualification of the applicant.