Associate Scientist

Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team.

Job Title: Associate Scientist

Location(s): Richmond, VA

Top Skills:

• Ability to follow SOPs and willing to work on routine assignments.
• Willingness and ability to learn new techniques and develop new skills.
• Ability to develop new methods and test new matrices.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Prepare liquid, solid, and other required formulations, and prototypes according to instructions.
• Prepare analytical samples and operate analytical instruments according to SOPs and instructions with minimal supervision.
• Independently conduct material characterization and prototype testing, according to SOPs and instructions.
• Handle pure nicotine according to SOP; prepare nicotine solution according to instructions.
• Working on different material processing, following instructions as per SOP.
• Assist Principal Scientists with prototyping and 3D printing.
• Assist in the installation and routine maintenance of instruments, apparatus, and equipment.
• Upon request, independently conduct literature survey, create design of experiments, execute according to the plan, and summarize results.
• Adhere to safety procedures and protocols to conduct chemistry, ingredient handling, material processing, and testing experiments.

Requirements :

• Degree (BS minimum) in chemistry, materials science, polymer engineering, chemical engineering, or related scientific and engineering discipline.
• Ability to follow SOPs and willing to work on routine assignments.
• Ability to write procedures.
• Willingness and ability to learn new techniques and develop new skills.
• Ability to develop new methods and test new matrices.
• Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.