Collabera · 15 hours ago
Associate Scientist -Research and Development/Product Development
North Chicago, IL
Contract
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$30/hr - $40/hrCollabera is seeking an Associate Scientist I to support laboratory-based research and development initiatives focused on product innovation and process optimization. This role involves collaborating with experienced scientists and engineers to advance new product development and improve existing commercial products in a hands-on laboratory environment.
ConsultingInformation TechnologyInformation Services
Hiring Manager
Gagandeep Singh
Responsibilities
Support laboratory experiments related to product development and process optimization initiatives
Assist with equipment design, setup, optimization, and troubleshooting activities
Collect, analyze, and document experimental data in accordance with internal quality standards
Collaborate with cross-functional scientific and engineering teams on ongoing research projects
Prepare technical documentation, summaries, and presentations to communicate findings effectively
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline
Previous research or hands-on laboratory experience in an academic or professional setting
Experience supporting equipment design, optimization, or troubleshooting activities
Strong verbal, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to work full time in an onsite laboratory environment
Preferred
Exposure to process chemistry concepts
Familiarity with modeling or simulation tools
Experience using data analysis software in a laboratory or research setting
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Life insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Short-term disability insurance
Paid parking/public transportation
Paid time off
Paid sick and safe time
Hours of paid vacation time
Weeks of paid parental leave
Paid holidays annually – as applicable
Company
Collabera
Collabera is an end-to-end information technology services and solutions provider helping clients align their business and IT strategies.
Founded in 1991
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$30M2006-05-04Series Unknown· $30M
Leadership Team
Lalit Sharma
CFO
Michael H. Abraham
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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