The R&D Specialist will execute R&D prototype fabrication under aseptic conditions independently following procedures established by R&D technical leads.The R&D Specialist will follow instructions from pilot manager to assist R&D new product development, including formulation and material fabrication, sample testing and documentation under design control and Alcon's quality system.The R&D Specialist will assist and/or lead in writing fabrication protocols, batch records, reports and related documentations.The R&D Specialist will assist in lab management, pilot line development and qualification as well as preventive maintenance. Have knowledge and experiences in operating under aseptic conditions.Have knowledge of the laboratory instruments, pilot line equipment and clean room requirementsHave knowledge and experiences in larger scale (pilot and manufacturing) processes; laboratory skills, in particularly experiences related to chemistry, analytical, sterilization is desired.Have knowledge and experiences in GDP, GMP requirements.Have knowledge and experiences in operating under aseptic conditions.Have strong knowledge and experiences in GDP, GMP requirements, and perform with high quality.Have knowledge and experiences in formulation preparation, familiar with related equipment, such as preparing solutions, emulsions, and gel, at manufacturing scale, knowledge in lab and pilot scale is desired.Conducting testing following established methodology, and release and package products based on pre-determined specification, acceptance criteria.Assist in calibration, qualification, preventive maintenance and other related tasks.Assist in maintaining and management of aseptic facility, utility and pilot equipment.Assist in create and maintain raw materials, formulation, product management system, such as order suppliers, inventory control, preventive maintenance of the lab and pilot line.Ensure compliance with applicable quality system standards and design control requirement.Stay focused at tasks, effectively manage time to support daily priorities of R&D activities.Be pro-active, positive, ability to work under pressure and handle multiple assignments.
Key Requirements/Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +8 yrs;Assoc.+4 yrs)The ability to fluently read, write, understand, and communicate in English.Benefit from working in a highly collaborative environment.Join Alcon's mission to provide outstanding, innovative products and solutions to improve sight, improve lives, and grow your career!Alcon provides robust benefits package including health, life, retirement, flexible time off, and much more!Travel Requirements: Domestic, less than 5%Relocation assistance: NoSponsorship available: NoAlcon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. Alcon takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment and our policies are not to discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Alcon is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an email to [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.