Applications Scientist - R&D Center job in Columbia
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Maryland (MD),
Columbia
| Job Code: | APPLI002081 |
| Employer: | Shimadzu Scientific Instruments |
| Location | |
| Country: | United States |
| State: | Maryland (MD) |
| City: | Columbia |
| Post Date: | 03/06/2024 |
| Description | |
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WHO ARE WE? Established in 1975, Shimadzu Scientific Instruments is one of the largest suppliers of analytical instrumentation, physical testing, and environmental monitoring systems in the world. Ground-breaking scientific research, manufacturing ideas and results continue to propel Shimazu's outstanding reputation and "Excellence in Science." People dedicated to our mission have the largest impact on Shimadzu's continued growth and success. Would YOU like to join a diverse team of professionals working together with researchers, scientists and manufacturers to help better lives worldwide? WHAT CAN SHIMADZU OFFER YOU?
ADDITIONAL COMPENSATION:
POSITION SUMMARY: The individual in this position is responsible for offering new solutions to customers through application systems development. This Applications Scientist position requires exceptional technical knowledge and skills related to chromatography, communication and coordination skills, working closely with the collaborators and marketing/sales person to drive expand business opportunities. He/she has to have hands-on experience with liquid chromatography (LC), liquid chromatography mass spectrometry (LC-MS) and related instruments to perform applications development, to understand market demands, and to evaluate new technologies. The individual understands market, technological and regulatory trends and anticipates future opportunities especially in clinical, pharmaceuticals, forensic, food, and environmental markets to satisfy customer needs and Shimadzu's business objectives. This position focuses more on creating new business opportunities through application systems development incorporating any of Shimadzu products. Other related duties may be assigned from time to time. This document attempts to communicate the traditional, physical and environment demands associated with this position. The company will consider reasonable accommodation including changing the way the job is traditionally performed whenever necessary to provide individuals with disabilities an equal employment opportunity. JOB FUNCTIONS INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: SCOPE: This position's primary focus is to develop application systems to ensure that Shimadzu meets or exceeds its goal and objectives. This position will be involved in a part of North American and global collaboration projects. This position will also provide technical expertise and applications development to our customers, sales force, technical support, and service. KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS: CASUAL WORKING THOROUGH Hardware/Software engineering Human Relations Global/Cultural Relations Communication skills Organization Skills Analytical chemistry Sample preparation knowledge Shimadzu products Computer skills Teamwork Business Planning LC analysis knowledge LC/MS analysis knowledge Public Speaking Project management Technical problem solving PROBLEM SOLVING REQUIREMENTS: The individual in this position is required to solve complex problems within limited time frame with technical proficiency, scientific creativity and independent line of thought. The position requires extensive troubleshooting and isolation of variables in a methodical and efficient manner to solve customers and market problems. The ability to work with a diverse group while allocating limited resources effectively. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Ph.D. Degree in one of the Life Sciences. Minimum three years of experience in analytical lab experience as an applications scientist is desired. Global experience a plus. Position requires excellent written and oral communication skills including presentation experience to large and diverse audiences. At Shimadzu Scientific Instruments, we believe in providing structured career paths that recognize and reward talent. If your expertise surpasses the level specified in the listed position, we offer the flexibility to upgrade positions to better suit your qualifications accompanied by a salary adjustment. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The position requires frequent lifting or with other means for movement of instrumentation and parts. May include frequent bending, stooping, squatting, standing, walking, sitting for long periods of time and pulling/pushing of parts can also be expected. Incumbent must be able to lift up to 20 pounds routinely throughout the day. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. SAFETY/PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Position is required to maintain proper housekeeping and safety standards. Proper use of personal protective equipment and safety devices are required as stated by the Corporate Safety Document policies and procedures. WORK ENVIRONMENT: This position is based in an office or chemical/biosafety lab area that requires regular and predictable attendance. It will involve working alone on projects and collaborating as part of team. Incumbent may work at different workstations during the day and travel to regional locations/customers in order to support the product line and SSI Customer needs. Extra hours may periodically be required, in order to fulfill the functions required by this position. The position will include contact with all SSI employees and requires prompt and friendly handling of all related inquires. The position will include contact with customers and requires prompt and professional handling in all related matters. EEO Statement Shimadzu Scientific Instruments is an equal opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor. As applicable, the parties agree that they shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR Section 60-1.4(a); 41 CFR Section 60-300.5(a); 41 CFR Section 60-741.5(a); and 29 CFR Part 471, Appendix A to Subpart A with respect to affirmative action program and posting requirements, and that these requirements are incorporated herein. These regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors ensure nondiscrimination and take affirmative action in employment to employ and advance qualified individuals without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, and protected Veteran status. These regulations also prohibit covered contractors from taking adverse action against applicants or employees because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their or their co-worker's compensation information in certain situations. Shimadzu is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Shimadzu via email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position (and agency was requested to work the requisition) will be deemed the sole property of Shimadzu. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Shimadzu as a result of the referral or through other means. | |
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