Scientist - Biotech jobs in Wichita, KS

Job Purpose and Impact

The Research Scientist will plan, organize and perform scientific research projects in a particular scientific or academic field. In this role, you will develop theories for understanding, characterizing and organizing natural phenomena into a systematic and relevant pattern for research into potential new products or inventions.

Key Accountabilities

• Coordinate interdepartmental activities and research efforts.
• Participate in intellectual property evaluations and development of patent applications.
• Present ongoing work and findings to senior staff and external events and summarizes the nature and methodology of the research.
• Collaborate with industry or academic specialists to apply the results of research and develop new techniques.
• Create and conduct experiments and analyzes results and data.
• Handle basic issues and problems under direct supervision, while escalating more complex issues to appropriate staff.
• Other duties as assigned

Position Information

• Relocation assistance will not be provided for this position.
• Travel is required to cover the area of responsibility.
• This posting will expire on March 12th, 2024.
• A strong candidate has been identified for this position. However, we will consider all candidates who meet the requirements.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience
• Shelf-life assessment experience
• Ability to travel 25% of the time
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
• Ability to conduct repetitive hand motions in a laboratory setting

Preferred Qualifications

• Beginning-to-working knowledge of research techniques
• Lab experience in the field of food safety research
• One or more years of related work experience