Scientist

Role Summary/Purpose:

We are looking for Scientist within the field of particle and pore characterization as well as polymer characterization, who enjoys laboratory work.
The role is within the Particle Design section of the BioProcess Media department, BioTechnologies R&D. The section?s main activities are focused on the design of structured particles for chromatographic separation of biomolecules.

Essential Responsibilities:

The main purpose of the role is to develop new and improve existing methods for particle/pore/polymer characterization as well as physical testing of prototypes.
You will use existing methods and perform characterization work in running projects. You will also act as technical specialist and follow the developments in the field. The role is strongly laboratory-based and we seek an enthusiastic co-worker with a keen interest in particle characterization.

Frequently used techniques for particle sizing are microscopy and image analysis, Coulter principle and light scattering; for pore characterization SEC, electron microscopy and diffusion NMR; for polymer characterization SEC-MALLS and SEC-TDS. Experience of those and in addition experience of spectroscopy and/or techniques for determination of physical characteristics of particles and of packed beds, such as pressure-flow properties and column packing, will be seen as advantages.

Essential responsibilities:

Independently plan and accomplish given tasks from Project Manager or Section Manager, to reach given project objectives.
Perform characterization work of porous materials and polymers.
Independently solve problems of "trouble shooting character" in project work.
Document and report results both orally and in written form.
Maintain laboratory notebooks in accordance with company policy and legal requirements.
Individually or in co-operation with others, whether at own initiative or in compliance with supervisor's instructions, improve old, and develop and/or invent new methods, applications, products, components, accessories, software and the like, which can be patentable.
Conduct all tasks within the frameworks of GE Healthcare policies and guidelines.

Please contact hiring manager Ingrid Porrvik should you have any questions about this role +46 18 612 0256.

Qualifications/Requirements:

PhD or equal experience in physical chemistry/polymer chemistry/material chemistry or equal experience
Experience of industrial development work
English and Swedish as working languages
EU work permit

Desired Characteristics:

Hands on experience of several analytical techniques and broad technical knowledge
Delivery focus
Good interpersonal skills