Senior Scientist-R&D

Company: TRI-K Industries
Location: Derry
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

Description: About TRI-KSince 1974, TRI-K Industries, Inc. has been a leading manufacturer of specialty ingredients, bringing innovative concepts and products to life for the cosmetics industry. TRI-K strives to keep ahead of the curve with a specialization in cosmetic proteins and multi-functional peptides, natural actives, preservatives, and mild surfactants. TRI-K is a member of the Galaxy Group, with sales offices, manufacturing facilities and partners around the world. At TRI-K, we combine an awareness of consumer trends with innovative technologies to maintain our superior offering in the industry. Our in-house development team is constantly pioneering the discovery of new materials, resulting in enhanced consumer benefits. TRI-K Industries is a wonderful place to start your career with opportunities to learn and grow.We offer a competitive compensation package including:MedicalDental401 (K)VisionPaid Time OffLife InsuranceIn addition to other programs and plansSummary: Researches plant sources and develops new cosmetic proteins, peptides and botanical actives. Drives breakthrough and next-gen research to solidify TRI-K position in beauty care market.Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Proteins/Botanical ActivesResearch and identify new sources by performing analysis, identifying benefits, evaluating feasibility of processing, and exploring supply chain availability Develop new proteins and derivatives, participate in scale up process, and establishment of specifications; prepare technology transfer docketsExplore new potential benefits within the current protein/botanical actives family, identify unique selling proposition and market appeal, and differentiate the performance from like products on the market.Investigate possibilities and benefits of line extensions and functional blendsResearch the feasibility of combining proteins with other chemistries and developing the compoundsResearch prior patents to allow for freedom to operate going forward. Design, coordinate and monitor the product studiesCollaborates with engineering team to investigate and introduce new technologiesManagement of R&D Assist with the management of R&D Laboratory and technical staff and daily operation of the department Monitor R&D projects, their progress and the timelines through the stage gate processActive teamwork/ leadership of all R&D team membersAdditional ResponsibilitiesExplore new partnerships and collaborations with academia Provide business support, make customer/ SCC visits, and prepare scientifpresentations, write papers Establish oneself as a subject matter expert for high level scientific endeavorsCollaboration with peers and various functional departmentsRequirements: Education/Experience:Advanced degree (PhD or MS) - preferred - in related scientific field (ie. organic chemistry, cosmetic science, microbiology, etc) with 5+ years of experience in a similar industryOr BS in related scientific field with 10+ years of experience in a similar industryPI200812390

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