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Sr. AV Project Manager

Summary:

We are seeking a highly experienced and technically advanced Sr. AV Manager who can bridge business needs with technical execution. This role requires a strong client-facing professional who can consult on AV strategy, design enterprise-grade systems, manage projects end-to-end, and support installations when required.

The ideal candidate will be equally comfortable presenting AV solutions to executive stakeholders, designing complex video conferencing systems, leading integration teams, and supporting end users in a fast-paced, high-demand environment.

Responsibilities:

60% of the time

• Client & Business Engagement
• AV System Design & Engineering
• Project Management & Leadership

25% of the time

• BoM & Commercial Review
• Operation & Strategic Contribution
• Scope Documentation & Reporting

15% of the time

• Installation Oversight & Technical Support

Actual Product and/or Geographic Responsibilities (if applicable):

• AV consulting, design, manage project, support installation, and end-user support

Required Qualifications:

Education:

• 4-year college degree

Field Of Study:

• Network, Telecom, Audio/Visual

Experience, Knowledge and/or Skills:

Client & Business Engagement

• Serve as the primary AV subject matter expert (SME) for clients and business partners.
• Conduct client needs assessments and recommend scalable AV solutions.
• Confidently present and explain AV technologies, including video conferencing systems and collaboration services.
• Translate business requirements into technical AV designs.
• Maintain strong relationships with customers, vendors, and integration partners.

AV System Design & Engineering

• Design enterprise-level AV systems including:
• Video conferencing rooms (huddle, conference, boardroom, training rooms)
• Collaboration spaces and multi-purpose environments
• Digital signage and integrated AV systems
• Demonstrate deep knowledge of:
• Cisco Systems video conferencing solutions (Room Series, Codec platforms)
• Poly video collaboration systems
• Cisco Webex
• Microsoft Teams
• Zoom
• Design systems with proper signal flow, network integration, DSP configuration concepts, and control systems.
• Ensure interoperability between conferencing platforms and room systems.

Project Management & Leadership

• Lead AV projects from concept through completion.
• Manage internal technicians and/or third-party AV integration partners.
• Develop project timelines, milestones, and resource plans.
• Coordinate with IT, network, facilities, and construction teams.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with scope.
• Proactively mitigate project risks and resolve technical challenges.

Bill of Materials (BoM) & Commercial Review

• Develop detailed Bills of Materials (BoM) with appropriate AV components.
• Ensure selected equipment aligns with design intent, compatibility, and budget.
• Review vendor quotations and validate technical accuracy.
• Review partner invoices against approved scope and pricing.
• Support procurement processes and cost optimization strategies.

Scope Documentation & Reporting

• Clearly define and communicate full project scope to both clients and AV integrators.
• Produce technical design documentation and system diagrams.
• Prepare project completion reports including:
• Final as-built documentation
• Equipment lists
• Test results
• Client sign-off documentation
• Maintain organized documentation for audit and service continuity.

Installation Oversight & Technical Support

• Oversee and, when required, assist with AV system installation and commissioning.
• Perform system testing, validation, and user acceptance support.
• Provide advanced troubleshooting for video conferencing and AV integration issues.
• Deliver end-user training and ongoing support.
• Provide white-glove executive support when necessary.

Operational & Strategic Contribution

• Establish AV standards and best practices.
• Recommend lifecycle upgrades and technology roadmaps.
• Stay current with emerging AV technologies and collaboration trends.
• Support business development efforts with technical consultation.

Computer Skills:

• Computer skills at level to understand and use MS Word, Excel, and PPT.

Travel:

• 50%

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; climb or balance and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and color vision.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience in AV system design, integration, and project management.
• Proven experience managing enterprise AV deployments.
• Strong understanding of IP-based AV, networking fundamentals, and UC platforms.
• Ability to communicate effectively with executives, engineers, and technicians.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams in high-demand environments.
• Strong documentation and reporting skills.
• Executive-level communication skills
• Technical depth with business acumen
• Strong leadership and decision-making abilities
• Detail-oriented with high accountability
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-pressure environments
• Customer-first mindset
• Korean/English Bi-lingual

Preferred Certifications:

• AVIXA CTS, CTS-D, or CTS-I
• PMP certification is a plus

Pay range is $32-$40 per hour with full benefits available, including paid time off, medical/dental/vision/life insurance, 401K, parental leave, and more. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. Pay is based on several factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

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Responsibilities:

• Draft electrical, software, computer, business method, and mechanical patent applications.
• Draft responses to patent application office actions.
• Research and prepare opinions related to patentability, patent validity, freedom to operate and infringement.
• Docketing via DocketTrak docketing system.

· Electronic filing of IP cases via the USPTO's EFS-WEB online filing system.

· Preparation of patent filings.

· Preparation and transmission of form cover letters.

• Assist with IP-related agreements and transactions.
• Assist in other legal matters as needed.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• A technical degree, preferably in electrical engineering, computer science, or an equivalent degree.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• A strong attention to detail.
• Ability to quickly identify and prioritize issues.
• Knowledge and command of U.S. Patent Office procedures.
• Experience with DocketTrak docketing software preferred but not required.
• Experience with EFS-WEB online filing system preferred.
• One – three years patent attorney experience but willing to train the right candidate; including 3 year law students with immediate availability.
• DETAIL-ORIENTED.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook required.
• Experience with USPTO online filing systems a requirement.
• A college degree and juris doctorate required.

If you would like to apply for this position please forward the following information to for immediate consideration:

• Resume
• Salary requirements

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The Food Scientist II reports directly to the Research & Technical Development Lead and plays a critical role in advancing technical platforms, ingredient research, and process feasibility for snack and confectionery products. This role is responsible for developing scalable scientific solutions that support the company's innovation pipeline. The position focuses on early-stage formulation science, functionality modeling, and technical risk mitigation prior to commercialization handoff.

The Food Scientist operates within the Technical & Research Team and collaborates closely with the Product Development & Commercialization Team during scale-up and launch readiness phases.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Technical Platform Development

· Support the Research & Technical Development Lead in building and optimizing core technology platforms (e.g., probiotic systems, fiber enriched system, sugar reduction system, hydrocolloid systems, protein enhanced system).

· Conduct ingredient functionality studies to understand structure-function relationships.

· Develop reusable technical frameworks that enable multiple pipeline products.

2. Advanced Formulation Science

· Design and optimize complex formulations for snack and confectionery applications.

· Investigate texture stability, moisture migration, hydrolysis risks, glass transition behavior, and shelf-life quality indicator.

· Conduct structured root cause analysis for technical performance issues.

· Translate scientific findings into scalable formulation strategies.

3. Process Feasibility & Risk Mitigation

· Evaluate processing parameters (e.g., heating time, vacuum, Brix, pH, Aw) to ensure technical robustness.

· Identify potential scalability constraints early in development.

· Support pilot-scale validation and collaborate with commercialization teams as needed.

4. Stability Prediction

· Design preliminary accelerated and real-time stability studies.

· Establish quality benchmarks for texture, moisture, color, and API ingredients.

5. Cross-Functional Collaboration

· Partner with Product Development during transition from research to commercialization.

· Provide technical input to embedded analytical and compliance resources.

· Support supplier technical assessments and ingredient validation.

6. Documentation & Technical Governance

· Maintain accurate and complete formulation documentation in designated systems.

· Develop detailed technical reports and risk assessments for internal review.

Qualifications:

· Master's degree in Food Science, Food Engineering, Chemistry, or related field.

· 2–4+ years of experience in snack and/or confectionery and/or gummy and/or bars of R&D.

· Strong knowledge of hydrocolloids, fiber systems, sugar reduction systems, and moisture control mechanisms.

Overview

The Site Quality Manager is responsible for leading the quality function at their site and developing, implementing, and continuously improving the Humanscale Business System which exceeds customer expectations, satisfies regulatory requirements, improves operational efficiency, and reduces the cost of poor quality.

Essential Functions

• Customer Focus and Continuous Improvement
• Promote a quality culture and customer focused approach
• Capture the Voice of the Customer through customer feedback to enable development and value chain to improve design and execution
• Drive timely and effective resolution of customer issues
• Leadership
• Lead the Quality Assurance, Quality Control, and Quality Testing functions within the site
• Supervise workers engaged in the inspection and testing of activities to ensure efficient productivity and high technical integrity
• Manage the performance of the team through key performance metrics. Develop team to continuously improve performance and results
• Design, develop, and implement quality control training programs
• Conduct or arrange periodic training sessions to keep team members informed on proper procedures and methods
• Operations
• Establish and deploy site Quality objectives in line with Global Quality objectives
• Analyze and communicate the adequacy and effectiveness of the Humanscale Business System through performance metrics
• Coordinate and participate in Material Review Board (MRB) meetings
• Lead and participate in root cause analysis
• Drive effective corrective actions to prevent recurrence of non-conformances utilizing A3/SPS, 8D, and similar tools
• Execute cost of poor quality reduction measures to drive company savings
• Ensure compliance with customer, industry, and regulatory requirements
• Improve and error-proof business processes utilizing SS / Lean methodologies
• Develop, implement, and maintain quality specifications and standards for all raw materials, components, and finished goods
• Create, document, and implement inspection criteria and procedures
• Quality System
• Lead site Quality Performance Reviews
• Lead internal audits and drive timely closure of findings
• Apply total quality management tools and approaches to analytical and reporting processes

Qualification

• Bachelor's degree from an Engineering discipline (Mechanical preferred)
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in Quality Control in a manufacturing environment
• Minimum of 2 years of management experience
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems, especially ISO 9000
• Knowledge of ERP systems, especially Oracle and Infor, is highly desirable
• Lean Manufacturing experience a plus
• Experience with developing/documenting procedures
• Excellent interpersonal skills to lead the quality function to a higher level of performance
• Demonstrated customer focus, with drive and determination to improve quality performance
• Able to direct and lead others to produce desired results
• Demonstrated analytical skills, combining multiple data sources to create quality insights that drive improvement.
• Demonstrates attention to detail and thrives in a team environment.
• Exercise initiative, achievement, and independent judgment

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Competitive base
• Medical Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• HSA, FSA, Commuter Benefits
• Medical Discounts
• Ancillary Benefits
• Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Insurance
• Voluntary, Spouse, and Child Life Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Discount Programs
• 401k matching
• Paid time off (including 15 PTO days and 11 holidays)

Salary Range: $86,829 - $126, 649

Please note that the salary information is a general guideline. Humanscale considers other factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market location and business considerations when extending an offer.

Company Overview

Humanscale is the premier designer and manufacturer of ergonomic products that improve health and comfort at work. We have a focus on sustainability with 70% of our products currently certified as having a Net Positive impact on the environment. Our award-winning office products – seating, sit/stand desks, technology support and lighting – have led the industry in performance and simplicity for over 40 years.

Humanscale is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Disabled/Veteran)

Scam Notice: Please be aware that there are individuals and organizations that may attempt to scam job seekers by offering fraudulent employment opportunities in the name of Humanscale. These scams may involve fake job postings, unsolicited emails, or messages claiming to be from our recruiters or hiring managers. Humanscale will never ask for any personal account information, such credit card details or bank account numbers, during the recruitment process.

• Support without hesitation General Plant Safety, Food Safety, Food Defense Initiatives and Good Manufacturing Practices with an understanding that these are absolutes and are Priority #1.
• Plans details of work order procedures; gathers required tools and materials based on instructions and specifications provided for the job.
• Fabricate, weld, and assemble stainless steel components used in bakery production equipment, conveyors, racks, and support structures.
• Perform TIG, MIG, and stick welding on stainless steel, mild steel, and aluminum materials.
• Repair damaged bakery equipment, including mixers, conveyors, ovens, pans, racks, and piping using cutting, burning, and welding techniques and equipment.
• Monitors the welding, burning, and fitting process to ensure parts are not overheated or damaged by warping, distortion, expansion, or shrinkage.
• Modify existing equipment to improve production efficiency or meet operational requirements.
• Prepares, assembles, and tacks weld parts and surfaces to be welded.
• Interpret blueprints, schematics, and fabrication drawings to complete projects accurately.
• Ensure all fabricated equipment meets food safety and sanitary welding standards for food manufacturing.
• Grind, polish, and finish welds to maintain hygienic surfaces suitable for food production.
• Work closely with the maintenance and engineering teams to support plant projects and equipment upgrades.
• Maintain welding equipment, tools, and fabrication shop area.
• Follow OSHA safety regulations and food safety policies (GMPs).
• Assist with installation of new bakery equipment and production lines.
• Notifies supervisor when faulty equipment or defective materials are discovered.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Strong knowledge and experience in TIG welding as well as MIG welding.
• Thorough understanding of machines and tools used in welding including but not limited to designs, uses, maintenance and repair.
• Must have knowledge, experience and ability to weld steel, aluminum and stainless-steel using Arc, Tig, and Mig welding methods.
• Knowledge of metal cutting, grinding, and finishing
• Knowledge of fabrication layouts and measurements
• Basic understanding of design techniques, principles, and tools necessary for the precise production of technical plans, drawings, models and blueprints.
• Excellent ability to read and listen to assignments given in a variety of forms.
• Basic understanding of mathematics as it relates to welding assignments.
• Mechanical aptitude
• Ability to Problem-solve and troubleshoot equipment.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a formal apprenticeship in welding or metal fabrication.
• Minimum 2–5 years welding/fabrication experience, preferably in food manufacturing, bakery, or industrial environments.
• Experience with stainless steel sanitary welding is strongly preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints.
• Knowledge of GMP, food safety, and sanitary design standards.
• Must be able to weld components that are vertical, flat, or overhead.
• Must have enough manual dexterity and stability as required for precision work.
• Must be able to see details at close range.
• Must be able to traverse facilities and machinery by climbing, balancing, lifting, walking, stooping, and carrying materials.
• May require working nights, weekends, or overtime depending on production needs.

The Director of Project Management for the Standard Products division will plan, direct, coordinate, and oversee standard products project management activities in the organization, ensuring development and implementation of efficient operations and cost-effective systems to meet current and future needs of the organization.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Recruits, interviews, hires, and trains project management staff in the department.
• Oversees the daily workflow of the department.
• Provides guidance and assistance to the project management staff.
• Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations.
• Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Establishes, implements, and communicates the tactile direction of the standard products project management division.
• Collaborates with executive leadership to meet company goals while supplying expertise and guidance on project management systems.
• Collaborates with other divisions and departments to carry out the organization's goals and objectives.
• Identifies, recommends, and implements new processes, technologies, and systems to improve and streamline organizational processes and use of resources and materials.
• Establishes, communicates, and implements project management related policies, practices and standards to ensure effective and consistent support and execution.
• Reviews and validates project budgets and invoicing plans.
• Reviews and manages project management staffing requirements.
• Presents periodic performance reports and metrics to company leadership.
• Maintains knowledge of emerging technologies and trends in project management.
• Identifies training needs and ensures proper training is developed and provided.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Extensive knowledge of the principles, procedures, and best practices in the industry.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Engineering, or other industry-related field required.
• At least 10 years of industry-related experience including 3 years in management required.

Travel Requirements:

• At least 1 trip a month to accompany Project Managers to their job sites or attend conferences and meetings.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Why You'll Love Working at Avantor

At Avantor, you're not just joining a finance team-you're stepping into a missiondriven organization where your insights and leadership truly matter. As a Sr. Accountant, you will:

Make a Visible Impact

Your work directly influences financial accuracy, operational excellence, and strategic business decisions across a global enterprise.

Grow Your Career with Intention

Elevate your technical accounting skills, deepen your SOX expertise, or expand into leadership-Avantor supports professional growth at every stage.

Lead Through Influence

Collaborate closely with Engineering, FP&A, and crossfunctional partners. Your coaching, mentorship, and process ownership will improve team performance and strengthen our financial operations.

Thrive in an Inclusive, Collaborative Culture

We value cultural confidence and competence. You'll work with diverse teams that welcome diverse perspectives and promote a sense of belonging.

Leverage Modern Tools & Systems

Your SAP and ERP experience will be put to strategic use as you participate in process enhancements, system optimization, and internal control strengthening.

Drive Process Improvements

Bring your ideas, identify gaps, and implement workflows that elevate operational efficiency and accuracy.

Competitive Salary & Stability

This role offers a competitive salary up to $110,000 and the stability of a global, established, and growthoriented organization.

Built for EST Candidates

Ideal for candidates located in NY, NJ, or PA, where collaboration aligns seamlessly with business needs and time zone requirements.

What We're Looking For

To attract the most qualified talent, we emphasize these key criteria:

Required Competencies

• Willing to work in the Eastern Time Zone (preferably based in NY, NJ, PA)

• Culturally confident and culturally competent communicator

• Strong SAP and ERP system experience

• Experience in team leadership, coaching, and mentoring

• Proven process implementation and continuous improvement mindset

• High accountability and ownership of work quality

• SOX control experience

• Fixed asset accounting expertise

• Salary requirement: up to $110,000 maximum

Role Overview

Under general supervision, the Sr. Accountant will collaborate with partners across the organization to:

• Provide detailed reports, including profit/loss projections

• Present financial reports and insights to internal leaders

• Analyze financial data and propose solutions to accounting issues

• Investigate and provide feedback on irregularities

• Support monthend, quarterend, and yearend closing processes

• Ensure SOX compliance and support remediation efforts

• Assist internal and external audit processes

• Manage fixed asset accounting including acquisition, classification, depreciation, and disposal

• Partner with Engineering on capital project accounting (budgets, AUC tracking, requests, capitalization)

• Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, roll forwards, and variance analysis

• Conduct balance sheet reconciliations and validate subsystem accuracy

• Support tax filings (sales/use tax)

• Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance accuracy & efficiency

• Validate accuracy of work product and uphold quality standards

Who You Are

You demonstrate a balance of technical depth, operational awareness, and the ability to collaborate across diverse teams. You also bring:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

• 3-6+ years of relevant experience

• Strong ERP experience (SAP preferred)

• Intermediate-Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables)

• Solid GAAP knowledge and internal controls understanding

• Strong organizational skills and exceptional followup

• Proactive problemsolver with continuous improvement orientation

• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively

• High degree of discretion, professionalism, and critical thinking

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.

The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.

We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

Pay Transparency:

The expected pre-tax pay for this position is

Actual pay may differ depending on relevant factors such as prior experience and geographic location.

EEO Statement:

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the Know Your Rights poster.

3rd Party Non-Solicitation Policy:

By submitting candidates without having been formally assigned on and contracted for a specific job requisition by Avantor, or by failing to comply with the Avantor recruitment process, you forfeit any fee on the submitted candidates, regardless of your usual terms and conditions. Avantor works with a preferred supplier list and will take the initiative to engage with recruitment agencies based on its needs and will not be accepting any form of solicitation.

Avantor offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness programs, health savings and flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with company match, and an employee stock purchase program. Employees also receive 11 paid holidays, accrue 18 PTO days annually, are eligible for volunteer time off and 6 weeks of 100% paid parental leave (except in states that offer paid family leave). These benefits may not apply to employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement or those subject to other eligibility rules.

Job Description:

We believe in bold ideas, diverse perspectives, and the drive to transform knowledge into impact. Here, your curiosity fuels progress, your voice shapes innovation, and your ambition helps redefine what's possible within science and learning. We are a culture that obsesses over impact, challenges, and drives what's next to power infinite possibilities for our customers, colleagues and society at large.

About the Role:

We power infinite possibilities.

For more than 200 years, we've transformed knowledge into discoveries that shape the world. Today, our global team of innovators, creators, and experts is driving what's next in science, education, and publishing-creating impact that reaches everywhere.

We're not just observers of progress. We're the ones accelerating scientific breakthroughs, advancing learning, and sparking innovation that redefines entire fields and improves lives.

Here, your talent matters. Your ideas have room to grow. And your work creates breakthroughs that can change everything.

Wiley is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We evaluate all qualified applicants and treat all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or based on any individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Wiley is also committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact for assistance.

We are proud that our workplace promotes continual learning and internal mobility. Our values support courageous teammates, needle movers, and learning champions all while striving to support the health and well-being of all employees. We offer meeting-free Friday afternoons allowing more time for heads down work and professional development, and through a robust body of employee programing we facilitate a wide range of opportunities to foster community, learn, and grow.

We are committed to fair, transparent pay, and we strive to provide competitive compensation in addition to a comprehensive benefits package. The range below represents Wiley's good faith and reasonable estimate of the base pay for this role at the time of posting roles either in the United Kingdom, Canada or USA. It is anticipated that most qualified candidates will fall within the range, however the ultimate salary offered for this role may be higher or lower and will be set based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, skills, and competencies.

When applying, please attach your resume/CV to be considered.

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Location:

My client is looking for a Senior R&D Project Manager to work onsite in their Parsippany NJ office.

This is an exciting role who will be responsible for the successful execution of product development projects. You will plan, coordinate and lead the execution of activities to ensure that the goals and objectives of the project are accomplished within the prescribed timeframe and funding parameters. This is a technical position and the candidate must have an engineering background in order to manage and contribute to the development of new products. The projects that will be managed include a mix of new product development, product line extensions, and sustaining engineering releases.

Essential Functions

• Must have the ability to implement multiple projects simultaneously outside technical area of expertise.
• Ability to balance electrical, mechanical, and software development issues at the system level
• Lead the execution of assigned product development programs in accordance with established processes and procedures.
• Lead and motivate cross-functional team performance toward the goal of completing projects according to the defined objectives.
• Develop detailed project work plans and schedules.
• Manage product requirements and traceability.
• Lead design review and risk management activities.
• Manage technical partners/ vendors supporting product development activities.
• Effectively utilize problem solving skills and techniques to identify potential issues, assess their impact, and develop and implement mitigation and resolution plans and activities.
• Employ excellent interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills with all levels of personnel and management.
• Prepare and/or manage the preparation of all required project documentation.
• Facilitate and coordinate project team meetings and management presentations as required.

Required/Preferred Education and Experience

• BS degree in Engineering required.
• Advanced degree preferred.
• 5+ years managing technical product development.
• Experience with medical device capital equipment development.
• 10+ years of experience as an engineer developing products, preferably in the medical device industry.
• PMP certification desired.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of global standards and regulations for Design Controls, Risk Management, and Electrical Safety for Medical Devices.
• Demonstrated aptitude for successfully managing multiple projects, of varying complexity, within the specified guidelines, timeframes and budgets.
• Demonstrated understanding of electrical, mechanical, and software engineering practices at the system level.
• Experience with Scrum and Agile processes.
• Knowledge of fluid mechanics or past experience with ventilators/aspirators a plus.

The annual salary for this position is $150K-$160K. This position is eligible for an annual bonus in accordance with the company’s bonus plans. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401K, etc.

R&D Scientist II – Materials / Polymer Focus (Lab-Based) - 626501

Location: Franklin Lakes, NJ (Onsite – 5 days/week)

Duration: 12-month contract (W2)

Pay Rate: ~$35.75 - $37.75/hr.

Overview

We are seeking a junior-level R&D Scientist II to join a Specimen Management R&D team, supporting the development of blood collection devices (e.g., tubes, needles, plastic components).

This role is highly lab-focused (≈50%+ hands-on testing) and ideal for candidates with a background in materials science, polymer chemistry, or chemical engineering who enjoy bench work and experimental testing.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct material characterization and testing, including:
• FTIR, DSC, TGA, rheology, and mechanical testing
• Environmental Stress Cracking (ESC) and Thermal Cycle Analysis (TCA)
• Design and execute lab experiments and test protocols
• Perform root cause investigations related to material and product failures
• Support material selection, qualification, and vendor/material changes
• Prepare samples and prototypes for internal and external testing
• Document results and provide data-driven recommendations
• Assist with small-scale material assessments and innovation efforts
• Maintain lab equipment and follow Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, etc.)
• Support testing involving human blood samples (training and PPE provided)

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in: Materials Science, Polymer Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• 2+ years of laboratory experience (industry or academic)
• Hands-on experience with materials testing and characterization
• Strong interest in polymer/material science (non-metal/ceramic focus)
• Comfortable working in a lab-heavy, hands-on role
• Basic knowledge of statistical tools (Excel, Minitab, etc.)
• Ability to conduct independent research and literature reviews

Preferred Qualifications

• Polymers or plastic materials (especially for medical devices)
• Material formulation or modification
• ESC, TCA, or similar testing methods
• Exposure to analytical chemistry techniques
• Experience working with biological materials or blood samples
• Background in tissue engineering or DNA-related work (nice-to-have)

Work Environment & Expectations

• 50%+ lab-based work (testing, characterization, experimentation)
• Remaining time focused on analysis, reporting, and innovation projects
• Fully onsite role (no remote option)
• No travel required
• Dynamic, fast-paced R&D environment
• Opportunity for long-term growth

Interview Process

• Initial screening with Hiring Manager
• Follow-up panel interview with project team (virtual via Teams)

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Early-career scientist with a strong materials/polymer background
• Curious, hands-on, and eager to learn
• Comfortable working independently in a lab setting
• Interested in medical device R&D and material innovation