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Registered Nurse (RN) - Stroke Treatment & Recovery (STAR)

Full Time - 36 hours/pay

Day/Morning Shifts (7AM - 7PM and 7PM - 7AM)

Newark, DE

Christiana Hospital is currently seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Stroke Treatment and Recovery Unit (STAR). Our Stroke Treatment & Recovery is a 29-bed unit with stroke patients and as well as medical overflow patients. You also gain the experience to work with other disciplines to provide care to these patients.

Click the link to learn about our STAR Unit & Experience Requirements:

• Delaware RN licensure or eligibility for licensure in the state of Delaware
• BSN required; or commitment to obtaining within three years of the date of hire.
• BLS certification is required.
• ACLS Certification preferred.
• One year of experience as an RN is required.
• RN experience in Med Surg and Acute Care preferred.

ChristianaCare Offers:

• Full Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, etc.
• Two retirement planning offerings, including 403(b) with company contributions.
• Generous paid time off with annual roll-over and opportunities to cash-out
• 12-week paid parental leave
• Tuition assistance
• Incredible Work/Life benefits including annual membership to , access to backup care services for dependents through , retirement planning services, financial coaching, fitness and wellness reimbursement, and great discounts through several vendors for hotels, rental cars, theme parks, shows, sporting events, movie tickets and much more!

Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

The ChristianaCare Microbiology Laboratory located on the Newark campus, is currently recruiting for a Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technician.

This position is full time, Day shift, in the Newark Microbiology Lab. The work hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm. and every third weekend and 2-3 holidays per year.  The position also requires a periodic rotation to the Microbiology Lab at Wilmington.   

Responsibilities:

• Accurately performs all test procedures as listed in the procedure manual.

• Performs and records all scheduled instrument preventative maintenance procedures.

• Follows established quality control procedures, documenting corrective action if necessary.

• Adheres to all turnaround times, documents calls as necessary, verifies critical values and specimen identification.

• Verifies completion of all stat results and all routine results in a timely manner.

• Records workload and other statistics into computer system as necessary.

• Performs assigned work safely adhering to established department safety rules and practices.

• Performs other related duties as instructed.

Requirements:

• BS in Medical Technology or Medical Laboratory Science
  BS in a chemical, physical, biological science

• AAS in Medical Technology or Medical Laboratory Science

• ASCP eligible or equivalent

• Knowledge of clinical laboratory techniques and procedures

• Knowledge of infection control techniques and procedures

• Ability to coordinate simultaneous tests and procedures with accuracy

• Skill in the use of automated laboratory equipment

When you become an employee at ChristianaCare, you are joining a robust healthcare organization that truly cares about their patients and their caregivers. For the second consecutive year, Forbes magazine has ranked ChristianaCare as one of the best large health systems to work for in the United States! Guided by excellence and love, our Caregivers enjoy a multitude of employee benefits that include:

• Full Medical, Dental, Vision and other insurance benefits

• 403 (b) with an employer match

• Diverse and Inclusive culture

• Generous paid time off with annual roll-over and opportunities to cash out

• 12 week paid parental leave

About Christiana Care:

Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, ChristianaCare is one of the country’s most dynamic health systems, centered on improving health outcomes, making high-quality care more accessible and lowering health care costs. ChristianaCare includes an extensive network of outpatient services, home health care, medical aid units, two hospitals (1,227 beds), a Level I trauma center and a Level III neonatal intensive care unit, a comprehensive stroke center and regional centers of excellence in heart and vascular care, cancer care and women’s health. ChristianaCare is a not-for-profit teaching health system with more than 260 residents and fellows. We are continually ranked by US News & World Report as a Best Hospital. With our unique, data-powered care coordination service and a focus on population health and value-based care, ChristianaCare is shaping the future of health care.

Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

The ChristianaCare Microbiology Laboratory located on the Newark campus, is currently recruiting for a Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technician.

This position is full time, Morning shift, in the Newark Microbiology Lab. The work hours are Monday through Friday, 11:00pm - 7:30am. and every third weekend and 2-3 holidays per year. 

Responsibilities:

• Accurately performs all test procedures as listed in the procedure manual.

• Performs and records all scheduled instrument preventative maintenance procedures.

• Follows established quality control procedures, documenting corrective action if necessary.

• Adheres to all turnaround times, documents calls as necessary, verifies critical values and specimen identification.

• Verifies completion of all stat results and all routine results in a timely manner.

• Records workload and other statistics into computer system as necessary.

• Performs assigned work safely adhering to established department safety rules and practices.

• Performs other related duties as instructed.

Requirements:

• BS in Medical Technology or Medical Laboratory Science
  BS in a chemical, physical, biological science

• AAS in Medical Technology or Medical Laboratory Science

• ASCP eligible or equivalent

• Knowledge of clinical laboratory techniques and procedures

• Knowledge of infection control techniques and procedures

• Ability to coordinate simultaneous tests and procedures with accuracy

• Skill in the use of automated laboratory equipment

When you become an employee at ChristianaCare, you are joining a robust healthcare organization that truly cares about their patients and their caregivers. For the second consecutive year, Forbes magazine has ranked ChristianaCare as one of the best large health systems to work for in the United States! Guided by excellence and love, our Caregivers enjoy a multitude of employee benefits that include:

• Full Medical, Dental, Vision and other insurance benefits

• 403 (b) with an employer match

• Diverse and Inclusive culture

• Generous paid time off with annual roll-over and opportunities to cash out

• 12 week paid parental leave

About Christiana Care:

Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, ChristianaCare is one of the country’s most dynamic health systems, centered on improving health outcomes, making high-quality care more accessible and lowering health care costs. ChristianaCare includes an extensive network of outpatient services, home health care, medical aid units, two hospitals (1,227 beds), a Level I trauma center and a Level III neonatal intensive care unit, a comprehensive stroke center and regional centers of excellence in heart and vascular care, cancer care and women’s health. ChristianaCare is a not-for-profit teaching health system with more than 260 residents and fellows. We are continually ranked by US News & World Report as a Best Hospital. With our unique, data-powered care coordination service and a focus on population health and value-based care, ChristianaCare is shaping the future of health care.

Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Border Patrol Agent (BPA) - Experienced (GL-9 GS-11)

NEW RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION INCENTIVES!

Check out these higher-salaried federal law enforcement opportunities with the U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Your current or prior law enforcement experience may qualify you for this career opportunity with the nation's premier federal agency charged with securing our borders and protecting our country.

You may qualify for these higher-graded Border Patrol Agent (BPA) employment opportunities if you have current or prior law enforcement experience. This experience could have been gained as part of a military police assignment or as a member of a state or local law enforcement organization. Look at the duties and responsibilities section below to see if you are interested in these federal law enforcement opportunities and review the qualifications section below to see if you are qualified.

>DON'T FORGET TO CHECK OUT THE INCENTIVES – SEE SALARY SECTION BELOW

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Duty assignments available at the time of offer may include the Southwest Border, including prioritized locations.

U.S. Border Patrol determines duty assignments at the time of offer based on operational needs, which may or may not align with candidates' first-choice preferences. Relocation may be required.

The U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) offers those interested in a career in law enforcement an opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission of protecting America.

If you seek an exciting and rewarding job that provides excellent pay and exceptional federal benefits, now is the time to make your move. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring immediately for these full-time, career Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) opportunities.

Salary and Benefits:

Salary for newly appointed law enforcement Border Patrol Agents varies from:

Base Salary: GL-9/GS-11 $63,148 - $120,145 per year

Locality Pay: Varies by duty location.

Overtime Pay: Up to 25%

Duty location impacts pay rates; locality pay for federal law enforcement is higher in some locations than others. A fully trained BPA may be eligible for up to an additional 25% of base pay per the BPA Pay Reform Act of 2014. This is a career ladder position with a grade level progression from GL-9 to GS-11 to GS-12. You will be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level (without re-applying) once you successfully complete 52 weeks in the lower grade level.

All Border Patrol Agents may select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health and insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan that is similar to traditional and ROTH 401(k) offerings.

*Recruitment Incentive* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents (as defined in 5 CFR 575.102 ) will be offered up to a $20,000 incentive. The first $10,000 will be paid upon successful completion of the Border Patrol Academy, with the remaining $10,000 awarded for accepting a prioritized location. Prioritized locations include Sierra Blanca, TX; Presidio, TX; Sanderson, TX; Comstock, TX; Lordsburg, NM; Freer, TX; Hebbronville, TX; Ajo, AZ.

*Retention Incentive* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents may also qualify for up to $40,000 in additional incentives distributed over their first four years.

Duties and Responsibilities:

As a BPA, you will be part of our 60,000+ workforce that strives to protect the American people by safeguarding our borders, deterring illicit activity, and enhancing the nation's economic prosperity. Being a BPA makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession.

Typical assignments include:

• Detecting and questioning people suspected of violating immigration and customs laws and inspecting documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations.
• Preventing and apprehending aliens and smugglers of aliens at or near the borders by maintaining surveillance from covert positions to include using infrared scopes during night operations.
• Interpreting and following tracks, marks, and other physical evidence of illegal entry of persons or contraband.
• Performing farm checks, building checks, traffic checks, city patrols, and transportation checks.
• Patrolling the international boundary and coastal waterways using a variety of government assets such as vehicles, horses, vessels, watercraft, off-road vehicles, ATVs, snowmobiles, and motorcycles for the accomplishment of the USBP Mission.

Qualifications:

GL-9: You qualify for the GL-9 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience, equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, performing duties such as:

• Performing physical searches of detained individuals, their vehicles, and their immediate surroundings for weapons, contraband, currency, and other evidence.
• Apprehending, physically restraining, or working with law enforcement officials to identify or apprehend violators of state, federal, or immigration laws.
• Proficient in the use of firearms, preparing investigative reports, serving court orders (e.g., warrants, subpoenas, etc.), and gathering evidence for criminal cases prosecuted through the court system.

If you have previous or current law enforcement or military law enforcement experience, you may qualify at the GS-11 grade level.

GS-11: You qualify for the GS-11 grade level if you possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, with the authority granted by the state or government to enforce laws, make arrests, and investigate crimes, performing primary duties in an official law enforcement capacity such as:

• Utilizing intelligence information to track illegal operations, criminal activity, threats to our nation, and/or contraband while serving as a state, federal, or military law enforcement official.
• Leading investigations of fraud, contraband, criminal activity, threats to our nation, and/or illegal operations to determine sources and patterns while serving as a state, federal, or military law enforcement official.
• Apprehending violators of state, federal, or immigration laws by utilizing various forms of complex technology that include surveillance, detection, situation awareness systems, and/or communications equipment.

The above experience will be applied in connection with the following: Make arrests and exercise sound judgment in the use of firearms; deal effectively with people in a courteous manner in connection with law enforcement matters; analyze information rapidly and make prompt decisions; or develop and maintain contact with a network of informants.

There are no education substitutions for the GL-9 or GS-11 grade-level Border Patrol Agent opportunities.

Other Requirements:

Citizenship: You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position.

Residency: You must have had primary U.S. residency (including protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years.

Age Restriction: In accordance with Public Law 100-238, this position is covered under law enforcement retirement provisions. Candidates must be referred for selection to the Border Patrol Agent position before reaching their 40th birthday in accordance with Department of Homeland Security Directive 251-03. The age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving or have previously served in a federal civilian law enforcement (non-military) position covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d).

Veterans' Preference: You may also be eligible for an excepted service Veterans' Recruitment Appointment (VRA). The age restriction does not apply if you are Veterans' Preference eligible.

Formal Training: After you are hired, you will be detailed to the U.S. Border Patrol Academy in Artesia, New Mexico, for approximately six (6) months of intensive instruction in immigration and nationality laws, law enforcement, and USBP-specific operations, driver training, physical techniques, firearms, and other courses. Border Patrol work requires the ability to speak and read Spanish, as well as English. Border Patrol Agents will be provided training to become proficient in the Spanish language at the Academy.

How to Apply:

Click the Apply button on this site. You will be linked to the CBP Talent Network registration page. For Position of Interest, select Border Patrol Agent, and then complete the pre-screening questions.

You'll then receive a link(s) to the BPA Job Opening Announcements (JOAs) on USAJOBS, the federal government's official employment site, to complete your application. Be certain to review ALL details of the job opportunity announcement and follow all instructions in the application process, including items (resume, transcripts, etc.) to submit. You will be evaluated based on your resume, supporting documents, and the BPA Entrance Exam.

If you have questions about the application process, contact a recruiter through the U.S. Border Patrol page: /s/usbp.

NOTE: As a subscriber to the CBP Talent Network, you'll receive monthly emails with information about webinars, career expos, and future opportunities with CBP.

Job Title: Project Manager

Location: Newark, DE 19711

Duration: 12+ Months (Extendable)

Pay: $35/hr on W2 without benefits

Shift: 7am-3:30pm (flex) Mon to Fri

Job Summary:

The Project Management Specialist supports the Project Excellence Team Leader at the Mammalian Toxicology Center to oversee timely delivery of high-quality mammalian toxicology work product to support Corteva molecule stage advancement decisions and regulatory submissions working with both internal and external stakeholders The Project Management Specialist has primary responsibilities for ensuring study timelines, managing resources, defining, enhancing, implementing, and communicating effective project management workflow processes for study initiation and oversight of milestone deliverables. The primary responsibilities of this role will include but is not limited to coordination of pre-study activities to enable strategic planning and execution across molecule programs and across the interdependent testing teams at the lab.

The duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Establish and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate successful study initiation outcomes.
• Monitoring and addressing requests that are provided via the shared Haskell Project Management inbox. Such requests include test material/CoA availability/shipment details, prioritization requests from internal support teams, results of tier one studies if tier two studies are triggered, inquiries from SMEs, GRPMs, SDs, SMs, SmartSheet notifications, Master Schedule corrections from P&I team, RFQs for contracted work.
• Acting on requests for study initiation that are submitted via the MamTox portal.
• Assign project IDs, assemble internal project teams, and communicate project timelines.
• This includes building relevant internal teams for each program and creation of entries in the multiple project planning tools that drive the work at the lab organized by molecule. Notifications from the various tools inform the testing and support teams of upcoming demand.
• This includes notifying the relevant planning/scheduling staff and test material coordination teams to clarify planning for specific testing needs.
• Work directly with Group Leaders, SMEs, Study Monitors and Strategic Outsourcing to initiate studies to be placed at contract labs, ensuring timeline deliverables are met.
• Maintain master list of studies and update study initiation statuses with relevant milestones.
• Once study schedules are finalized, each study milestone date is entered into the Milestone-Tracking SmartSheet that enables the testing teams and the support teams (scientific writing and quality assurance) to anticipate demand and effectively prioritize across programs.
• Ensuring consistency and accuracy of information in wider Regulatory and Stewardship planning tools as the details are translated and maintained in the local project management tools in use at the lab that permit a necessary higher level of detail to enable completion of work product at the lab that is in alignment with the overall program needs and to ensure the accuracy of the GLP Master Schedule.
• Maintain internal study costing data across multiple disciplines.
• Demonstrate qualities that set a high standard for interpersonal interactions, organizational skills, initiative, team spirit, conflict resolution, decision-making and work ethic.

Job Requirements:

• B.A. or B.S. degree or equivalent relevant experience.
• Demonstrate expertise in project management in a laboratory setting.
• Design and implement process/workflow upgrades which impact project or competency objectives.
• Excel at conceptual/strategic thinking.
• Demonstrate innovation and problem-solving skills.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate effective written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work with multiple electronic databases.

COGENCY GLOBAL, INC.

THE RIGHT RESPONSE

AT THE RIGHT TIME,

EVERY TIME

Position Title: Entity Account Executive

Location: East Region (Charlotte, NC or Newark, DE)

Employment Type: Fulltime

Hours: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Overview

This is an exciting time to join Cogency Global. Come be a part of a highly established, revered, and profitable international service company.

As one of 16 Entity Account Executives in North America, you will join the East team and will report directly to our East Entity Regional Sales Director in Newark, DE. The Entity AE will initiate new client relationships, as well as maintain and expand existing client accounts in our East Region. To be successful, the Entity AE will develop a deep knowledge of our agency and compliance product lines, along with a general knowledge of our transactional product lines.

The Ideal Candidate Is...

Grateful & humble. You’re someone who practices gratitude and appreciates the opportunities you’ve been afforded while also instilling gratitude in others. You’re confident, but mindful of how to balance your confidence with humility.

Results-driven. You’re a self-motivated contributor who first and foremost is passionate about sales and achieving results. You expect yourself to hit – if not exceed – your goals and know how to make it happen in a team environment.

An industry insider. You have Corporate Services industry experience, and insight into the markets Cogency Global operates in including Legal, Entity, other professional

services, and nonprofits.

A charismatic communicator. You have superior written and verbal skills and enjoy communicating with both internal and external stakeholders. A significant part of this job includes interacting with customers, closing deals, and working with other leaders across the organization. Being friendly, likable, even keeled and outgoing is a critical component of success at Cogency Global.

Franchise minded. You always strive to improve, you energize those you surround, and draw people towards your path. You build bridges, take ownership of your business and WOW your customers every day.

What You’ll Do

• Establish, maintain, and expand new and existing entity clients within your assigned territory/sector
• Maximize revenue growth by achieving & exceeding sales quotas
• Generate and follow up on leads while continually researching and qualifying prospective customers and buyers (a true hunter mentality)
• Strategically schedule and execute meetings within your territory/sector
• Provide online and in-person product demonstrations
• Keep Salesforce up to date on a weekly basis with pipeline and activity data, and supply management with oral and written reports on activities and customers when requested
• Participate in trade shows, seminars and other sales and marketing led events
• Provide clear and effective written proposals for current and prospective customers
• Develop and coordinate budgetary needs with your Regional Sales Director as needed

What You’ll Need

• A Curious, Courageous and Coachable mindset.
• A proven track record of successfully meeting and exceeding sales objectives
• Ability to effectively prospect and qualify leads while performing needed assessments, engaging technical resources as required
• Utilize solution-selling and value-selling techniques to effectively guide the sales process to close
• Upsell and leverage business from new and established customer relationships
• Resolve client issues in a timely and thorough manner; escalates issues to manager as appropriate
• Remain informed of service line, competition and industry trends that may impact client business activities
• A demonstrated ability to balance the identification and development of new client relationships with the nurturing and expansion of existing client relationships.
• Minimum 3 years of sales experience to Entities (SMB, Mid-Market and/or Enterprise)
• Prefer experience within the Legal Services industry (not required)
• Strong written, verbal and presentation skills with a consultative professional business acumen
• Must be detail oriented, organized, ethical, responsible, and self-motivated
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, as well as Salesforce or a similar CRM

· Strong interpersonal skills: ability to rapidly develop and cultivate relationships with peers, partners, and key influencers. Be confident and assertive, but with a fun, friendly and collaborative approach.

Together, we live our Core Values

Integrity: Doing the Right thing even when no one will know and walking the talk

Fairness: We have an open-door policy with access to all including the CEO at any time in a friendly & collaborative environment.

Fun: We believe in a fun work environment & have many team events that support the ‘fun’ culture

What We Offer

· Educational assistance program for all of our eligible staff members

· An Organization that gives back to Society – We offer Paid community service days to all our eligible staff members and NYC Headquarters participates in number of charity drives throughout the year

· A commitment to diversity & inclusion

· 401k up to 5% price match, Access to FSA,

· 80% covered Medical Insurance & 80% covered Dental & Vision Insurance

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Are you a dynamic marketing professional with a passion for crafting engaging content and delivering top-notch customer service? The Kendal Corporation (TKC) is seeking a Creative Marketing Strategist to play a pivotal role in our marketing, sales, and communications team. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and have the skills to create impactful branded assets, we want to hear from you! Bring your expertise in editing, graphic design, and WordPress to help us connect with our Affiliates and support our mission. Apply today and be a vital part of our innovative team!

The Creative Marketing Strategist is a key member of The Kendal Corporation’s marketing, sales, and communications team, overseeing customer service for Affiliates and The Kendal Corporation’s Leadership Team.

In this role, the Creative Marketing Strategist is tasked with creating engaging content for branded assets, which include and the internal website, Kendal Net. This role involves collaborating with external vendors to ensure high-quality work, working closely with team members across the Affiliate system, and being accountable for meeting project deliverables.

A critical aspect of the Strategist’s responsibilities is providing customer service to our Affiliates, serving as the primary point of contact for business needs and delivering timely support. The Strategist will use tools such as Monday and the Marketing Portal to manage support requests, engage other team members and vendors for assistance, and track resources and project planning.

To successfully complete in-house projects, the Creative Marketing Strategist must possess strong editing, graphic design, and WordPress skills. Additionally, they will partner with the Sales and Marketing Operations Director to ensure that projects and business needs are delivered on time.

Key Responsibilities

Affiliate support and service coordination - Serve as the primary point of contact for Affiliate marketing teams and maintain project management software such as Monday to track TKC marketing projects.

Content Creation and Brand Stewardship - Create and execute content for Affiliates, develop print and digital marketing assets, apply graphic design principles for brand consistency, use generative services for content alignment, and update the Kendal Corporate Style Guide with the Senior Director.

Design internal communications for Kendal Net - Coordinate with the Kendal Net Task Force to manage internal communications, ensure content alignment across key business areas, develop workflow processes for accurate updates, regularly update Kendal Net with engaging content, and measure and report engagement metrics to stakeholders.

Digital & Content Strategy for external website, - Work with the Sales & Marketing Operations Director to create website and social media content for better visibility and engagement, boost Kendal's social media presence through regular Affiliate postings, and collaborate with IT and external agencies for an effective online presence.

Stakeholder & Internal Communications - Coordinate with our public relations agency for the digital distribution of the Annual Report and partner with them to share the quarterly “Forefront” e-newsletter through email and Kendal Net, highlighting internal communications and growth initiatives.

Qualifications:

·        A bachelor's degree in graphic design or a marketing-related field

·        5-7 years of experience in account management or content creation position.

·        Knowledge of the senior living or health care services field is a plus

·        Excellent collaboration and communication skills.

About Us:

At TKC, we are committed to transforming the aging experience. We invite you to be part of a collaborative, team-oriented, and mission-driven workplace where you can truly make a difference in the lives of those we serve.

Join our team at TKC and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that promotes your health, well-being, and financial security. We are dedicated to investing in the health and well-being of our employees. Work with us and receive benefits that support you both personally and professionally!

TKC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Job Title: Associate Scientist

Location: Newark, DE

Pay Rate: $23/hour-$26/hr

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM

Position Type: 6 month contract

*candidates must have plant propagation experience*

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated Associate Scientist to support a commercial herbicide portfolio by generating high-quality biological data essential for new product development and product renewal. This role focuses on conducting controlled environment experiments (greenhouse, growth chambers, and outdoor field settings) to evaluate herbicide performance while adhering to strict scientific protocols and safety standards.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with a background in plant science or related agricultural disciplines who enjoy hands-on research and working in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct experiments for herbicide development in greenhouse, growth chamber, and outdoor field environments
• Perform plant propagation, sorting, staging, and preparation of experimental test units
• Prepare experimental variables including herbicide formulations and serial dilutions
• Conduct herbicide spray applications using specialized equipment
• Implement bioassays and screening protocols to evaluate herbicide efficacy and crop tolerance
• Collect, analyze, and interpret biological data; prepare summaries and reports for project teams
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage project timelines and resources
• Ensure compliance with GLP standards, safety protocols, and research guidelines
• Properly dispose of unused or poor-quality bioassays and manage disposal of regulated plant species according to safety requirements

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (BS) in Plant Science, Agronomy, Weed Science, Horticulture, or a related field
• Basic understanding of agriculture, food production, and crop protection
• Familiarity with regulatory and compliance requirements in research or laboratory environments
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel for data entry, analysis, and reporting

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree (MS) in Plant Science, Agronomy, Weed Science, Horticulture, or related field
• Knowledge of weed identification, herbicide application, and herbicide evaluation methods

Experience & Skills

• Hands-on experience in greenhouse and/or field research
• Laboratory skills including formulation handling and serial dilution preparation
• Knowledge of herbicide application techniques and evaluation methods
• Strong attention to detail and observational skills
• Ability to independently execute complex experimental plans with minimal supervision
• Strong teamwork, communication, and organizational skills
• Familiarity with safety practices and compliance standards
• Demonstrated reliability in meeting timelines and delivering high-quality results

If you are a detail-oriented science professional looking to grow your career in agricultural research, we encourage you to apply today!

Compensated Surrogacy Opportunity - Make a Life Changing Impact and Earn $60,000+

Newborn Advantage Surrogacy is seeking qualified women to become gestational surrogates and help intended parents grow their families. As a gestational surrogate, you will carry a pregnancy created through IVF for intended parents, with no genetic connection to you.

Surrogates receive competitive compensation starting at $60,000+, with additional payments included throughout the surrogacy journey that are designed to support and benefit you. We would love to connect and share more details about this meaningful opportunity.

Eligibility Requirements

• Between 21 and 40 years of age
• Maintain a healthy lifestyle and meet clinic BMI guidelines (30 or below)
• Non-smoker
• Have had at least one healthy, full-term, uncomplicated pregnancy and delivery
• Free of sexually transmitted diseases
• Willing to complete medical, psychological, and background screenings
• Reside in the United States and attend required medical appointments
• Be raising your child(ren) in a stable home environment

About Us

Newborn Advantage Surrogacy is a boutique, mother–daughter led agency with over 20 years of experience supporting both intended parents and surrogates through every step of the surrogacy journey. We offer a truly hands-on, white-glove experience, providing personalized care, direct communication, and dedicated support throughout each surrogate's journey. You are never just a number—your experience, comfort, and well-being always come first.

Compensated Surrogacy Opportunity - Make a Life Changing Impact and Earn $60,000+

Newborn Advantage Surrogacy is seeking qualified women to become gestational surrogates and help intended parents grow their families. As a gestational surrogate, you will carry a pregnancy created through IVF for intended parents, with no genetic connection to you.

Surrogates receive competitive compensation starting at $60,000+, with additional payments included throughout the surrogacy journey that are designed to support and benefit you. We would love to connect and share more details about this meaningful opportunity.

Eligibility Requirements

• Between 21 and 40 years of age
• Maintain a healthy lifestyle and meet clinic BMI guidelines (30 or below)
• Non-smoker
• Have had at least one healthy, full-term, uncomplicated pregnancy and delivery
• Free of sexually transmitted diseases
• Willing to complete medical, psychological, and background screenings
• Reside in the United States and attend required medical appointments
• Be raising your child(ren) in a stable home environment

About Us

Newborn Advantage Surrogacy is a boutique, mother–daughter led agency with over 20 years of experience supporting both intended parents and surrogates through every step of the surrogacy journey. We offer a truly hands-on, white-glove experience, providing personalized care, direct communication, and dedicated support throughout each surrogate's journey. You are never just a number—your experience, comfort, and well-being always come first.