Information Technology Jobs in Groton, MA

Border Patrol Agent (BPA) – in the Federal Security and Public Safety Sector Experienced (GL-9 GS-11)

SAME MISSION, NEW DRIVE!

You love protecting your community and doing your part to keep our nation safe. But maybe you're looking for a change of scenery?

USBP is hiring immediately for full-time, career positions, where your prior law enforcement officer (LEO) experience may qualify you for higher-graded Border Patrol Agent (BPA) opportunities. Continue making a difference with the nation's premier federal agency charged with securing our borders and protecting our country.

Whether you gained this experience as part of a military police unit or as a member of a state or local law enforcement organization, you have an opportunity to work with highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission.

Check out the duties and responsibilities section below, along with the qualifications section to see if you are eligible. Now is the time to make your move, along with excellent base pay, location pay, exceptional benefits, and job stability, USBP is offering up to $60,000 in additional incentives to newly appointed Agents (see details below).

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.

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.

Duty Locations: You will be asked to select your preferred location for one of the following mission critical locations:

• Big Bend Sector Stations - *Presidio, Van Horn, *Sanderson, Alpine, *Sierra Blanca, Marfa
• Buffalo Sector Stations - Wellesley Island
• Del Rio Sector Stations - Del Rio, Brackettville, *Comstock, Eagle Pass North, Eagle Pass South, Carrizo Springs, Uvalde
• El Paso Sector Stations - Alamogordo, Clint, Deming, El Paso, Fort Hancock, Las Cruces, *Lordsburg, Santa Teresa, Ysleta
• El Centro Sector Stations - El Centro, Indio, Calexico
• Grand Forks Sector Stations - Pembina
• Havre Sector Stations - Havre, Malta, Plentywood, Scobey, Sweetgrass
• Houlton Sector Stations - Calais, Fort Fairfield, Jackman, Rangeley, Van Buren
• Laredo Sector Stations - Laredo South, Cotulla, *Hebbronville, Laredo West, *Freer, Laredo North, Zapata
• Rio Grande Valley Sector Stations - Rio Grande City, Fort Brown, McAllen, Brownsville, Falfurrias, Weslaco, Kingsville, Harlingen
• San Diego Sector Stations - Boulevard, Brownfield, Campo, Chula Vista, Imperial Beach, Murrieta, San Clemente
• Spokane Sector Stations - Colville, Curlew, Metaline Falls, Oroville
• Swanton Sector Stations - Beecher Falls, Burke, Champlain, Newport, Richford
• Tucson Sector Stations - *Ajo, Tucson, Nogales, Douglas, Brian A Terry, Sonoita, Casa Grande, Three Points Substation, Willcox
• Yuma Sector Stations - Blythe, Yuma, Wellton

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.

Registered Nurse Career Opportunity - $5,000.00 sign on bonus!

Short term contracts also available 13-week contracts for 12-hour shifts

Encompass Health: Where Nursing Meets Heart, Home, and Healing

Are you seeking a nursing career deeply rooted in purpose, close to your heart and home? Encompass Health offers a transformative journey where your expertise as a Registered Nurse becomes an integral part of patients' recoveries. Picture the impact of providing individualized, compassionate care that guides patients along their path to healing. With us, small victories lead to monumental impacts as you use your specialized skills to offer top-tier, personalized support. Understand your patients deeply, assist in their rehabilitation goals, and thrive in an environment equipped with cutting-edge technology. Welcome to a place where nursing becomes a profound contribution to both community and personal fulfillment.

A Glimpse into Our World

At Encompass Health, you'll experience the difference the moment you become a part of our team. Being at Encompass Health means aligning with a rapidly growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. We take pride in the growth opportunities we offer and how our team unites for the greater good of our patients. Our achievements include being named one of the "World's Most Admired Companies" and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award, among other accolades, which is nothing short of amazing.

Starting Perks and Benefits

Our benefits are designed to support your well-being and start on day one:

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families.
• Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
• Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuous education.
• Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• A vibrant community of individuals passionate about the work they do!

Realize Your Vision as a Registered Nurse

• Supervise care and treatments, lead patient assessments, tailor care plans, and address patient concerns to provide exceptional care.
• Build meaningful relationships with patients and their families, understanding their unique needs to facilitate their recovery.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with various departments to ensure coordinated care and provide direct patient care when needed.
• Serve as a resource for fellow staff, supporting them with complex patient needs and inquiries.
• Celebrate victories and milestones achieved by our patients.

Qualifications

• Valid RN licensures as required by state regulations.
• CPR certification (ACLS preferred).
• CRRN certification preferred.
• One year of experience in a rehabilitation hospital setting is preferred.
  

The Encompass Health Way

We proudly set the standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what's right, focusing on the positive, and standing stronger together. Encompass Health is a trusted leader in post-acute care with over 150 nationwide locations and a team of 36,000 exceptional individuals and growing!

At Encompass Health, we celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other protected classification.

We're eager to meet you, and we truly mean that. Join our family, and let's make a positive impact together!

Industrial Electrician

The Opportunity:

As an industrial controls technician for our corrugated packaging plant, you will work to keep our equipment up and running to OEM standards. You will use your expertise and experience to work with maintenance leadership, our operators, vendors & corporate reliability team to ensure maximum uptime and help us safely meet our production goals. Devens is a non-union facility.

How you will help us:

• Follow all safety rules and practices
• Provide electrical and automation controls troubleshooting, support and predictive, preventive and emergency maintenance for our fast-paced corrugated packaging facility
• Review key plant metrics/KPIs and equipment data to identify potential areas for continuous improvement and lead a team to implement solutions
• As priorities demand, performing emergency breakdown maintenance as necessary to support plant operations
• including preventive maintenance activities such as lubricating, measuring wear, measuring positions, repositioning components; and observing operations, vibrations, and noise levels.

What you will need to succeed:

• A strong understanding of PLC, VFD and HMI/OIT software, previous and current versions. A successful candidate will have demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and repair electrical controls systems, mechanical drives, pneumatics, hydraulics, PC's, Robotics, and Controls networks.
• The ability to reference equipment manuals & similar literature.
• Strong understanding and application of precision maintenance
• Willingness to Maintain clean and organized work areas and cleaning up work areas as part of completing assigned tasks.
• May operate forklifts, hoists, and other heavy equipment
• Master level ability to reference equipment manuals & literature
• Strong CMMS Knowledge
• Strong Computer Skills
• Strong understanding of 5S
• Provide leadership and, or training to one or two other automation technicians.
• Willingness to complete any maintenance work if workload permits

Education and Work Experience:

• EE Degree, or equivalent in work experience and/or training
• Three or more years' experience working with large industrial equipment troubleshooting automation/robotics or related field.
• Microsoft Office and JDE or similar
• Strong overall electrical knowledge and experience with electrical and industrial control systems.
• Excellent communication skills and effective team-building skills a must. Mentorship and willingness to help train your teammates is valued.
• Experience in corrugated packaging or similar high volume, no redundancy manufacturing environment

The starting rate is $40-$45 per hour, depending on your role, level, and location. The benefits for this role may include short-term bonus incentive, health, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and paid sick leave as required by applicable state/local law, 10 days of paid vacation, and 11 days of paid holidays, subject to annual change. Your actual pay will be based on your work location and other factors, such as your skills, experience, and education. To learn more about the specific salary range for your preferred location, please contact your recruiter during the hiring process. You may apply online at and the application window is expected to close by 3/10/26 .

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

Industrial Electrician

The Opportunity:

As an industrial controls technician for our corrugated packaging plant, you will work to keep our equipment up and running to OEM standards. You will use your expertise and experience to work with maintenance leadership, our operators, vendors & corporate reliability team to ensure maximum uptime and help us safely meet our production goals. Devens is a non-union facility.

How you will help us:

• Follow all safety rules and practices
• Provide electrical and automation controls troubleshooting, support and predictive, preventive and emergency maintenance for our fast-paced corrugated packaging facility
• Review key plant metrics/KPIs and equipment data to identify potential areas for continuous improvement and lead a team to implement solutions
• As priorities demand, performing emergency breakdown maintenance as necessary to support plant operations
• including preventive maintenance activities such as lubricating, measuring wear, measuring positions, repositioning components; and observing operations, vibrations, and noise levels.

What you will need to succeed:

• A strong understanding of PLC, VFD and HMI/OIT software, previous and current versions. A successful candidate will have demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and repair electrical controls systems, mechanical drives, pneumatics, hydraulics, PC's, Robotics, and Controls networks.
• The ability to reference equipment manuals & similar literature.
• Strong understanding and application of precision maintenance
• Willingness to Maintain clean and organized work areas and cleaning up work areas as part of completing assigned tasks.
• May operate forklifts, hoists, and other heavy equipment
• Master level ability to reference equipment manuals & literature
• Strong CMMS Knowledge
• Strong Computer Skills
• Strong understanding of 5S
• Provide leadership and, or training to one or two other automation technicians.
• Willingness to complete any maintenance work if workload permits

Education and Work Experience:

• EE Degree, or equivalent in work experience and/or training
• Three or more years' experience working with large industrial equipment troubleshooting automation/robotics or related field.
• Microsoft Office and JDE or similar
• Strong overall electrical knowledge and experience with electrical and industrial control systems.
• Excellent communication skills and effective team-building skills a must. Mentorship and willingness to help train your teammates is valued.
• Experience in corrugated packaging or similar high volume, no redundancy manufacturing environment

The starting rate is  $40-$45 per hour, depending on your role, level, and location. The benefits for this role may include short-term bonus incentive, health, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and paid sick leave as required by applicable state/local law, 10 days of paid vacation, and 11 days of paid holidays, subject to annual change. Your actual pay will be based on your work location and other factors, such as your skills, experience, and education. To learn more about the specific salary range for your preferred location, please contact your recruiter during the hiring process. You may apply online at and the application window is expected to close by 3/10/26 .

#WorkWithSmurfitWestrock

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions.

We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.Industrial ElectricianAs an industrial controls technician for our corrugated packaging plant, you will work to keep our equipment up and running to OEM standards.

You will use your expertise and experience to work with maintenance leadership, our operators, vendors & corporate reliability team to ensure maximum uptime and help us safely meet our production goals.

Devens is a non-union facility.How you will help us:Provide electrical and automation controls troubleshooting, support and predictive, preventive and emergency maintenance for our fast-paced corrugated packaging facilityReview key plant metrics/KPIs and equipment data to identify potential areas for continuous improvement and lead a team to implement solutionsAs priorities demand, performing emergency breakdown maintenance as necessary to support plant operationsincluding preventive maintenance activities such as lubricating, measuring wear, measuring positions, repositioning components; and observing operations, vibrations, and noise levels.A strong understanding of PLC, VFD and HMI/OIT software, previous and current versions.

A successful candidate will have demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and repair electrical controls systems, mechanical drives, pneumatics, hydraulics, PC's, Robotics, and Controls networks.~ The ability to reference equipment manuals & similar literature.~ Strong understanding and application of precision maintenance~ May operate forklifts, hoists, and other heavy equipment~ Master level ability to reference equipment manuals & literature~ Strong Computer Skills~ Provide leadership and, or training to one or two other automation technicians.~ Willingness to complete any maintenance work if workload permits

Education and Work Experience:EE Degree, or equivalent in work experience and/or trainingThree or more years' experience working with large industrial equipment troubleshooting automation/robotics or related field.Microsoft Office and JDE or similarStrong overall electrical knowledge and experience with electrical and industrial control systems.Excellent communication skills and effective team-building skills a must.

Mentorship and willingness to help train your teammates is valued.Experience in corrugated packaging or similar high volume, no redundancy manufacturing environmentThe starting rate is $40-$45 per hour, depending on your role, level, and location.

The benefits for this role may include short-term bonus incentive, health, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and paid sick leave as required by applicable state/local law, 10 days of paid vacation, and 11 days of paid holidays, subject to annual change.

You may apply online at and the application window is expected to close by 3/10/26 .#

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions.

We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.Industrial ElectricianAs an industrial controls technician for our corrugated packaging plant, you will work to keep our equipment up and running to OEM standards.

You will use your expertise and experience to work with maintenance leadership, our operators, vendors & corporate reliability team to ensure maximum uptime and help us safely meet our production goals.

Devens is a non-union facility.How you will help us:Provide electrical and automation controls troubleshooting, support and predictive, preventive and emergency maintenance for our fast-paced corrugated packaging facilityReview key plant metrics/KPIs and equipment data to identify potential areas for continuous improvement and lead a team to implement solutionsAs priorities demand, performing emergency breakdown maintenance as necessary to support plant operationsincluding preventive maintenance activities such as lubricating, measuring wear, measuring positions, repositioning components; and observing operations, vibrations, and noise levels.A strong understanding of PLC, VFD and HMI/OIT software, previous and current versions.

A successful candidate will have demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and repair electrical controls systems, mechanical drives, pneumatics, hydraulics, PC's, Robotics, and Controls networks.~ The ability to reference equipment manuals & similar literature.~ Strong understanding and application of precision maintenance~ May operate forklifts, hoists, and other heavy equipment~ Master level ability to reference equipment manuals & literature~ Strong Computer Skills~ Provide leadership and, or training to one or two other automation technicians.~ Willingness to complete any maintenance work if workload permits

Education and Work Experience:EE Degree, or equivalent in work experience and/or trainingThree or more years' experience working with large industrial equipment troubleshooting automation/robotics or related field.Microsoft Office and JDE or similarStrong overall electrical knowledge and experience with electrical and industrial control systems.Excellent communication skills and effective team-building skills a must.

Mentorship and willingness to help train your teammates is valued.Experience in corrugated packaging or similar high volume, no redundancy manufacturing environmentThe starting rate is $40-$45 per hour, depending on your role, level, and location.

The benefits for this role may include short-term bonus incentive, health, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and paid sick leave as required by applicable state/local law, 10 days of paid vacation, and 11 days of paid holidays, subject to annual change.

You may apply online at and the application window is expected to close by 3/10/26 .#

Avantor is looking for a dedicated and eager to learn Material Handler to optimize our Fluid Handling team, delivering results against some of the most complex business and technology initiatives.It will be a full-time position based at our Devens, MA facility.

You will have the opportunity to expedite the movement of parts and materials between production areas and prepare/coordinate schedules for pulling and delivering materials. If you have experience in a warehouse and are passionate about making a direct impact in the medical community - let's talk!

The team

Avantor's Fluid Handling team is part of our Lab and Production Services business unit. This team supports the innovation and growth objectives of major laboratories across the globe by helping with the integration of new technology solutions into their lab processes and operations.

What we're looking for

• Education: High school education or equivalent required

• Experience: Open to those who are eager to start their career in the warehouse industry

Preferred Qualifications

• Warehouse / distribution experience a plus

• Equipment with MHE like reach truck operators and order pickers a plus

How you will thrive and create an impact

• Inbound: Unload trucks, trailers, containers of freight, counting products, compare to manifest to check all shipments for damage, infestation, or production code dates. Material handlers must report shortages, damages, and mis-shipments on appropriate forms. Also be able to sign for inbound shipments when necessary. All inbound shipments are moved safely to storage locations to be efficiently stacked as store merchandise.

• Order Picking: Ensure that the correct product number, quantity and type (lot, batch, serial number) of product are picked. Transport orders to shipping locations or delivery platforms with material handling equipment such as but not limited to fork trucks, cherry pickers, or pallet jacks. Materials handlers must be able to label, stencil, tag, mark orders, band, bundle, wrap, over-pack, and palletize as required.

• Outbound: Compare quantity, labeling and address with order to ensure out-going shipments are complete and correct. Assign signature for outbound as necessary. Efficiently move product, cartons and or pallets into trailers, rail cars or containers.

• Equipment: Maintain equipment in a neat, clean and orderly fashion. Operate equipment safely and efficiently. Comply with company standards and OSHA requirements.

• Inventory: Keep accurate records and reports. Assist in physical inventories and cycle counts. Ensure proper stock rotation. May key inventory adjustments in computer.

• Other Duties: Repack or re-box cases per customer instructions. Repair and consolidate damaged goods as required. Operate shrink-wrap machine. Charge forklift battery as needed; stack and or separate good from bad pallets when necessary; clean railcars, trailers, and truck docks, bays as requested.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

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.

Discover Veranova:

At Veranova, we believe people are our most important asset, and we are dedicated to building the most talented workforce in our industry. Our commitment to uncompromising focus on quality, compliance, safety, and excellence in delivery shapes everything we do. We are not just looking for skills; we are seeking innovative individuals who have a mindset open to learning and growth, and a desire to make a difference.

Veranova is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for pharma and biotech customers. With deep technical expertise and impressive flexibility, we develop solutions and processes that support and accelerate innovation. 

Join us on our mission to enable current and next-generation therapeutics to improve and save the lives of patients. 

Role Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled bioconjugation scientist to join our team in New England. The successful candidate will be an experienced scientist with demonstrated expertise in translating bioconjugation processes from research and development into manufacturing plant‑scale operations. This individual will play a critical role in establishing and expanding bioconjugation capabilities within a clinical API manufacturing facility, supporting the production of antibody–drug conjugates (ADCs) and other complex bioconjugates. 

Core Responsibilities:                                                                                                                   

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• Lead technology transfer of bioconjugate processes from development through pilot plant and manufacturing scale in compliance with cGMP, EHS, and project timelines.
  
• Compare transferred processesto executed batchesand trend intra-batch process performance.
  
• Serve astechnicalproject lead for production support and investigations, ensuring delivery against quality, schedule, and cost targets.
  
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Process Development, Manufacturing, EHS, Quality, Regulatory, and external partners to ensure successful and compliant technology transfer.
  
• Author andmaintaintechnology transfer plans, protocols, and reports defining critical process parameters, equipment requirements, and operating procedures.
  
• Coordinate equipment qualification, process validation, and manufacturing start‑up activities in alignment with regulatory and EHS standards.
  
• Partner with Quality Assurance to conduct risk assessments and support deviation investigations, root cause analysis, and CAPA implementation.
  
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve technical challenges during technology transfer and routine manufacturing to ensure robust and reproducible processes.
  
• Provide hands‑on, on‑the‑floor technical leadership and subject matterexpertiseto bioconjugate manufacturing personnel.
  
• Drive process optimization and continuous improvement initiatives to improve process robustness, performance, and cost efficiency.
  
• Mentor and support scientific and technicalstaff;may supervise laboratory and project activities.
  
• Ensureaccurate, complete, and compliant documentation of scientific and manufacturing activities.
  

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• Communicate project status and technical outcomes clearly to internal stakeholders, management, customers, and external clients.
  
• Support customer relationships and contribute to technical problem‑solving and opportunity development.
  
• Promote a strong culture of safety, quality, and compliance.
  

Qualifications: 

Required

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• PhD in a chemistry‑related discipline, or equivalent industrial experience.
  
• 6 or more years ofbioconjugation experience in an industrial or GMP environment.
  
• Demonstrated project management experience in a technical or manufacturing setting.
  
• Experience mentoring and training scientific or technical staff.
  
• Proficiencywith relevant analytical techniques and the ability to lead defined technical areas.
  
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and applicable technical software tools.
  
• Ability to write clear, concise technical documentation and communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
  
• Demonstrated sound judgment, strong decision‑making skills, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
  

Special Factors 

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• Must be able to stand, walk, and manually operate objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands or arms; and climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch when necessary for the job activity.
  
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
  
• Specific vision abilities include near, distance, peripheral, color perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
  
• May regularly work with moving mechanical parts and may work with toxic or caustic chemicals.
  
• May work in humid areas with low or high temperatures.
  
• May be required to work with a respirator or operate with full-body Tyvek suits and supplied air or PAPR.
  

Salary Range: $115,000 - $130,000 annual base salary

Our Commitment:

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• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive health & wellness benefits. Access to mental health resources and wellness programs. Generous PTO and holiday pay policies. 
  
• Financial Wellness: Veranova is committed to fair and transparent compensation practices. This includes a competitive base salary, eligibility for performance-based bonuses, and an attractive 401(k) Plan with company match. Salary ranges reflect the scope and expectations of the role, and are based on market data, internal equity, and role-specific factors. Final compensation may vary depending on experience, skills, education, and business needs.
  
• Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning through LinkedIn Learning, workshops, conferences, and mentorship. Tuition Assistance for Undergraduate and Graduate degree programs.
  
• Inclusive Culture: At Veranova, an inclusive culture is integral to our values. We welcome people with diverse experiences and perspectives who share our mission to improve and save lives. Even if you don’t meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. Veterans, first responders, and those transitioning from military to civilian life bring valuable skills that strengthen our team.
  

Additional Information:

Applicants for this role must be authorized to work in the United States without further employer sponsorship.  

Agency and Search Firm Representatives: Veranova does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting. 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Veranova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Veranova to provide equal employment access and opportunity to all persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, physical or mental disability, genetic information, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

All applications are carefully considered, and your details will be stored on our secure Application Management System. This is used throughout Veranova for the selection of suitable candidates for our vacancies as they arise. Veranova respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. For more information about how your personal data is used please view our privacy notice.