Post‑Doctoral Associate – Visual Inspection

About the role

The Visual Inspection group within Technical Services & Manufacturing Science is seeking a Post‑Doctoral Associate to advance inspection science for parenteral drug products. You will design experiments, develop detection models, and support both automated and manual inspection strategies in a GMP‑regulated environment.

Key responsibilities

• Design, conduct and analyze statistically‑designed experiments such as probability of detection studies and Knapp reject‑zone methodology.
• Develop laboratory‑scale models, defect libraries and AI‑based strategies to optimize detection performance.
• Provide technical support for inspection qualification activities and technology transfer to manufacturing sites or CMOs.
• Document all technical work, mentor lab associates and contribute to cross‑functional teams.

Required profile

• Ph.D. in Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, Physics or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in particle characterization, materials analysis or optical/imaging systems.
• Record of peer‑reviewed publications and conference presentations.
• Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Required skills

• Particle characterization
• Materials analysis
• Optical/imaging system expertise
• AI‑based defect detection
• Statistical experiment design and probability of detection modeling
• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) compliance

What we offer

• Competitive salary range $58,000 – $123,200 per year.
• Eligibility for company bonus based on performance.
• Comprehensive benefits including 401(k), pension, medical/dental/vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, paid time off and well‑being programs.
• Opportunities to apply for full‑time positions after the fixed‑term assignment.