The Senior Research Scientist is responsible for advancing Smithers ERS NA's technical capabilities, mentoring Study Directors, and driving both commercial and scientific growth. Recognized as a scientific authority internally and externally, with active contributions to the broader regulatory and scientific community.
May be designated as Study Director or Principal Investigator on novel, technically complex, or high-profile studies (per SOP 02.007.12). Serves as a senior GLP resource and advisor to Testing Facility Management on areas of scientific and regulatory risk. Ensures that new testing methods and designs meet GLP framework requirements prior to implementation.
Smithers offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits program designed to support employees’ health, financial security, and overall well-being. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; health reimbursement and flexible spending accounts; wellness programs and health advocacy services; life, accidental death and dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance and legal plans; pet insurance; participation in the Company’s retirement plan; and paid time off.
The salary range for this role is $80,000 - $125,000 gross pay per year, based on relevant experience, skills, and qualifications.
Founded in 1925 and headquartered in Akron, Ohio, Smithers is a multinational provider of testing, consulting, information, and certification services. With world-class laboratories and operations in North America, Europe, and Asia, Smithers supports customers in the transportation, life science, packaging, materials, components, consumer, and energy industries. Smithers delivers accurate data, on time, with high touch, by integrating science, technology, and business expertise, so customers can innovate with confidence.
Smithers invests in our scientific and engineering talent. Our scientists and engineers are key opinion leaders in many of the markets we serve.
