RandD Lab Technician

THIS IS A 18+ MO CONTRACT ROLE

WORK IS COMPLETED ONSITE

MAX RATE: $25HR

The RandD Laboratory Technician contractor will support a Catalyst Scale-Up Research and Development team in a variety of catalyst development activities. This position requires a high degree of independence, initiative, attention to detail, self-motivation, reliability, and strong interpersonal skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow established operating discipline principles, procedures, and practices to ensure safe and efficient laboratory operations.
• Conduct catalyst preparation, analysis, and testing under the direction of RandD team members.
• Perform safe sampling and analysis of catalysts, catalyst components, and raw materials.
• Safely handle air- and moisture-sensitive materials using techniques such as vacuum lines, inert atmosphere glove boxes, and nitrogen-purged systems.
• Coordinate sample shipment activities.
• Manage hazardous waste in accordance with applicable environmental and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain catalyst, ligand, intermediate, and gas cylinder inventories.
• Perform laboratory maintenance, including vacuum system and glove box upkeep, as well as cylinder repairs.
• Operate and maintain laboratory-scale reactor systems.

Preferred Experience

• 1-2 years of laboratory, industrial, chemical, maintenance, or related technical experience.
• Strong chemistry background preferred.
• Experience working in chemical manufacturing, research, laboratory, or other technical environments.
• Experience in safety-focused work environments.
• Mechanical aptitude or maintenance-related experience.

Preferred Education

• Associate degree in Chemistry, Chemical Technology, Process Technology, or a related field.
• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or another science-related discipline preferred.
• Degree is preferred but not required; equivalent experience will be considered.

Work Schedule

Option 1

• 5 days per week
• 8-hour workdays

Option 2

• Four 9-hour workdays
• One 4-hour workday (typically Friday)

The shorter workday is generally scheduled on Friday, though alternative arrangements may be considered.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Provided On Site

• Lab coat
• Safety glasses/goggles
• Gloves
• Specialty gloves and additional PPE required for specific laboratory procedures

Candidate Must Provide

• Closed-toe safety shoes or other appropriate footwear

This position offers hands-on experience supporting catalyst research, laboratory operations, equipment maintenance, and safe chemical handling in a dynamic RandD environment.