Senior Research Technician

INTELLISWIFT INC; Alnwick Parish; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology firm in New Brunswick is seeking a Senior Research Technician to assist in R&D, conducting tests and supporting product development. The ideal candidate will have a background in materials science or engineering, and strong problem-solving and communication skills. Responsibilities include designing prototypes, conducting tests, and collaborating with a team to analyze data.

Qualifications

• 5+ years related experience or an Associate Degree in Engineering or Physical Science.
• Ability to analyze experimental data and use statistical techniques.
• Experience with materials testing protocols.

Responsibilities

• Support testing and development of new products.
• Design and build prototypes for product testing.
• Conduct laboratory tests and present results.

Skills

Materials testing protocols

Data analysis

Creative problem solving

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Safety practices

Education

Associate Degree in Engineering, Applied or Physical Science

Tools

Microsoft Office

G Suite

Job description

Overview

The Senior Research Technician for Innovation in R & D is responsible for assisting the Principal Scientist in the testing and development of new and innovative products and related technologies, usually sourced from external partners and can come from a wide range of technology disciplines. The Senior Research Technician is responsible for supporting current and future product development and testing, up to and including product code certifications. The individual may also assist in test roof installations and analysis of field data.

Responsibilities

• Essential Duties:
  • Work under the direction of a Research Scientist or Principal Scientist (25%)
  • Design and build prototypes for testing product attributes (25%)
  • Conduct Laboratory tests and interpret results and present data in report format (25%)
  • Analyze results and execute with minimal oversight (10%)
  • Project planning and organization (10%)
  • Maintain safe work practices and good housekeeping (5%)

Critical Competencies

• Experienced with a variety of materials testing protocols
• Ability to analyze experimental data and use of statistical techniques
• Demonstrated experience with creative problem solving
• Candidate should be able to collaborate and work in a team environment
• Motivated individual with good verbal and written communication skills
• Candidate needs to have good housekeeping skills
• Candidate needs to be safety conscious and work in safe manner

Level Based Competencies

• Assist in all trial runs, field evaluations, and analysis of resulting data.
• Maintains laboratory equipment in an operable and calibrated condition
• Interacts with vendors to procure equipment, chemicals, and materials for department work
• Ability to present meaningful results and unbiased conclusions orally and graphically to senior R&D management
• Composes clear written communications including memos and reports

Technical Knowledge/Skills

• Background in materials testing, materials science, and/or new product development
• Knowledge of basic engineering principles, basic materials science or chemistry
• Ability to conduct experiments as per test protocols
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office or G Suite

General Knowledge Skills

• Should have good communication and interpersonal skills
• Needs to be a good team player
• Interacts with other R&D groups and participates in Laboratory Safety and Continuous Improvement Teams
• Maintains and audits thorough records in laboratory notebooks, analyzes test results, and issues project reports.

Education/Experience Requirements

Associate Degree in Engineering, Applied or Physical Science is preferred or 5+ years related experience