Biochemist jobs in United States

Location: Marlborough, MA

Position Type: 1-year contract with additional opportunity contingent upon performance and continued business need.

Shift: 1st Shift

Compensation: $34.50/HR

Benefits: 401K, Dental, Life, Medical, Vision Insurance.

• Prepare chemical solutions and maintain plating baths for electroplating operations.
• Operate and maintain electroplating equipment, including tanks, rectifiers, and agitation systems.
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory instruments such as pH meters, spectrophotometers, and conductivity meters.
• Perform routine and specialized tests to monitor plating thickness, adhesion, and surface finish properties.
• Analyze chemical concentrations and adjust bath compositions to ensure optimal plating conditions.
• Accurately document experimental procedures, results, and observations in lab notebooks and digital systems.
• Communicate research findings clearly to the team lead and other team members.
• Collaborate with R&D teams on the development of new plating processes and surface treatments.
• Partner with sales teams to troubleshoot customer plating issues.
• Ensure full compliance with safety protocols, environmental regulations, and waste disposal procedures.

• Strong bias for action with a willingness to go the extra mile.
• Well‑organized, detail‑oriented, and results‑driven team player.
• Methodical and proficient in data analysis with excellent problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Familiarity with laboratory safety standards and chemical handling procedures.

• Associate, Bachelor’s, or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
• 1+ years of experience in a chemical laboratory, preferably focused on electroplating or surface finishing.
• Strong understanding of electrochemical principles and electroplating chemistry (e.g., nickel, copper, silver, tin).
• Experience with production‑scale electroplating.
• Proficiency with analytical equipment such as UV‑Vis, AA, SEM, XRF, XRD, and wet chemical/surface analysis methods.
• Knowledge of ASTM and ISO standards and quality control procedures.
• Experience with corrosion science or surface science.
• Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma methodologies or certification.

To apply, send your resume to resumes@onboardusa.com. Subject line: "Electroplating Laboratory Technician, Marlborough, MA".

Website: www.onboardusa.com

On-Board Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.