Lab Technician

Joulé; Conshohocken (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialty chemical company is seeking a Lab Technician to support material development and testing. This entry-level position is ideal for recent graduates eager to gain industry experience. Responsibilities include conducting experiments, monitoring processes, and ensuring safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow written procedures and improve upon existing procedures.
• Knowledge in general laboratory practice required.

Responsibilities

• Perform catalytic testing and characterization of zeolites and other materials.
• Monitor chemical processes and characterize materials.
• Prepare chemical solutions and conduct experiments.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Education

Associate's Degree in Chemistry

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Job Title: Lab Technician

Location: Conshohocken, PA

Type: 6 Month Contract to hire

Schedule: Monday - Friday 7AM-3:30PM

Pay Rate: $22/hour

Overview:

Specialty Chemical Company is seeking a Lab Tech to join their team in support of material development and testing. Our client is open to recent graduates looking to gain industry experience!

Responsibilities:

• Perform catalytic testing and characterization of zeolites and other materials, such as temperature programmed techniques (adsorption, desorption and reduction), selective catalytic reduction, and other catalytic reactions for sustainability applications.
• Monitor chemical processes and characterize materials.
• Set up, operate, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Troubleshoot problems and malfunctioning instruments.
• Prepare chemical solutions.
• Conduct, compile, and interpret results of chemical and physical experiments.
• Record data and observations in laboratory notebook and laboratory information system.
• Contribute to the overall site safety through established safety procedures, programs, and policies.
• Must be able to manage time effectively within a changing environment.
• Determine acceptability of results and propose relevant conclusions on all work.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

Requirements:

• Associate's Degree in Chemistry or related field.
• Knowledge in general laboratory (chemical preferred) practice required.
• Ability to follow written procedures and improve upon existing procedures required.
• Ability to conduct experiments with high accuracy and attention to detail required.
• Proficiency in Excel and Word.
• Ability to operate all equipment safely following SOPs/JSAs.
• Ability to conduct operations promoting safety, quality, and environmental compliance.

Additional Information:

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Contract

Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Industries: Staffing and Recruiting