Lab Technician, High-Throughput Materials Synthesis

astralQ Inc.; Framingham (MA); In loco; USD 30.000 - 34.000; Tempo pieno

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Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Descrizione del lavoro

astralQ Inc. in Framingham, MA is seeking an entry-level lab associate to run day-to-day experimental work in our materials lab, including preparing samples, operating procedures, and keeping records. We'll train you on specialized instruments and automated systems.

This on-site, full-time role offers hands-on experience with high-throughput experiments and safety procedures, with benefits including medical and dental coverage.

Competenze

• Bachelor's in chemistry, materials science, chemical or mechanical engineering, physics, or a related field, or equivalent hands-on lab experience.
• Hands-on lab experience from coursework, research, internships, or work.
• Working knowledge of basic lab safety (PPE, chemical handling, safe equipment operation).
• Mechanical aptitude: comfortable assembling, fitting, and adjusting equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and reliable record-keeping.
• Able to work on-site in Framingham, MA.

Mansioni

• Prepare and organize inorganic powders, precursors, and sample batches (weighing, mixing, dispensing, labeling)
• Support high-temperature synthesis with furnaces and atmosphere controls, following approved procedures
• Run routine characterization after training, including sample loading and established XRD methods, and flag unexpected results
• Set up, fit, and adjust lab equipment and fixtures; assist with maintenance and basic troubleshooting
• Keep complete sample and experiment records so every material is traceable from preparation to measurement
• Help engineers test automated workflows and new labware, and improve SOPs
• Keep the lab safe, clean, and stocked; follow EHS procedures

Conoscenze

Hands-on lab experience

Attention to detail

Record-keeping

Mechanical aptitude

On-site work ability

Lab safety know-how

Formazione

Bachelor's in chemistry, materials science, chemical or mechanical engineering, physics, or related field

Strumenti

XRD

Optical microscopy

Raman

SEM/EDS

Descrizione del lavoro

astralQ is an early-stage physical AI company developing new inorganic materials through high-throughput experiments, materials characterization, and laboratory automation. We combine scientific expertise with computational tools to learn from experiments and decide what to test next.

The role

This is a full-time, on-site, entry-level lab role in Framingham, MA. You'll run day-to-day experimental work in our materials lab: preparing and tracking samples, operating established synthesis and measurement procedures, setting up equipment, and keeping reliable records. We'll train you on specialized instruments and automated systems.

Pay

$22-25/hour, plus medical and dental benefits.

What you'll do

• Prepare and organize inorganic powders, precursors, and sample batches (weighing, mixing, dispensing, labeling)
• Support high-temperature synthesis with furnaces and atmosphere controls, following approved procedures
• Run routine characterization after training, including sample loading and established XRD methods, and flag unexpected results
• Set up, fit, and adjust lab equipment and fixtures; assist with maintenance and basic troubleshooting
• Keep complete sample and experiment records so every material is traceable from preparation to measurement
• Help engineers test automated workflows and new labware, and improve SOPs
• Keep the lab safe, clean, and stocked; follow EHS procedures

Required

• Bachelor's in chemistry, materials science, chemical or mechanical engineering, physics, or a related field, or equivalent hands-on lab experience
• Hands-on lab experience from coursework, research, internships, or work
• Working knowledge of basic lab safety (PPE, chemical handling, safe equipment operation)
• Mechanical aptitude: comfortable assembling, fitting, and adjusting equipment
• Strong attention to detail and reliable record-keeping
• Able to work on-site in Framingham, MA

Nice to have

• Gloveboxes, inert-atmosphere systems, furnaces, or powder handling
• XRD, optical microscopy, Raman, or SEM/EDS exposure
• Basic Python or scripting for data analysis
• 3D printing, robotics, or automated equipment

Prior industry experience is not required. Academic lab work and practical projects are welcome.

What success looks like

• First 90 days: complete lab and safety training and reliably perform assigned sample preparation and routine procedures
• 6 months: handle day-to-day synthesis and characterization workflows with consistent quality
• 12 months: support multiple experimental campaigns and contribute at least one documented improvement to a lab procedure or workflow

Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.; visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

astralQ is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants without discrimination on any basis protected by applicable law.