Lead Laboratory Technician - XRD

Nesco Resource; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401K

EAP

Job summary

Nesco Resource is seeking a laboratory technician in Delaware (Wilmington) to support analytical testing across multiple instruments. The role emphasizes strict adherence to SOPs, data quality, and safe lab practices.

You will prepare samples, operate XRD, X-ray tomography, and electron microscopy equipment, and contribute to particle size, density, contact angle, surface tension, and surface area measurements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a scientific discipline.
• Experience safely handling chemicals in a laboratory.
• Familiarity with lab instrumentation and practices.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality data.
• Ability to follow procedures and maintain records.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in industrial/manufacturing/R&D labs is a plus.
• Basic computer and data management skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples, reagents, and standards for analysis per SOPs.
• Perform XRD data acquisition and basic data quality assessments.
• Perform X-ray tomography data acquisition and basic data quality assessments.
• Operate electron microscopy equipment and assess data quality.
• Acquire particle characterization and energetics data (size, density, contact angle, surface tension, surface area).
• Routine operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of lab instrumentation.
• Dispose of lab waste per safety/environmental procedures.
• Maintain lab organization and stock supplies.
• Communicate results and observations promptly with technical staff.
• Work in a team while managing changing priorities and timelines.
• 100% onsite only.

Skills

Chemistry knowledge

Data management

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Multi-tasking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry/Materials Science/Physics/Engineering

Tools

Laboratory instrumentation

Job description

Job Description

• Prepare samples, reagents, and standards for analysis in accordance with established standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Perform X-ray diffraction (XRD) data acquisition and conduct basic assessments of data quality.
• Perform X-ray tomography data acquisition and conduct basic assessments of data quality.
• Operate electron microscopy instrumentation and conduct basic assessments of data quality.
• Acquire particle characterization and energetics data, including techniques such as:
  • Particle size analysis
  • Density measurements
  • Contact angle measurements
  • Surface tension measurements
  • Surface area analysis
• Perform routine operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of laboratory instrumentation.
• Dispose of laboratory waste in compliance with established safety and environmental procedures.
• Maintain laboratory organization through cleaning, stocking supplies, and supporting general laboratory operations.
• Communicate results, observations, and potential issues promptly with technical staff.
• Work effectively within a team environment while managing changing priorities and timelines.
• 100% onsite only

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, Physics, Engineering, or a related scientific discipline, or equivalent knowledge gained through relevant laboratory experience and on-the-job training.
• Experience safely handling chemicals and preparing samples in a laboratory environment.
• Familiarity with laboratory instrumentation and standard laboratory practices.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to generating high-quality data.
• Ability to follow procedures, maintain accurate records, and work safely at all times.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working in industrial, manufacturing, or R&D laboratory environments is a plus.
• Basic computer and data management skills.

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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