R&D Assistant (Chemistry)

Experis; Montvale (NJ); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k options

Weekly pay with direct deposit

Consultant Care support

Free training to upgrade your skills

Dedicated Career Partner to help your

Dedicated Career Partner to help your\

Dedicated Career Partner to help your

Job summary

Experis in Montvale, NJ is seeking an R&D Assistant to support development and formulation of new products based on consumer insights and brand initiatives. This 12-month contract role offers an hourly pay range of $28-$32 and the opportunity to work with cross-functional teams.

You will perform bench work, document lab records, and assist with product evaluations while adhering to SOP, GLP, and ISO standards, enabling you to contribute to milestone-driven projects in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 0-2 years of laboratory/R&D experience or related scientific experience.
• Understanding of formulation principles and chemical interactions.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Experience with SOPs, GLP and ISO standards is preferred, plus proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Support development and formulation of new products based on consumer insights and brand initiatives.
• Assist with product development projects and act as an R&D representative through development process.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Regulatory, and R&D to meet milestones.
• Conduct product performance evaluations, testing, and maintain accurate lab records.
• Perform bench work, maintain equipment, and follow SOPs and safety protocols.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Cross-functional collaboration

Documentation skills

Formulation principles

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biology, Materials Science, Food Science, or related

Job description

Job Title: R&D Assistant

Location: Montvale, NJ

Contract: 12 Months

Pay Range: $28 - $32 hourly

What’s the Job?

• Support the development and formulation of new products and technologies based on consumer insights and brand initiatives.
• Assist with product development projects and serve as an R&D representative throughout the development process.
• Partner with cross-functional teams including Marketing, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Regulatory, and R&D to achieve project milestones and objectives.
• Conduct product performance evaluations, testing, and analysis while maintaining accurate documentation and laboratory records.
• Perform laboratory bench work, maintain laboratory equipment and supplies, and follow SOP, ISO, GLP, and safety protocols.

What’s Needed?

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biology, Materials Science, Food Science, or a related scientific discipline.
• 0-2 years of laboratory, R&D, product development, formulation, or related scientific experience.
• Understanding of formulation principles, chemical interactions, and laboratory testing techniques.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Experience working with SOPs, GLP, ISO standards, Microsoft Office applications, and cross-functional teams is preferred.

What’s in it for me?

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k options
• Weekly pay with direct deposit
• Consultant Care support
• Free training to upgrade your skills
• Dedicated Career Partner to help you achieve your career goals