R&D Lab Technician

Kelly Services; Harvey (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly Science & Clinical in Harvey, IL is seeking an R&D Technician for a long-term temporary assignment. The role supports formulation, testing, and development activities under the R&D Scientist, conducting laboratory tests including FT-IR and XRF analysis, and maintaining accurate records.

Ideal candidates hold a STEM BS, familiarity with lab procedures, and strong documentation, with proficiency in MS Office. The position offers weekday daytime hours and a $24/hour pay rate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field; Chemistry preferred.
• Familiarity with laboratory procedures, testing methods, and safe laboratory practices.
• Experience with viscosity, surface testing, specific gravity, FT-IR, and XRF instrumentation preferred.
• Strong documentation and record-keeping skills, including the ability to maintain an organized laboratory notebook.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Familiarity with patents and raw material databases preferred.
• Product development or product modification experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support formulation, testing, and research activities under the direction of the R&D Scientist.
• Conduct laboratory testing, including viscosity, surface testing, specific gravity, FT-IR, and XRF analysis.
• Perform hands-on experiments in an organized, accurate, and safe manner.
• Assist with product development and product modification projects.
• Maintain organized laboratory notebooks, test results, and project documentation.
• Record, analyze, and communicate data, observations, and conclusions.
• Collaborate with R&D, Quality Control, Operations, and other technical teams.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized laboratory environment.
• Research industry trends, relevant technologies, patents, and raw materials.

Skills

Laboratory procedures

Documentation

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

MS Office

Education

B.S. in STEM

Tools

FT-IR

XRF

Viscosity testing

Surface testing

Specific gravity

Job description

Kelly Science & Clinical has a new, long term temporary opportunity for a R&D Technician in Harvey, IL!

Pay: $24/hour

Shift: M-F 8am-4:30pm

A long term contract opportunity

Key Responsibilities

• Support formulation, testing, and research activities under the direction of the R&D Scientist.
• Conduct laboratory testing, including viscosity, surface testing, specific gravity, FT-IR, and XRF analysis.
• Perform hands‑on experiments in an organized, accurate, and safe manner.
• Assist with product development and product modification projects.
• Maintain organized laboratory notebooks, test results, and project documentation.
• Record, analyze, and communicate data, observations, and conclusions.
• Collaborate with R&D, Quality Control, Operations, and other technical teams.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized laboratory environment.
• Research industry trends, relevant technologies, patents, and raw materials.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field; Chemistry preferred.
• Familiarity with laboratory procedures, testing methods, and safe laboratory practices.
• Experience with or knowledge of viscosity, surface testing, specific gravity, FT-IR, and XRF instrumentation preferred.
• Strong documentation and record-keeping skills, including the ability to maintain an organized laboratory notebook.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Familiarity with patents and raw material databases preferred.
• Product development or product modification experience preferred.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work‑related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short‑term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly ® Science & Clinical?

Kelly Science & Clinical is your connection to premier scientific and clinical companies looking to hire industry experts just like you. Our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. Every day, we match science professionals with dream jobs that fit their skills, interests, and career goals—it’s the way we think job searching should be. Nearly 100 percent of our science recruiters have a professional background and education in science, so we know a thing or two about the science market and how to get your expertise noticed.

About Kelly

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