R&D Lab Technician: Formulation & Analytical Testing

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 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.