R&D Technician

Evolving Solution Services; Chestertown (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Shift options

Job summary

LaMotte Company is seeking an R&D Technician in Chestertown, MD to support development and optimization of new testing instruments and processes. The role emphasizes precision, collaboration, and turning R&D insights into scalable manufacturing practices.

The ideal candidate has 0–5 years in a chemical lab, strong wet chemistry skills, data analysis and meticulous documentation, and must pass a color perception test as part of the application.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field; Bachelor’s preferred.
• 0–5 years of hands-on experience in a chemical or analytical lab.
• Experience with wet chemistry techniques: UV-Vis, fluorescence, titrations, calibrations, turbidity.
• Understanding of process development and scale-up; manufacturing support preferred.
• Excellent data analysis, technical reporting, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and collaborative mindset.
• Must be able to pass a color test.

Responsibilities

• Support technical implementation of new technologies transitioning R&D to manufacturing.
• Conduct experiments to develop, evaluate, and optimize new instruments and methods.
• Analyze and interpret complex data to guide research decisions.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve technical challenges with cross-functional teams.
• Support validation and verification testing to ensure quality.
• Maintain detailed lab documentation and contribute to reports and SOPs.
• Recommend improvements to experimental design and lab safety practices.
• Participate in cross-functional project teams representing R&D in production, quality, and support discussions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Wet chemistry

UV-Vis spectroscopy

Fluorescence

Titrations

Calibrations

Turbidity

Data analysis

Documentation

Independent work

Team collaboration

Color test

Education

Associate degree or higher in Chemistry or related field

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Laboratory instrumentation

Job description

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Full Time Chestertown, MD, US

Salary Range: $20.00 To $28.00 Hourly

Position Summary:

This position is ideal for a highly skilled and motivated laboratory professional who thrives on innovation, precision, and collaboration. The R&D Technician will take a support role in advancing new technologies and optimizing processes within the department to ensure project success and technical excellence.

Job Responsibilities:

• Support technical implementation of new, state-of-the-art technologies, supporting the transition from R&D to full-scale manufacturing.
• Conduct experiments to develop, evaluate, and optimize new chemical testing instruments, formulations, and analytical methods under the guidance of scientists and engineers.
• Analyze and interpret complex data to guide research decisions and improve product performance and reliability.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve technical challenges, collaborating with engineers, chemists, and cross-functional teams.
• Support validation and verification testing for raw materials, intermediates, and finished products to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Maintain detailed and accurate laboratory documentation, contributing to technical reports, SOPs, and product development records.
• Recommend improvements to experimental design, lab practices, and safety protocols to enhance efficiency and quality.
• Participate in cross-functional project teams, representing R&D in production, quality, and customer support discussions.
• Performs other duties as assigned. (Such duties may or may not be essential functions of the job.)

Qualifications/Job Requirements:

• Associate’s degree or higher in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field (Bachelor’s degree preferred), or equivalent work experience (~5 years).
• 0 to 5 years of hands‑on experience in a chemical or analytical laboratory setting.
• Demonstrated expertise in wet chemistry techniques including UV-Vis spectroscopy, fluorescence, titrations, calibrations, turbidity, and general laboratory instrumentation.
• Understanding of process development and scale-up, with experience supporting manufacturing or production processes preferred.
• Excellent data analysis, technical reporting, and documentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and deliver results in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with a collaborative mindset.
• Must be able to pass a color test.

Environmental Factors/Physical/Mental Capabilities:

Works indoors in a temperature-controlled environment. Handles various chemicals. Requires good problem solving, judgment, communication skills, and color perception. Requires walking, standing, sitting, good manual dexterity and transporting up to 30 pounds.

About Us:

LaMotte Company, a 100+ year-old global industry leader in developing and manufacturing premier water analysis solutions, operating in Newark, DE, Chestertown, MD and Warwick, UK. Our products are used around the world to test water accurately, quickly, and conveniently in a multitude of applications.

LaMotte relies on the personal success of our employees. We offer competitive pay with performance and level increases based on skills and more.

• LaMotte offers a range of different shifts such as mornings, afternoons, evenings, and 12-hour shifts between both facilities to fit employee’s needs.
• LaMotte offers paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays.
• We have several employee events including holiday events, employee appreciation events, community events, employee engagement, etc.
• Full‑time employees, who regularly work at least 30 hours per week, are eligible for employer-provided insurance including health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and supplemental insurance.
• Full‑time employees are eligible to contribute to our 401(k) plan with an employer match available.

LaMotte is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, disability, military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local laws.