R&D Test Engineer

Stark Pharma Solutions Inc; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Stark Pharma Solutions Inc is seeking a hands-on R&D Test Engineer to support laboratory, bench, and product testing activities in Ohio. The role involves performing established test methods, preparing samples, collecting data, troubleshooting issues, and maintaining clear testing records.

You will work with R&D and cross-functional teams, follow procedures, and ensure careful documentation and reporting of test results to drive project success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Life Sciences, or related field.
• 2–5 years of laboratory, R&D, or product testing experience preferred.
• Hands-on bench testing and test protocols experience.
• Experience with assays, wet chemistry, or chemistry-based testing.
• Knowledge of pipetting, weighing, sample preparation, and dilution techniques.
• Experience using general laboratory instruments and test equipment.
• Strong documentation, data analysis, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently in a laboratory setting.
• Experience in medical device, diagnostics, pharmaceutical, biotech, or another regulated industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory, bench, and product testing for R&D projects.
• Follow established test methods, procedures, and protocols.
• Perform basic assays and wet‑chemistry testing.
• Prepare samples, solutions, reagents, and dilutions.
• Use and maintain laboratory and testing equipment.
• Record, analyze, and report test results accurately.
• Troubleshoot test setups and testing issues.
• Maintain laboratory notebooks and test documentation.
• Support test reports and technical documentation.
• Work with R&D and cross‑functional teams.
• Follow quality, safety, and laboratory procedures.

Skills

Lab testing

Documentation

Troubleshooting

Independent work

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Life Sciences, or related field

Tools

Pipettes

Wet chemistry equipment

Analytical balances

Job description

About The Company

Stark Pharma Solutions Inc. is a global consulting and staffing partner established in 2014, serving the Pharmaceutical, Medical Device, Biotech, and IT industries across the USA, Canada, and India.

We provide specialized consulting and staffing solutions across Quality & Validation, Regulatory Affairs, R&D, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Project Management, and IT, with a focus on delivering tailored solutions that drive growth, operational excellence, and long-term client success.

Position: R&D Test Engineer

Location: Ohio

Duration: Long Term

Job Overview

We are looking for a hands‑on R&D Test Engineer to support laboratory, bench, and product testing activities. The engineer will perform established test methods, prepare samples, collect test data, troubleshoot issues, and maintain clear testing records.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory, bench, and product testing for R&D projects.
• Follow established test methods, procedures, and protocols.
• Perform basic assays and wet‑chemistry testing.
• Prepare samples, solutions, reagents, and dilutions.
• Use and maintain laboratory and testing equipment.
• Record, analyze, and report test results accurately.
• Troubleshoot test setups and testing issues.
• Maintain laboratory notebooks and test documentation.
• Support test reports and technical documentation.
• Work with R&D and cross‑functional teams.
• Follow quality, safety, and laboratory procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Life Sciences, or a related field.
• 2 5 years of laboratory, R&D, or product testing experience preferred.
• Hands‑on experience with bench testing and test protocols.
• Experience with assays, wet chemistry, or chemistry‑based testing.
• Knowledge of pipetting, weighing, sample preparation, and dilution techniques.
• Experience using general laboratory instruments and test equipment.
• Strong documentation, data analysis, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently in a laboratory setting.
• Experience in medical device, diagnostics, pharmaceutical, biotech, or another regulated industry is a plus.

Stark Pharma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds.