Research Associate

SGS Consulting; Yuma (AZ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS Consulting in the United States is seeking a laboratory professional to design experiments and execute bench work. The role includes analyzing data, preparing technical reports, and maintaining rigorous records.

You will contribute to process improvements and support cross-team collaborations in a dynamic lab environment. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in science, with hands-on lab techniques experience, and the ability to train colleagues and troubleshoot issues as they

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science is required.
• Experience with laboratory techniques is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Designs experimental protocols with minimal supervision.
• Executes bench experiments; analyzes data and observations.
• Prepares technical reports and quantitative analyses.
• Maintains complete and accurate records and trains others.
• Troubleshoots problems and implements corrective actions.
• Trains others in areas of expertise.

Skills

specialized laboratory techniques

word processing

spreadsheets

graphical and presentation software

Education

Bachelor's degree in science

Job description

Job Responsibilities:

• Designs experimental protocols with minimal supervision.
• Executes bench experiments; makes detailed and general observations and analyzes data.
• Prepares technical reports, summaries and quantitative analyses.
• Maintains complete and accurate records.
• Normally receives general directions on routine work and detailed directions on new assignments.
• Makes suggestions to improve work processes and laboratory environment.
• Assists in identifying and reducing to practice patentable inventions.
• Works on problems of diverse scope in which analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors.
• Exercises judgment within generally defined practices and policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
• May participate in cross functional technical teams such as a failure investigation team.
• Works well in a team environment by being a productive project team member, suggesting creative solutions to problems and providing input to project planning.
• Trains others in areas of expertise.
• Troubleshoots problems and institutes corrective action.
• Prepares and presents experimental procedures and results in group and project teams.
• Monitors work to ensure quality, and continuously promote Quality First Time.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Skills:

• specialized laboratory techniques
• word processing
• spreadsheets
• graphical and presentation software

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in science.