Research Development Laboratory Technician

Niktor; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated R&D Lab Technician to support production and research projects in a dynamic laboratory environment. This role involves sample collection, analysis, and maintaining laboratory organization, all while adhering to safety standards. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant degree and laboratory experience, with proficiency in analytical techniques such as HPLC. Join this innovative team and contribute to impactful projects in the chemical manufacturing sector, where your skills and attention to detail will make a significant difference in production processes and research outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with laboratory experience required.
• Familiarity with various analytical instruments and techniques essential.

Responsibilities

• Support production through sample collection, analysis, and characterization.
• Conduct analysis using wet chemistry and instrumentation techniques.

Skills

Laboratory Experience

Sample Preparation

Analytical Techniques

Wet Chemistry

Attention to Detail

Education

B.S. in Biology

B.S. in Chemistry

B.S. in Biochemistry

B.S. in Food Science

M.Sc. in relevant field

Tools

HPLC

Nitrogen Analysis

Job description

Research Development Laboratory Technician

Job Title: R&D Lab Technician Lv1

Location: Dayton, OH 45414

Duration: 12 Months

Schedule: Monday-Friday during normal business hours 8:00-5:00 PM with some flexibility.

Job Description:

Work will be:

• Support of semi-works (< 1.5 metric tons) production for feed ingredients, including sample collection, analysis, and characterization of both in-process and finished feed and feed components produced with ingredients primarily coming from a corn wet milling process.
• Analytical support of on-going research projects throughout the business.
• Daily laboratory cleanliness, organization, and chemical and supply inventory auditing and reporting.
• Other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities:

• Collection and analysis of samples under the supervision of a lead investigator as outlined in methods, SOPs, experimental designs, and verbal instructions. Ability to execute on assigned tasks, including thoroughly and accurately documenting and communicating results, with minimal direct and, mainly, indirect supervision in a detailed manner.
• Analysis of collected or submitted samples, primarily through wet chemistry, enzymatic assay, and instrumentation (HPLC, rheology, moisture determination, protein analysis) based techniques.
• Gathering samples and raw materials from a potentially physically demanding production environment while adhering to personal safety, food safety, and general operation program guidelines.
• Training and active participation in the facility safety program, with extreme importance placed on adherence to facility and lab safety standards and programs.
• Routine lab duties (cleaning, solution prep, basic instrument daily preparation, inventory auditing, etc.)
• Flexibility around assigned responsibilities, as this position will need to support critical production, and, therefore, priorities may be shifted on extremely short notice.

Required Qualifications:

• B.S. (or M.Sc.) in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Food Science with laboratory experience.
• Familiarity with sample prep and analysis via various techniques.
• Ability to conduct lab work and maintaining detailed records of all findings. Some familiarity with testing food samples is beneficial.
• Experience with various analytical instruments, with HPLC and nitrogen analysis via combustion being the primary methodologies, and various wet chemistry techniques.
• Ability to execute on assigned tasks with only moderate direct oversight by lead investigator.

Seniority Level: Associate

Employment Type: Contract

Job Function: Science

Industries: Chemical Manufacturing