Research Technician

Evonik; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Evonik is seeking a Research Technician to join their team in Allentown. This entry-level position involves performing laboratory experiments and supporting research tasks in the Oil Additives sector. The ideal candidate will possess relevant education and experience in chemistry, along with strong organizational skills for data recording and equipment management. A dynamic, collaborative working environment is offered alongside opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Performance-based remuneration

Occupational health benefits

Flexible working environments

Qualifications

• 3 years’ experience in a related field is required, with polymer chemistry experience preferred.
• Ability to perform laboratory experiments and maintain records effectively.
• Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Set up and conduct experiments according to SOPs; operate lab equipment.
• Record and report data in a timely manner; maintain equipment logbooks.
• Ensure compliance with ESHQ requirements during laboratory work.

Skills

Computer proficiency

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree in Chemistry or related field

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Office 365

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What We Offer

Explore a world of opportunities with us. Look ahead with us and help shape innovative solutions to make our world more sustainable and life healthier, more vibrant and more comfortable. At Evonik, you have the chance to explore, thrive, and grow alongside 33,000 colleagues. Among attractive career paths and high-quality development programs, we not only offer performance-based remuneration and occupational health benefits but also hybrid and flexible working environments with #SmartWork. Bring your fresh perspective, develop your strengths, break out your mold, and find a career that fits your dreams with us.

What We Offer

Explore a world of opportunities with us. Look ahead with us and help shape innovative solutions to make our world more sustainable and life healthier, more vibrant and more comfortable. At Evonik, you have the chance to explore, thrive, and grow alongside 33,000 colleagues. Among attractive career paths and high-quality development programs, we not only offer performance-based remuneration and occupational health benefits but also hybrid and flexible working environments with #SmartWork. Bring your fresh perspective, develop your strengths, break out your mold, and find a career that fits your dreams with us.

Click on the link below to learn what our employees have to say about Evonik:

https://careers.evonik.com/en/about/meet-the-team/

Persons in this position perform laboratory experiments and tasks at the request of the immediate supervising scientist in support of the scientist’s programs. This position is in the Research, Development, & Innovation group for the Business Line Oil Additives.

Responsibilities

• Set up and carry out a variety of experiments, analyses, and tests following detailed instructions or SOP’s, both written and unwritten.
• Operate standard and specialized equipment involved in a particular laboratory.
• Record data and observations and keep an up-to-date laboratory notebook.
• Report unusual results or equipment operation to supervisor.
• Perform basic computer skills in MS Office and internal software environments in order to create and update tables, modify experimental runsheets, and write short summaries
• Perform routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment Report break downs and arrange for servicing.
• Maintain equipment logbook which includes but not limited to trouble shooting, calibration records and inventory of supplies.
• Properly maintain control chart or calibration records.
• Works in compliance with ESHQ requirements for work in chemical laboratories.
  
  

Requirements

• Computer proficiency required with emphasis on Office 365
• Works with guidance (but not constant supervision) to perform necessary actions based on recommendations and requirements.
• Associate degree in Chemistry or closely related science required with minimum 3 years’ experience; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Polymer Chemistry experience preferred
• Oil and Gas Industry experience preferred
  
  

The Evonik Group adopts an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) approach. Candidates are assessed based on their educational qualifications, experience, job competencies and potential and shall not be discriminated against on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, nationality, disability or sexual orientation or other classifications protected by local, state, or provincial regulations.

Your Application

To ensure that your application is proceeded as quickly as possible and to protect the environment, please apply online via our careers portal. Further information about Evonik as Employer can be found at https://careers.evonik.com.

Please address your application to the Talent Acquisition Manager, stating your earliest possible starting date and your salary expectations.

Your Talent Acquisition Manager:

Wenda Cenexant [C]

Company is

Evo Oil Additives US

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Chemical Manufacturing

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