Research Technician

Solstice Advanced Materials; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 47,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) match

Educational assistance

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Solstice Advanced Materials in Buffalo, NY is seeking an on-site R&D Technician to provide technical support in the R&D group under chemists and engineers. You will report to the R&D Supervisor, and work out of our Buffalo, NY location on an On-Site work schedule.

The role involves performing laboratory experiments up to kilo-scale with hazardous materials, supporting data analysis, maintaining records, and reporting results.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a two-year degree is required, preferably in a chemistry-related discipline.
• Five plus years of chemical operator experience is highly valued and will be considered an important qualification for the position. A four-year degree in Chemistry or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory experiments up to kilo-scale involving hazardous materials under the direction of a Chemist or Chemical Engineer
• Work includes support for lab experiments, calculations, data analysis, maintaining; records, and accurate reporting of data
• Perform troubleshooting on kilo-lab scale equipment
• Perform routine lab HSE and HOS tasks

Skills

Hazardous materials safety

Chemical knowledge

Mechanical aptitude

Data analysis

Analytical instruments

Education

Two-year degree required

Chemistry-related discipline preferred

Tools

Gas Chromatograph

Process control software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

As a R&D Technician here at Solstice, you will Provides technical support and service in the R&D group under the supervision of chemists and engineers. You will report directly to our R&D Supervisor, and you’ll work out of our Buffalo, NY location on an On-Site work schedule.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory experiments up to kilo-scale involving hazardous materials under the direction of a Chemist or Chemical Engineer
• Work includes support for lab experiments, calculations, data analysis, maintaining; records, and accurate reporting of data
• Perform troubleshooting on kilo-lab scale equipment
• Perform routine lab HSE and HOS tasks

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of a two-year degree is required, preferably in a chemistry-related discipline.
• Five plus years of chemical operator experience is highly valued and will be considered an important qualification for the position. A four-year degree in Chemistry or a related field is preferred.

Technical Skills

• Must be able to work safely with hazardous materials including hydrofluoric acid (HF), fluorosulfonic acid (FSA), etc.;
• Must have good chemical knowledge and mechanical aptitude to assemble, run and troubleshoot chemical experiments and equipment;
• Must demonstrate ability to learn and use analytical equipment needed in support of processes including Gas-chromatograph and other laboratory instruments;
• Be able to use computer software such as Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel), and process control software

Physical Requirements

• Be able to move up to 600-pound drums and 250-pound gas cylinders utilizing appropriate handling equipment, lift and carry up to 35-pound pails, climb ladders and scaffolding, wear all PPE and respiratory equipment;
• Be able to work rotating 8-hour shifts

Compensation

The annual base pay range for this position is $41.40 per hour. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Solstice Advanced Materials considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.

Benefits Of Working For Solstice Adanved Materials

• employer-subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance
• Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays

About Solstice

Solstice Advanced Materials business unit focuses on developing innovative materials that are environmentally friendly and enhance product performance. This unit is dedicated to creating solutions that meet the evolving needs of various industries while promoting sustainability and efficiency. Our commitment to research and development drives the creation of advanced materials that support a wide range of applications, ensuring we remain at the forefront of technological advancements.

Solstice is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.

About Solstice Advanced Materials

Solstice Advanced Materials is a leading global specialty materials company that advances science for smarter outcomes. Solstice offers high-performance solutions that enable critical industries and applications, including refrigerants, semiconductor manufacturing, data center cooling, nuclear power, protective fibers, healthcare packaging and more. Solstice is recognized for developing next-generation materials through some of the industry's most renowned brands such as Solstice®, Genetron®, Aclar®, Spectra®, Fluka™, and Hydranal™. Partnering with over 3,000 customers across more than 120 countries and territories and supported by a robust portfolio of over 5,700 patents, Solstice’s approximately 4,000 employees worldwide drive innovation in materials science. For more information, visit Advanced Materials .