Senior Technician, Aerosols

PerkinElmer; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

PerkinElmer is seeking a Senior Technician, Aerosols to independently support aerosol extraction and flavor analytics at a client site in Richmond, VA. You will guide Technician staff, ensure quality and safety, and operate within an ISO 17025 accredited environment.

The role requires hands-on experience with aerosolization equipment, strong documentation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to maintain throughput and data integrity.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 2+ years of relevant laboratory or manufacturing experience.
• Associate degree in a science-related field with 1+ years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and mentor others in a regulated laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out aerosol extraction on aerosolization machines under direct supervision.
• Collect aerosol on pads or impingers; prepare samples for downstream chemical analysis.
• Perform sample preparation duties including weighing, digesting, shaking, and dissolving.
• Perform routine instrument and machine maintenance.
• Record and report data; maintain laboratory notebooks and LIMS entries.
• Follow established methods, SOPs, and work instructions.
• Maintain training and compliance in health and safety, security, environmental and operational aspects of daily activities.
• Train and provide day-to-day guidance to Technician staff on prep procedures and SOPs.

Skills

Aerosolization equipment

Flavor analytics methods

Sample throughput

CAPA & quality systems

Attention to detail

Communication & teamwork

Troubleshooting basics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in a science-related field

Tools

LIMS

Job description

When joining PerkinElmer, you select an experienced and trusted leader in scientific solutions, with the support of a global service network and distribution centers, providing the right solution, at the right time, to meet critical customer needs. With over an 80+ year legacy of advancing science and a mission of innovating for a healthier world, our dedicated team collaborates closely with commercial, government, academic and healthcare customers to deliver our broad portfolio of analytical solutions, and OneSource services.

Job Title

Senior Technician, Aerosols

Location(s)

Altria (East Jackson St, Richmond) - Customer Site VA

Job Description

The Senior Technician, Aerosols will independently perform advanced sample preparation and laboratory support activities for aerosol extraction and flavor analytics testing, and provide guidance to Technician staff, within the insourced laboratory team as part of an End-to-End (E2E) Laboratory Modernization Program. This role operates within an ISO 17025 accredited analytical production laboratory at a client site.

Job Responsibilities

Carry out aerosol extraction on aerosolization machines under direct supervision. Collect aerosol on pads or impingers; prepare samples for downstream chemical analysis. Perform sample preparation duties including weighing, digesting, shaking, and dissolving. Perform routine instrument and machine maintenance. Record and report data; maintain laboratory notebooks and LIMS entries. Follow established methods, SOPs, and work instructions. Maintain training and compliance in areas of health and safety, security, environmental and operational aspects of daily activities in the working environment. Train and provide day-to-day guidance to Technician staff on prep procedures, SOPs, and safe work practices. Perform basic troubleshooting of routine preparation equipment and elevate complex issues appropriately. Perform quality checks on completed prep work prior to hand-off for analysis. Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked work area, including routine housekeeping and supply inventory. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job at any time.

Critical Skills

• Hands-on expertise with aerosolization equipment and flavor analytics methods.
• Sample throughput scheduling and production workflow management.
• Understanding of CAPA and quality systems.
• Strong attention to detail and quality documentation.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Basic troubleshooting of routine preparation equipment and elevate complex issues appropriately.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 2+ years of relevant laboratory or manufacturing experience. OR Associate degree in a science-related field with 1+ years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and mentor others in a regulated laboratory environment.
• Adaptable, self-motivated, and capable of managing multiple concurrent prep tasks with minimal supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct experience with aerosol generation/collection equipment and flavor analytics methods.
• Knowledge of cheminformatics tools or structure-activity relationship analysis.
• Experience working within an ISO 17025-accredited or GLP-compliant laboratory environment.
• Familiarity with smoke/aerosol chemistry, consumer product analytical testing, or regulated product testing.
• Experience supporting regulatory submissions or equivalent regulated product filings.
• Proficiency with LIMS and electronic data management systems.

Working Environment

Must be able to work in a laboratory, controlled environments requiring personal protective equipment (e.g., lab coat, safety glasses, etc.) in laboratory. Job pace may be fast and job completion demands may be high. Must be able to remain in a stationary position more than 25% of the time. The person needs to occasionally move between labs, corridors, adjoining rooms, and buildings onsite. Frequently operate on instruments, objects, tools or controls, which will require regularly bending, squatting, stretching and reaching in order to perform in a service function. Occasionally move or lift up to 25 pounds (potential for occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds). Specific vision abilities required by this position include without limitation, the ability to observe details at close range distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus in order to perform the essential service functions of this position. Occasionally operates a computer and other office machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer. Employee may be required to handle hazardous waste according to local, state, and federal regulations. Duties may include identifying, handling, generating, accumulating, storing and labeling hazardous waste. Potential risk to lab-based hazards including but not limited to extreme temperature, biological materials, and hazardous chemicals. May be required to complete Medical Clearance, Respiratory Protection Training, and Fit Testing to wear a respirator as protection against hazards present in the laboratory environment.

Compensation

The annualcompensation range for this full-time position is $50,000 to $60,000. The final base pay offered to the successful candidate will be determined by factors including internal equity, work location, as well as individual qualifications, such as job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Equal Opportunity

PerkinElmer is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, or veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.

PerkinElmer is committed to a culturally diverse workforce.

Company Culture

Are you ready to help improve the lives of millions of people and create a healthier world? When you work at PerkinElmer, that’s exactly what you’ll do. From our dedicated scientists and world‑class operations employees to our innovative R&D professionals and committed sales and service groups, we’re a unique team of 5,000+ global colleagues who come to work every day knowing we’re making a difference. Through innovation, collaboration, and believing in our mission, we strive to create an inspiring and inclusive culture for our employees, so that they can be their best and, together, create a better tomorrow. Join us today.