Lab Technician

Laboratory Technician

This Laboratory Technician role supports day-to-day research and development activities in a true R&D laboratory setting. You will work closely with scientists and engineers to conduct experiments, prepare materials, and maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace. This position offers extensive hands-on wet lab experience and exposure to laboratory instrumentation, making it an excellent opportunity for recent graduates or early-career scientists looking to build a strong technical foundation.

Responsibilities

• Assist R&D scientists and engineers with laboratory experiments and testing, following their instructions and established protocols.
• Set up, organize, and clean laboratory glassware and equipment before, during, and after experiments.
• Prepare and handle raw materials and finished product samples for testing and analysis.
• Perform basic laboratory testing and measurements in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Collect, record, and organize experimental data in an accurate and timely manner.
• Document test results, observations, and experimental conditions clearly and precisely.
• Prepare materials, reagents, and equipment for upcoming experiments to ensure smooth workflow.
• Set up reaction and distillation assemblies and other glassware configurations required for experiments.
• Carry out purification and distillation procedures as directed by R&D staff.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory workspace, including routine housekeeping tasks.
• Follow established laboratory procedures, safety guidelines, and best practices at all times.
• Support general R&D projects and laboratory activities as needed, contributing to team objectives.
• Collaborate with laboratory colleagues in a team-oriented environment and uphold commitments to shared goals.

Essential Skills

• Scientific bachelors degree, preferably in chemistry, or a related scientific discipline that includes completion of an organic chemistry course with laboratory.
• Successful completion of at least one organic chemistry laboratory course.
• Practical experience with purification and distillation techniques and procedures.
• Ability to set up and work confidently with laboratory glassware, including reaction and distillation setups.
• Basic skills in analytical chemistry and laboratory measurement techniques.
• Ability to accurately collect, record, and organize experimental data and test results.
• Strong attention to detail and adherence to laboratory procedures and safety guidelines.

Work Environment

This role is based in a true R&D laboratory environment focused on developing tailored solutions for applications in consumer-oriented markets such as personal care, food, pharmaceuticals, and consumer goods. You will work with wet chemistry processes, glassware setups for reactions and distillations, and a range of laboratory instruments under the guidance of experienced scientists and engineers. The culture is supportive and team-oriented, with colleagues who collaborate closely and maintain a friendly atmosphere;

music often plays in the lab, and technicians work together and help each other. The standard hours are primarily 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., with the need for flexibility to provide coverage between 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. The environment emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and organization, while encouraging continuous learning and skill development.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Gurnee, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.

If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to…