Scientist​/Engineer - Research & Development

Position: Scientist / Engineer - Research & Development
** Kelly*
* ** is hiring for a Scientist / Engineer - Research & Development for a 12-month contract role at 455 FOREST ST, Marlborough, MA 01752 with our prestigious client.*
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* Job Title:

Scientist / Engineer - Research & Development*
* ** Primary

Location:

Marlborough, MA 01752*
* ** 12-month contract - Onsite role*
* ** Shift: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM*
* ** Pay rate: $30 - 34.28/hr.*
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* Qualifications:

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- ** B.S. or M.Sc. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
*** No Ph.D.**
* - Hands-on experience in organic and/or polymer synthesis (academic or industrial), including solution handling, reaction setup, and basic purification techniques.

- Hands-on experience with analytical tools such as GPC, NMR and at least one of HPLC or UPLC or clear familiarity and demonstrated ability to learn these tools quickly.

- Comfort working in a wet chemistry lab, including safe handling of chemicals, solvents, and lab equipment.

- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to follow procedures with high repeatability.

- Ability to work effectively as part of a team, communicate clearly in English (written and verbal), and manage multiple tasks under guidance from senior staff.

** Responsibilities:*
* ** Key Responsibilities*
* ** Polymer & Organic Synthesis*
* - Perform hands-on polymer and/or organic synthesis of monomers, oligomers, and polymers at lab scale (typically 100 mL-20 L), following established procedures and safety protocols.

- Support development and optimization of synthetic routes, including reaction setup, monitoring, work-up, purification, and yield/quality assessment. Prepare and handle reagents, solutions, and formulations used in electronics applications.

- Cover the full scope of the workstream including raw materials ordering, logistics, shipping, lab housekeeping and documentation.

Analytical Characterization

- Operate and maintain key analytical instruments such as GPC, HPLC, UPLC, NMR and related chromatography tools; perform routine calibrations and basic troubleshooting.

- Perform additional testing and characterization as needed (e.g., GC, UV-Vis, FT-IR, basic thermal analysis, titrations, % solids, viscosity) to support material qualification and process development.

- Analyze data, summarize results in a clear and organized format, and communicate findings to project leaders in a timely manner.

Lab Operations, Documentation & Safety

- Follow written procedures, batch records, and test methods with a high degree of repeatability, accuracy, and attention to detail.

- Document experimental plans, raw data, and conclusions in electronic lab notebooks and technical reports; contribute to new method write-ups and method validation.

- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment; strictly adhere to EHS rules for handling chemicals and operating laboratory equipment.

Collaboration & Future Cleanroom/Fab Work (Secondary / Growth Area)

- Work closely with R&D chemists, engineers, and analytical colleagues to support project goals and timelines, including sample preparation and testing campaigns.

- Over time, and as business needs allow, cross-train in other work streams as needed to support the team and organization growth such as filtration, formulation, Dry lab and Fab work, etc.

- Participate in regular team meetings, share results, and provide input on experimental design and next steps.

** If you feel this role interests you, feel free to apply or refer someone who would be a good fit.*
* As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account.

In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.  ()  for more information on benefits…