Research Technician - Analytical Lab

Research Technician - Analytical Lab

Research Technician – Analytical Lab –

Location:

100% on-site Northborough, MA 01532 –

Work Schedule:

Mon to Fri, 8 am to 5 pm – Pay rate: $20-$25/h –

Contract:

W2 under staffing supplier; with a 1-year duration.

Qualifications

• Experience:
  
  1–5 years in a technician, testing, or quality lab environment; experience following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and handling chemicals safely.
• Education:
  
  High school diploma or GED required;
  Associate degree or higher is a plus.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Hands-on experience with material/product characterization, lab equipment troubleshooting, calibration, vendor coordination, and detailed documentation.
• Software/Tools:
  Proficient with PCs and MS Office (especially Excel for charting/graphing and Word).
  
  Note:
  
  Company laptop will be provided.
• Soft Skills:
  
  Clear communication with diverse teams and project stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Testing & R&D Support:
  Perform standard and non-routine analytical testing to characterize materials, collaborating with scientists and engineers to solve technical issues.
• Method & SOP Development:
  Execute assigned experiments, assist in developing/improving test methods, and update SOPs alongside project leaders.
• Data Management:
  Collect, analyze, and document test data using Excel; report findings clearly while maintaining data integrity and compliance.
• Equipment Maintenance:
  Set up, calibrate, troubleshoot, and perform preventive maintenance on lab equipment, coordinating with external service vendors to minimize downtime.
• Safety & Operations:
  Safely handle specialized R&D assignments, equipment operations, and chemical processes.