Lab Technician

About the Role

The R&D Lab Contractor will support the Catalyst Scale Up R&D team by providing hands-on laboratory and technical assistance throughout the catalyst development process. This role requires a reliable, self-motivated individual with strong attention to detail, a passion for safety, and the ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Uphold Operating Discipline principles and follow all laboratory safety procedures.
• Prepare, analyze, and test catalysts following protocols and instructions from the R&D team.
• Develop expertise in safely sampling, handling, and analyzing catalysts, catalyst components, and raw materials, including air- and moisture-sensitive substances.
• Use advanced laboratory techniques such as vacuum lines, inert atmosphere glove boxes, and nitrogen padding.
• Coordinate shipping of laboratory samples as needed.
• Manage hazardous and non-hazardous waste according to RCRA standards and company policies.
• Maintain up-to-date inventory of catalysts, ligands, intermediates, and gas cylinders.
• Oversee general laboratory maintenance, including vacuum systems, glove boxes, and gas cylinder repairs.
• Operate and maintain lab-scale reactors for reliable data collection.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Technology, Process Technology, or a related field required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related science field preferred.
• Equivalent laboratory experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Preferred Experience

• 1–2 years of relevant laboratory, industrial, chemical, maintenance, or technical experience.
• Background in chemistry strongly preferred.
• Hands-on experience in chemical manufacturing, research, laboratory, or technical settings.
• Demonstrated commitment to a safety-focused work environment.
• Mechanical aptitude and/or experience with laboratory or industrial equipment.

Preferred Technical Experience

• Glove boxes
• Vacuum pumps
• Laboratory chemical apparatus
• Laboratory reactors
• Wet chemistry instrumentation
• Chemical processing equipment

Schedule

Flexible scheduling options to support work-life balance:

• Option 1: Five 8-hour days per week.
• Option 2: Four 9-hour days plus one 4-hour day, typically with the shorter day on Fridays.
• Alternate arrangements may be made as needed.

Benefits

• Voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, and a legal plan.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Service bonus and holiday pay plans (up to eight paid holidays per benefit year).
• Transit spending account.
• Paid sick leave under applicable state or local plans.