Lab Technician - Pensacola, FL 32514

About The Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Lab Technician to support laboratory, R&D, prototyping, and scale-up activities in a structured technical environment. This opportunity is well suited for an early-career scientist with a background in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, Materials Science, Biology, or a related discipline who enjoys hands-on laboratory work. The Lab Technician will perform laboratory preparation, membrane processing, sample characterization, data analysis, and documentation while working closely with R&D and cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate is safety-conscious, comfortable handling chemicals, highly attentive to detail, and able to follow established procedures while learning new laboratory techniques and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare buffers, reagents, and test solutions according to established procedures.
• Perform membrane mix preparation, membrane casting, and post-processing activities.
• Conduct sample characterization using a variety of laboratory analytical equipment.
• Support pilot, prototyping, and scale-up manufacturing runs.
• Perform general laboratory techniques including:
  • Filtration
  • Glassware washing
  • Micropipetting and pipetting
  • Reagent preparation
  • Weighing and measurement
• Handle laboratory chemicals safely and according to established procedures.
• Operate laboratory equipment safely and accurately.
• Organize experimental data, perform basic data analysis, and summarize findings in reports.
• Clearly communicate project and task progress, results, observations, and issues both verbally and in writing.
• Maintain complete and accurate laboratory notebooks, labels, inventory records, and other required documentation.
• Assist R&D management and technical staff with planning, scheduling, and tracking task progress.
• Work closely with R&D, technical, and cross-functional teams to support project objectives.
• Apply quality concepts and tools during daily laboratory activities.
• Follow GMP requirements, written procedures, and established laboratory practices.
• Lead or support laboratory maintenance activities to maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Follow all company Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, Materials Science & Engineering, Biology, or a related scientific/technical discipline.
• 0–1 years of relevant professional or laboratory experience.
• Hands-on knowledge of general laboratory techniques and procedures.
• Experience with pipetting, reagent preparation, weighing, filtration, and laboratory glassware.
• Ability to safely operate laboratory equipment and follow detailed written procedures.
• Basic to intermediate data analysis capabilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively with team members and cross-functional groups.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle laboratory chemicals safely.
• No known chemical allergies or sensitivities that would prevent performance of the required laboratory duties.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with membrane preparation, casting, or polymer processing.
• Exposure to R&D, prototyping, pilot-scale, or manufacturing laboratory environments.
• Experience with analytical laboratory equipment and sample characterization.
• Familiarity with GMP requirements and quality systems.
• Experience working with chemical formulations, buffers, or test solutions.
• Experience organizing experimental data and preparing technical reports.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to learn new laboratory techniques quickly.

Skills

• Laboratory Techniques
• Reagent & Buffer Preparation
• Pipetting & Micropipetting
• Filtration
• Chemical Handling
• Membrane Preparation & Casting
• Sample Characterization
• Laboratory Equipment
• Data Analysis
• GMP Compliance
• Laboratory Documentation
• Microsoft Office
• Safety Procedures
• R&D / Prototyping
• Attention to Detail

Physical Requirements

• Ability to frequently lift or move materials weighing approximately 10 pounds.
• Ability to occasionally lift or move materials weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to perform hands-on laboratory activities for extended periods.
• Ability to work safely with chemicals and laboratory equipment.
• Ability to maintain a clean and organized laboratory workspace.

Location: Pensacola, FL 32514 | Job Type: 4-Month Contract | Shift Schedule: Standard Day Shift