Part-Time Lab Technician

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Client Overview:

Our client is an international consumer goods company. They are seeking a Part-Time Lab Technician to join the company in its Product Development laboratory.

Salary/Hourly Rate:

$15.50/hr – $17/hr Depending on experience

Position Overview:

This is a unique opportunity for a Part-Time Lab Technician to join a collaborative team testing personal care products under cGMP/GLP regulations. This Part-Time Lab Technician position is a part-time, dayshift role making it a perfect opportunity for students to gain industry experience with both chemistry and biology lab techniques!

Responsibilities of the Part-Time Lab Technician:

• The Part-Time Lab Technician will be tasked to both make the various batches and test the formulation and stability of those batches.
• Carrying out routine tasks accurately and following strict methodologies to carry out measurements.
• Operating standard laboratory equipment, i.e., centrifuges, microscope, pH meters, rheometers, etc.
• Performing routine tests on products such as measuring pH, specific gravity, and viscosity, as well as sensory testing of color, odor, appearance, and texture.
• In addition to wet chemistry testing, the Part-Time Lab Technician will also perform some biology experiments such as ELISA, PCR, and microbial growth plating.
• Keeping track of comprehensive and accurate test results.
• Working on multiple development topics and projects as required.
• The Part-Time Lab Technician will need to use formulation experience and scientific literature to develop, justify, and/or investigate formulation, processing techniques, and quality control protocols.

Qualifications for the Part-Time Lab Technician:

• The Part-Time Lab Technician must be comfortable working within an R&D laboratory setting and knowledgeable about the requirements of operating & maintaining an R&D laboratory.
• Self-starter who can be effective with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with all levels of the company.
• Writing skills consistent with the ability to prepare concise, timely, and accurate reports.
• Must be able to work either full days OR half days during the work week (Monday to Friday).
• Roughly 20 – 30 hours a week depending on the student’s class schedule.

Education Requirements:

• The Part-Time Lab Technician should be enrolled in a Bachelor’s program in a relevant science such as Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biology, Microbiology, or Biochemistry.
• Must have hands-on experience with laboratory instruments.
• Must have completed General Chemistry and General Biology.
• Other courses that would be helpful are: Microbiology, Organic Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Instrumentation Analysis, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, and Biochemistry.

Benefits:

• Atrium Care Package available, upon eligibility (including healthcare plans, discount programs, and paid time off).

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