What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Technician position at Genesis Technical Staffing, Inc.?
Schedule/Work Hours
The working hours are somewhat flexible but the expected start time would typically be between 6:30 – 7:30 am and the expected end time would be 2:30 – 3:30 pm. When people take lunch will also depend on their experiment schedule but it could be anywhere between 11 am – 1 pm and typically last for 30 minutes. If you work more than 8 hours a day Monday through Thursday (which is not uncommon) your Friday hours would be reduced accordingly until you got to 40 hrs for the week (i.e. if you worked 9 hrs/day M – Th, you would only work 4 hrs on Friday). There may be the occasional need for overtime (less than 10%) and weekend work.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
Laboratory synthesis in support of new product development, cost reduction and optimization projects. Day to day direction given by lead researcher; Work focuses on reaction fundamentals, operating limit determinations and separations.
Need a strong focus and recognition of lab hazards; This area of work includes participation in design hazard reviews
Analysis of laboratory and plant samples using various techniques, including but not limited to chromatography, spectroscopy, rheology and titrations
Mechanical construction of laboratory setups and equipment, including working with compression fittings and small gauge tubing
Assisting with plant trials on site to help with technology transfer.
Documentation of laboratory results, collection of lab data, some basic calculations and interpretation of results
Active participation in lab safety program including training, laboratory inspections, job safety analysis, identification of hazard potentials and task observations
Genesis Technical Staffing provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. It prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $34.00 - $43.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Molecular biology: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Trexlertown, PA 18087 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Trexlertown, PA 18087: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $34 - $43
