Research and Development Laboratory Technician

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate's Degree or equivalent experience required, Bachelor's Degree strongly desired.
• 2 - 4 years related experience; or equivalent directly related work experience.
• Familiarity with FDA Guidelines, standards (ISO/AAMI/USP), and Design Control Concepts.
• Experience running Hemodialysis machine and resolving error messages.
• Ability to simulate Hemodialysis treatments and record results accurately.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Mathematical skills
• Strong PC skills - proficient in Microsoft Office

Job Description

The Research and Development (R&D) Technician II will assist in the development of innovative products for patients with End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD). Development activities may consist of tests that determine chemical, biological, and physical characteristics or composition of solid, liquid, or gaseous materials for such purposes as quality control, process control, or product development. The Tech II will perform moderately complex tasks for the purpose of improving existing products and developing new products and processes.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and operate various types of equipment and instruments.
• Perform experiments for development research projects under limited guidance and supervision of immediate supervisor/lead technician.
• Test samples of manufactured products to verify conformity to specifications.
• Record test results on standardized forms and maintain good documentation practices.
• Write simple reports discussing results, which can include graphs and charts.
• Assist staff in developing new techniques, test methods (TMs) and performing validations on TMs or test systems.
• Assist in various projects as assigned by lead technician/supervisor.
• Maintain order and cleanliness of laboratories and warehousing space, including inventories of developmental materials.
• Refer to staff for assistance with complex problems that may arise.
• Escalate issues to supervisor/manager as necessary.
• Maintain laboratory notebook in accordance with standard procedures and cGMP.
• Maintain general housekeeping of working area and plant.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Work Environment

This position operates in a lab environment with work done in an office setting during the day shift, Monday - Friday (8 AM - 5 PM). There is no remote work option.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $26.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Ogden,UT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 21, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $22 - $26